How long does it take from Western to Adams/Wabash by metro?

The journey from Western to Adams/Wabash takes approximately 23 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 8.63 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Western to Adams/Wabash?

The token fare from Western to Adams/Wabash 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 Western for Adams/Wabash?

At Western, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Clark/Lake. Look for the electronic board showing "Clark/Lake".

What is the last train from Western to Adams/Wabash?

The last train from Western towards Clark/Lake departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Adams/Wabash back towards Western departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Western to Adams/Wabash?

There are 4 stops between Western and Adams/Wabash on the Orange Line. The stations are: Western, 35th/Archer, Halsted, Roosevelt.

Western To Adams/Wabash

ShortestShortest Route

Western

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards Clark/Lake

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

35th/Archer

+3.97 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Halsted

+7.94 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Roosevelt

red interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground5.72 km

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

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 5 · 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

Adams/Wabash

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.91 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

8.63 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Western	05:00	23:00	Towards Clark/Lake
Adams/Wabash	04:00	01:00	Towards Western

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

1.17 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.54 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~35 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹62

Auto

₹134

Cab

₹240

Estimates for 8.63 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Orange Line

Departure station

Western

underground

Western, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Adams/Wabash

underground

Adams/Wabash, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Adams/Wabash exit 1· Art Institute♿

Adams/Wabash exit 2· Art Institute♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines