How long does it take from Jefferson Park to Clark/Lake by metro?

The journey from Jefferson Park to Clark/Lake takes approximately 30 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 15.63 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jefferson Park to Clark/Lake?

The token fare from Jefferson Park to Clark/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 Jefferson Park for Clark/Lake?

At Jefferson Park, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Forest Park. Look for the electronic board showing "Forest Park".

What is the last train from Jefferson Park to Clark/Lake?

The last train from Jefferson Park towards Forest Park departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Clark/Lake back towards Jefferson Park departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Jefferson Park to Clark/Lake?

There are 4 stops between Jefferson Park and Clark/Lake on the Blue Line. The stations are: Jefferson Park, Logan Square, Damen, Division, Clark/Lake.

Jefferson Park To Clark/Lake

ShortestShortest Route

Jefferson Park

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Forest Park

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Logan Square

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Damen

+15.22 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Division

+22.83 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Clark/Lake

brown interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

15.63 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jefferson Park	05:00	23:00	Towards Forest Park
Clark/Lake	04:00	01:00	Towards Jefferson Park

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

2.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.97 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~63 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$2.5

Bike

$104

Auto

$218

Cab

$394

Estimates for 15.63 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Blue Line

Departure station

Jefferson Park

underground

Jefferson Park, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Clark/Lake

underground

Clark/Lake, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Clark/Lake exit 1· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 2· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 3· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 4· The Loop♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access