How long does it take from Jackson to Howard by metro?

The journey from Jackson to Howard takes approximately 50 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 24.75 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jackson to Howard?

The token fare from Jackson to Howard 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 Howard?

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

What is the last train from Jackson to Howard?

The last train from Jackson towards Howard departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Howard back towards Jackson departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Jackson to Howard?

There are 9 stops between Jackson and Howard on the Red Line. The stations are: Jackson, Lake, Grand, Chicago, Clark/Division, Fullerton, Belmont, Wilson, Loyola, Howard.

Jackson To Howard

ShortestShortest Route

Jackson

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Lake

green interchangeorange interchange

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Grand

+11 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Wilson

+38.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Loyola

+44 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Howard

Arrive Platform 1·underground24.75 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

50 min

Total time

stops

24.75 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jackson	04:00	01:00	Towards Howard
Howard	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

3.34 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.53 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~99 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹158

Auto

₹328

Cab

₹594

Estimates for 24.75 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Red 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

Howard

underground

Howard, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Howard exit 1· Howard area♿

Howard exit 2· Howard area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines