How long does it take from Wilson to Ashland by metro?

The journey from Wilson to Ashland takes approximately 51 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 20.1 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Wilson to Ashland?

The token fare from Wilson to Ashland 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 Wilson for Ashland?

At Wilson, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards 95th/Dan Ryan. Look for the electronic board showing "95th/Dan Ryan".

What is the last train from Wilson to Ashland?

The last train from Wilson towards 95th/Dan Ryan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ashland back towards Wilson departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Wilson to Ashland?

There are 8 stops between Wilson and Ashland on the Red Line. The stations are: Wilson, Belmont, Fullerton, Clark/Division, Chicago.

Wilson To Ashland

ShortestShortest Route

Wilson

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards 95th/Dan Ryan

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

Belmont

brown interchange

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Fullerton

brown interchange

+11 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Clark/Division

+16.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Chicago

Arrive Platform 1·underground11 km

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

interchange Chicago — 5 min

Platform 1 · Brown Line ·Platform 1 Towards Adams/Wabash

+5 min

Chicago

Platform 1·underground·Brown LineTowards Adams/Wabash

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

Merchandise Mart

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Clark/Lake

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.28 km

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

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 3 · 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

Arrive Platform 2·underground5.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

51 min

Total time

stops

20.1 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Wilson	05:00	23:00	Towards 95th/Dan Ryan
Ashland	05:00	23:00	Towards Wilson

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

2.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~80 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹130

Auto

₹272

Cab

₹492

Estimates for 20.1 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Red Line

Departure station

Wilson

underground

Wilson, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Ashland

underground

Ashland, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines