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

The journey from Kimball to Merchandise Mart takes approximately 40 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 14.8 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kimball to Merchandise Mart?

The token fare from Kimball 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 Kimball for Merchandise Mart?

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

What is the last train from Kimball to Merchandise Mart?

The last train from Kimball towards Kimball departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Merchandise Mart back towards Kimball departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Kimball to Merchandise Mart?

There are 7 stops between Kimball and Merchandise Mart on the Brown Line. The stations are: Kimball, Western, Addison, Belmont.

Kimball To Merchandise Mart

ShortestShortest Route

Kimball

Platform 1·underground·Brown LineTowards Kimball

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

Western

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Addison

+6.94 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Belmont

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.91 km

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

interchange Belmont — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Howard

+5 min

Belmont

brown interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Fullerton

brown interchange

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Clark/Division

+11 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Chicago

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.25 km

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

interchange Chicago — 5 min

Platform 1 · Brown Line ·Platform 1 Towards Adams/Wabash

+5 min

Chicago

Platform 1·underground·Brown LineTowards Adams/Wabash

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

Merchandise Mart

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

14.8 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kimball	04:00	01:00	Towards Kimball
Merchandise Mart	05:00	23:00	Towards Kimball

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

2.00 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.92 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~59 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$2.5

Bike

$98

Auto

$208

Cab

$376

Estimates for 14.8 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Brown Line

Departure station

Kimball

underground

Kimball, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Kimball exit 1· Kimball area♿

Kimball exit 2· Kimball area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

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