How long does it take from Harlem/Lake to Damen by metro?

The journey from Harlem/Lake to Damen takes approximately 43 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 19.45 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Harlem/Lake to Damen?

The token fare from Harlem/Lake to Damen is ₹2.5. With a smart card the fare is ₹2.5 (save ₹0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹2.5.

Which platform at Harlem/Lake for Damen?

At Harlem/Lake, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Harlem/Lake. Look for the electronic board showing "Harlem/Lake".

What is the last train from Harlem/Lake to Damen?

The last train from Harlem/Lake towards Harlem/Lake departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Damen back towards Harlem/Lake departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Harlem/Lake to Damen?

There are 6 stops between Harlem/Lake and Damen on the Green Line. The stations are: Harlem/Lake, Oak Park, Ashland, Clinton, Clark/Lake.

Harlem/Lake To Damen

ShortestShortest Route

Harlem/Lake

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

First train: 04:00Last train: 01:00Doors open: right

Oak Park

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Ashland

+11.58 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Clinton

+17.37 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Clark/Lake

blue interchangebrown interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground11.64 km

First train: 04:00Last train: 01:00

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 5 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards O'Hare

+5 min

Clark/Lake

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Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

First train: 04:00Last train: 01:00Doors open: right

Division

+7.59 min

7.59 min · 3.9 km

Damen

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.81 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

19.45 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Harlem/Lake	04:00	01:00	Towards Harlem/Lake
Damen	05:00	23:00	Towards Harlem/Lake

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹2.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹2.5

Save ₹0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹2.5

Save ₹0 per ride

Use your Chicago "L" smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.63 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.21 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~78 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹126

Auto

₹264

Cab

₹478

Estimates for 19.45 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Green Line

Departure station

Harlem/Lake

underground

Harlem/Lake, Chicago, United States

Weekdays: 04:00 – 01:00(Sundays from 04:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Harlem/Lake exit 1· Harlem/Lake area♿

Harlem/Lake exit 2· Harlem/Lake area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Damen

underground

Damen, Chicago, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines