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

The journey from Pulaski to Merchandise Mart takes approximately 50 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 16.98 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Pulaski to Merchandise Mart?

The token fare from Pulaski 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 Pulaski for Merchandise Mart?

At Pulaski, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Clark/Lake. Look for the electronic board showing "Clark/Lake".

What is the last train from Pulaski to Merchandise Mart?

The last train from Pulaski towards Clark/Lake departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Merchandise Mart back towards Pulaski departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Pulaski to Merchandise Mart?

There are 8 stops between Pulaski and Merchandise Mart on the Orange Line. The stations are: Pulaski, Kedzie, Western.

Pulaski To Merchandise Mart

ShortestShortest Route

Pulaski

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards Clark/Lake

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

Kedzie

+3.97 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Western

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.82 km

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

interchange Western — 5 min

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

+5 min

Western

Platform 1·underground·Brown LineTowards Adams/Wabash

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

Addison

+3.46 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Belmont

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.27 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

50 min

Total time

stops

16.98 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Pulaski	05:00	23:00	Towards Clark/Lake
Merchandise Mart	05:00	23:00	Towards Pulaski

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

2.29 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.05 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~68 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹112

Auto

₹234

Cab

₹424

Estimates for 16.98 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Orange Line

Departure station

Pulaski

underground

Pulaski, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

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