Route overview
The Chicago ‘L’ journey from Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple) to Addison (Blue) is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 11 km in 21 minutes across 11 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
- 1Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple)#62361B Line
Next: Cta Rail Clark Lake 0 · — min
- 2Clark/Lake#62361B Line
Next: Cta Rail Grand Blue 0 · 3 min
- 3Grand (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Chicago Blue 0 · 1 min
- 4Chicago (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Division 0 · 2 min
- 5Division#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Damen Blue 0 · 2 min
- 6Damen (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Western Blue O Hare Branch 0 · 2 min
- 7Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail California Blue 0 · 2 min
- 8California (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Logan Square 0 · 2 min
- 9Logan Square#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Belmont Blue 0 · 2 min
- 10Belmont (Blue)#00A1DE Line
Next: Cta Rail Addison Blue 0 · 1 min
- 11Addison (Blue)#00A1DE 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 Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple) and Addison (Blue)?
There are 11 stations on this route, covering approximately 11 km.
How long does Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple) to Addison (Blue) take?
The estimated journey time is 21 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 Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple)?
Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple) facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.