How long does it take from UIC–Halsted to Merchandise Mart by metro?

The journey from UIC–Halsted to Merchandise Mart takes approximately 31 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 13.37 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from UIC–Halsted to Merchandise Mart?

The token fare from UIC–Halsted 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 UIC–Halsted for Merchandise Mart?

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 Merchandise Mart?

The last train from UIC–Halsted towards O'Hare departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Merchandise Mart back towards UIC–Halsted departs at 01:00.

How many stops from UIC–Halsted to Merchandise Mart?

There are 4 stops between UIC–Halsted and Merchandise Mart on the Blue Line. The stations are: UIC–Halsted, Jackson, Washington, Clark/Lake.

UIC–Halsted To Merchandise Mart

ShortestShortest Route

UIC–Halsted

Platform 2·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

Jackson

red interchange

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Washington

+15.22 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Clark/Lake

brown interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.73 km

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

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 1 · Brown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Kimball

+5 min

Clark/Lake

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Brown LineTowards Kimball

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

Merchandise Mart

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

13.37 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
UIC–Halsted	05:00	23:00	Towards O'Hare
Merchandise Mart	05:00	23:00	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

1.80 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.83 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~53 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹90

Auto

₹190

Cab

₹344

Estimates for 13.37 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

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