How long does it take from Washington to Forest Park by metro?

The journey from Washington to Forest Park takes approximately 30 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 15.64 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Washington to Forest Park?

The token fare from Washington 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 Washington for Forest Park?

At Washington, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Forest Park. Look for the electronic board showing "Forest Park".

What is the last train from Washington to Forest Park?

The last train from Washington towards Forest Park departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Forest Park back towards Washington departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Washington to Forest Park?

There are 4 stops between Washington and Forest Park on the Blue Line. The stations are: Washington, Jackson, UIC–Halsted, Illinois Medical District, Forest Park.

Washington To Forest Park

ShortestShortest Route

Washington

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Forest Park

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

Jackson

red interchange

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

UIC–Halsted

+15.22 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Illinois Medical District

+22.83 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Forest Park

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

15.64 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Washington	05:00	23:00	Towards Forest Park
Forest Park	04:00	01:00	Towards Washington

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

2.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.97 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~63 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹104

Auto

₹218

Cab

₹394

Estimates for 15.64 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Blue Line

Departure station

Washington

underground

Washington, 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