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

The journey from Jackson to Harlem/Lake takes approximately 43 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 19.46 km across 6 stops.

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

The token fare from Jackson to Harlem/Lake 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 Jackson for Harlem/Lake?

At Jackson, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards O'Hare. Look for the electronic board showing "O'Hare".

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

The last train from Jackson towards O'Hare departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Harlem/Lake back towards Jackson departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Jackson to Harlem/Lake?

There are 6 stops between Jackson and Harlem/Lake on the Blue Line. The stations are: Jackson, Washington, Clark/Lake.

Jackson To Harlem/Lake

ShortestShortest Route

Jackson

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

Washington

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Clark/Lake

brown interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.82 km

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

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 5 Towards Harlem/Lake

+5 min

Clark/Lake

blue interchangebrown interchangeorange interchange

Platform 5·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

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

Clinton

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Ashland

+11.58 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Oak Park

+17.37 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Harlem/Lake

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

19.46 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jackson	04:00	01:00	Towards O'Hare
Harlem/Lake	04:00	01:00	Towards Jackson

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 19.46 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Blue Line

Departure station

Jackson

underground

Jackson, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Jackson exit 1· Jackson area♿

Jackson exit 2· Jackson area♿

Jackson exit 3· Jackson area♿

Jackson exit 4· Jackson area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival 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