Route overview
The Chicago ‘L’ journey from Polk to Austin (Green) is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 10 km in 20 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
- 1Polk#E27EA6 Line
Next: Cta Rail Ashland Green Pink 0 · 3 min
- 2Ashland (Green/Pink)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Damen Green 0 · 1 min
- 3Damen (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail California Green 0 · 3 min
- 4California (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Kedzie Green 0 · 1 min
- 5Kedzie (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Conservatory Central Park Drive 0 · 1 min
- 6Conservatory-Central Park Drive#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Pulaski Green 0 · 1 min
- 7Pulaski (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Cicero Green 0 · 3 min
- 8Cicero (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Laramie 0 · 1 min
- 9Laramie#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Central Green 0 · 1 min
- 10Central (Green)#009B3A Line
Next: Cta Rail Austin Green 0 · 1 min
- 11Austin (Green)#009B3A 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 Polk and Austin (Green)?
There are 11 stations on this route, covering approximately 10 km.
How long does Polk to Austin (Green) take?
The estimated journey time is 20 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 Polk?
Polk facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.