Route overview
The Chicago ‘L’ journey from California (Blue) to Forest Park is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 24 km in 47 minutes across 23 stations.
Chicago ‘L’ timings and fare
Transit fares, passes and concessions vary by agency and payment method. Confirm the current fare with the official operator.
Station-by-station route
- 1California (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Western Blue O Hare Branch 0 · 2 min
- 2Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Damen Blue 0 · 2 min
- 3Damen (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Division 0 · 2 min
- 4Division#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Chicago Blue 0 · 2 min
- 5Chicago (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Grand Blue 0 · 1 min
- 6Grand (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Clark Lake 0 · 3 min
- 7Clark/Lake#62361B Line
Next: Cta Rail Washington 0 · — min
- 8Washington#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Monroe Blue 0 · — min
- 9Monroe (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Jackson Blue 0 · — min
- 10Jackson (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Lasalle 0 · — min
- 11LaSalle#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Clinton Blue 0 · 1 min
- 12Clinton (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Uic Halsted 0 · 1 min
- 13UIC-Halsted#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Racine 0 · 1 min
- 14Racine#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Illinois Medical District 0 · 2 min
- 15Illinois Medical District#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Western Blue Forest Park Branch 0 · 2 min
- 16Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Kedzie Homan 0 · 2 min
- 17Kedzie-Homan#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Pulaski Blue 0 · 3 min
- 18Pulaski (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Cicero Blue 0 · 3 min
- 19Cicero (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Austin Blue 0 · 5 min
- 20Austin (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Oak Park Blue 0 · 2 min
- 21Oak Park (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Harlem Blue Forest Park Branch 0 · 2 min
- 22Harlem (Blue - Forest Park Branch)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Forest Park 0 · 1 min
- 23Forest Park#00A1DE Line
Terminal station
Travel tips
- Check operator service notices before travelling.
- Keep extra time for interchange walking and platform changes.
- Use the route planner above to compare the available route options.
Frequently asked questions
How many stations are between California (Blue) and Forest Park?
There are 23 stations on this route, covering approximately 24 km.
How long does California (Blue) to Forest Park take?
The estimated journey time is 47 minutes under normal operating conditions.
What is the Chicago ‘L’ fare for this route?
$5.00 O'Hare fare Confirm the current fare before travelling.
What are the first and last Chicago ‘L’ trains?
The available timing reference is Check operator for the first train and Check operator for the last train. Check the operator for the exact service-day schedule.
What facilities are available at California (Blue)?
California (Blue) facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.