How long does it take from UIC–Halsted to Ashland/63rd by metro?

The journey from UIC–Halsted to Ashland/63rd takes approximately 46 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 18.3 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from UIC–Halsted to Ashland/63rd?

The token fare from UIC–Halsted to Ashland/63rd 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 UIC–Halsted for Ashland/63rd?

At UIC–Halsted, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards O'Hare. Look for the electronic board showing "O'Hare".

What is the last train from UIC–Halsted to Ashland/63rd?

The last train from UIC–Halsted towards O'Hare departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ashland/63rd back towards UIC–Halsted departs at 01:00.

How many stops from UIC–Halsted to Ashland/63rd?

There are 6 stops between UIC–Halsted and Ashland/63rd on the Blue Line. The stations are: UIC–Halsted, Jackson.

UIC–Halsted To Ashland/63rd

ShortestShortest Route

UIC–Halsted

Platform 2·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

Jackson

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.91 km

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

interchange Jackson — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Howard

+5 min

Jackson

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Roosevelt

green interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.75 km

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

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Harlem/Lake

+5 min

Roosevelt

red interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

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

Cermak–McCormick Place

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

35th–Bronzeville–IIT

+11.58 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Garfield

+17.37 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Ashland/63rd

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

18.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
UIC–Halsted	05:00	23:00	Towards O'Hare
Ashland/63rd	04:00	01:00	Towards UIC–Halsted

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

2.47 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.13 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~73 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹120

Auto

₹250

Cab

₹452

Estimates for 18.3 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Blue Line

Departure station

UIC–Halsted

underground

UIC–Halsted, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Ashland/63rd

underground

Ashland/63rd, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Ashland/63rd exit 1· Ashland/63rd area♿

Ashland/63rd exit 2· Ashland/63rd area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines