How long does it take from Washington to Harlem/Lake by metro?

The journey from Washington to Harlem/Lake takes approximately 36 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 15.55 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Washington to Harlem/Lake?

The token fare from Washington to Harlem/Lake 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 Harlem/Lake?

At Washington, 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 Washington to Harlem/Lake?

The last train from Washington towards O'Hare departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Harlem/Lake back towards Washington departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Washington to Harlem/Lake?

There are 5 stops between Washington and Harlem/Lake on the Blue Line. The stations are: Washington, Clark/Lake.

Washington To Harlem/Lake

ShortestShortest Route

Washington

Platform 2·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

Clark/Lake

brown interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.91 km

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

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 5 Towards Harlem/Lake

+5 min

Clark/Lake

blue interchangebrown interchangeorange interchange

Platform 5·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

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

Clinton

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Ashland

+11.58 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Oak Park

+17.37 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Harlem/Lake

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

36 min

Total time

stops

15.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Washington	05:00	23:00	Towards O'Hare
Harlem/Lake	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

2.10 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.96 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~62 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹104

Auto

₹216

Cab

₹392

Estimates for 15.55 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

Harlem/Lake

underground

Harlem/Lake, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Harlem/Lake exit 1· Harlem/Lake area♿

Harlem/Lake exit 2· Harlem/Lake area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines