How long does it take from Jackson to Merchandise Mart by metro?

The journey from Jackson to Merchandise Mart takes approximately 24 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 9.46 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jackson to Merchandise Mart?

The token fare from Jackson to Merchandise Mart 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 Merchandise Mart?

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 Merchandise Mart?

The last train from Jackson towards O'Hare departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Merchandise Mart back towards Jackson departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Jackson to Merchandise Mart?

There are 3 stops between Jackson and Merchandise Mart on the Blue Line. The stations are: Jackson, Washington, Clark/Lake.

Jackson To Merchandise Mart

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 · Brown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Kimball

+5 min

Clark/Lake

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Brown LineTowards Kimball

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

Merchandise Mart

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

9.46 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jackson	04:00	01:00	Towards O'Hare
Merchandise Mart	05:00	23:00	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

1.28 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.59 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹66

Auto

₹144

Cab

₹258

Estimates for 9.46 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

Merchandise Mart

underground

Merchandise Mart, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines