Chicago ‘L’ route overview

Cta Rail Dempster 0 to Cta Rail Argyle 0 Chicago ‘L’ route

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$2.5Indicative fare
19 minEstimated time
7Stations
0Interchanges

Line sequence: #522398 → #F9E300 → #C60C30 · Last checked: 2026-10-24

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Route overview

The Chicago ‘L’ journey from Dempster to Argyle is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 10 km in 19 minutes across 7 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
    Dempster#522398 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Main 0 · 1 min

  2. 2
    Main#522398 Line

    Next: Cta Rail South Boulevard 0 · 1 min

  3. 3
    South Boulevard#522398 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Howard 0 · 2 min

  4. 4
    Howard#F9E300 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Wilson 0 · 12 min

  5. 5
    Wilson#522398 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Lawrence 0 · — min

  6. 6
    Lawrence#C60C30 Line

    Next: Cta Rail Argyle 0 · — min

  7. 7
    Argyle#C60C30 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 Dempster and Argyle?

There are 7 stations on this route, covering approximately 10 km.

How long does Dempster to Argyle take?

The estimated journey time is 19 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 Dempster?

Dempster facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.