Chicago ‘L’ route overview

Cta Rail California Pink 0 to Cta Rail Central Green 0 Chicago ‘L’ route

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$2.5Indicative fare
26 minEstimated time
14Stations
0Interchanges

Line sequence: #E27EA6 → #009B3A · Last checked: 2026-10-24

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Route overview

The Chicago ‘L’ journey from California (Pink) to Central (Green) is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 13 km in 26 minutes across 14 stations.

Chicago ‘L’ timings and fare

First trainCheck operator
Last trainCheck operator
Indicative fare$2.5
Discounted / pass fare$1.25

Transit fares, passes and concessions vary by agency and payment method. Confirm the current fare with the official operator.

Station-by-station route

  1. 1
    California (Pink)#E27EA6 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Western Pink 0 · 1 min

  2. 2
    Western (Pink)#E27EA6 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Damen Pink 0 · 1 min

  3. 3
    Damen (Pink)#E27EA6 Line

    Next: Cta Rail 18th 0 · 1 min

  4. 4
    18th#E27EA6 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Polk 0 · 3 min

  5. 5
    Polk#E27EA6 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Ashland Green Pink 0 · 3 min

  6. 6
    Ashland (Green/Pink)#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail Damen Green 0 · 1 min

  7. 7
    Damen (Green)#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail California Green 0 · 3 min

  8. 8
    California (Green)#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail Kedzie Green 0 · 1 min

  9. 9
    Kedzie (Green)#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail Conservatory Central Park Drive 0 · 1 min

  10. 10
    Conservatory-Central Park Drive#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail Pulaski Green 0 · 1 min

  11. 11
    Pulaski (Green)#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail Cicero Green 0 · 3 min

  12. 12
    Cicero (Green)#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail Laramie 0 · 1 min

  13. 13
    Laramie#009B3A Line

    Next: Cta Rail Central Green 0 · 1 min

  14. 14
    Central (Green)#009B3A Line

    Terminal station

Travel tips

  • Check operator service notices before travelling.
  • Keep extra time for interchange walking and platform changes.
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Frequently asked questions

How many stations are between California (Pink) and Central (Green)?

There are 14 stations on this route, covering approximately 13 km.

How long does California (Pink) to Central (Green) take?

The estimated journey time is 26 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 (Pink)?

California (Pink) facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.