How long does it take from Jefferson Park to Harold Washington Library by metro?

The journey from Jefferson Park to Harold Washington Library takes approximately 51 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 23.27 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Jefferson Park to Harold Washington Library?

The token fare from Jefferson Park to Harold Washington Library 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 Harold Washington Library?

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 Harold Washington Library?

The last train from Jefferson Park towards Forest Park departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Harold Washington Library back towards Jefferson Park departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Jefferson Park to Harold Washington Library?

There are 8 stops between Jefferson Park and Harold Washington Library on the Blue Line. The stations are: Jefferson Park, Logan Square, Damen, Division, Clark/Lake.

Jefferson Park To Harold Washington Library

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

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Arrive Platform 1·underground15.63 km

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

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 1 · Orange Line ·Platform 7 Towards Midway

+5 min

Clark/Lake

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Platform 7·underground·Orange LineTowards Midway

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

State/Lake

brown interchangegreen interchange

+3.97 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Adams/Wabash

+7.94 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

LaSalle/Van Buren

+11.91 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Harold Washington Library

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

51 min

Total time

stops

23.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Jefferson Park	05:00	23:00	Towards Forest Park
Harold Washington Library	05:00	23:00	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

3.14 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.44 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~93 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹150

Auto

₹310

Cab

₹562

Estimates for 23.27 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

Harold Washington Library

underground

Harold Washington Library, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines