Route overview
The Chicago ‘L’ journey from California (Green) to 54th/Cermak is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 13 km in 25 minutes across 14 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 (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Damen Green 0 · 3 min
- 2Damen (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Ashland Green Pink 0 · 1 min
- 3Ashland (Green/Pink)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Polk 0 · 3 min
- 4Polk#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail 18th 0 · 3 min
- 518th#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Damen Pink 0 · 1 min
- 6Damen (Pink)#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Western Pink 0 · 1 min
- 7Western (Pink)#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail California Pink 0 · 1 min
- 8California (Pink)#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Kedzie Pink 0 · 1 min
- 9Kedzie (Pink)#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Central Park 0 · 1 min
- 10Central Park#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Pulaski Pink 0 · 1 min
- 11Pulaski (Pink)#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Kostner 0 · 1 min
- 12Kostner#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Cicero Pink 0 · 2 min
- 13Cicero (Pink)#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail 54th Cermak 0 · 1 min
- 1454th/Cermak#E27EA6 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 (Green) and 54th/Cermak?
There are 14 stations on this route, covering approximately 13 km.
How long does California (Green) to 54th/Cermak take?
The estimated journey time is 25 minutes under normal operating conditions.
What is the Chicago ‘L’ fare for this route?
$2.50 standard · $1.25 reduced 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 (Green)?
California (Green) facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.