How long does it take from Sox–35th to Forest Park by metro?

The journey from Sox–35th to Forest Park takes approximately 39 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 17.23 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sox–35th to Forest Park?

The token fare from Sox–35th to Forest Park 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 Sox–35th for Forest Park?

At Sox–35th, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Howard. Look for the electronic board showing "Howard".

What is the last train from Sox–35th to Forest Park?

The last train from Sox–35th towards Howard departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Forest Park back towards Sox–35th departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Sox–35th to Forest Park?

There are 5 stops between Sox–35th and Forest Park on the Red Line. The stations are: Sox–35th, Roosevelt, Jackson.

Sox–35th To Forest Park

ShortestShortest Route

Sox–35th

Platform 2·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Roosevelt

green interchangeorange interchange

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Jackson

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.5 km

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

interchange Jackson — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 3 Towards O'Hare

+5 min

Jackson

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

UIC–Halsted

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Illinois Medical District

+15.22 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Forest Park

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

17.23 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sox–35th	05:00	23:00	Towards Howard
Forest Park	04:00	01:00	Towards Sox–35th

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

2.33 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.07 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~69 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹114

Auto

₹236

Cab

₹430

Estimates for 17.23 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Red Line

Departure station

Sox–35th

underground

Sox–35th, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Forest Park

underground

Forest Park, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Forest Park exit 1· Forest Park area♿

Forest Park exit 2· Forest Park area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines