How long does it take from Washington to Illinois Medical District by metro?

The journey from Washington to Illinois Medical District takes approximately 23 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 11.73 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Washington to Illinois Medical District?

The token fare from Washington to Illinois Medical District 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 Illinois Medical District?

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 Illinois Medical District?

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

How many stops from Washington to Illinois Medical District?

There are 3 stops between Washington and Illinois Medical District on the Blue Line. The stations are: Washington, Jackson, UIC–Halsted, Illinois Medical District.

Washington To Illinois Medical District

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

11.73 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Washington	05:00	23:00	Towards Forest Park
Illinois Medical District	05:00	23:00	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

1.58 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.73 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~47 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹80

Auto

₹170

Cab

₹308

Estimates for 11.73 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

Illinois Medical District

underground

Illinois Medical District, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines