Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Portage travel guide

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You're Going to Love Portage

With a population of 36,828, Portage is a must-see destination in Indiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Portage has to offer.

When to visit Portage

Portage in January
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portage in January
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Portage in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Portage, with an average rainfall of 1.8″.

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How to Get to Portage

Plane

Although Portage doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 51 km from Portage. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Houston and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portage, followed by Train. The train journey from Portage to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $32 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 50 km from Portage. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Portage, including Greyhound, American Airlines and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Portage takes 193 km and will cost you around $71. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 314 km.

Plane

Although Portage doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 51 km from Portage. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Houston and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portage, followed by Train. The train journey from Portage to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $32 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 50 km from Portage. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Portage, including Greyhound, American Airlines and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Portage takes 193 km and will cost you around $71. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 314 km.

Airports near Portage

AZOKalamazoo Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Portage

Lufthansa
Good (7,981 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,510 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,952 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,457 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,694 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,345 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,917 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,961 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,809 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,217 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (548 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (688 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (460 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (437 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,671 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,332 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portage

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Indiana Dunes National Park and Affordable Suites of America Portage.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portage

Most booked hotels in Portage

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Spring House Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1515 reviews)
$138+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson; Portage, IN
3 stars
Excellent (8, 791 reviews)
$112+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Porter near Indiana Dunes
2 stars
Good (7.5, 425 reviews)
$96+
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Baymont by Wyndham Portage Indiana Dunes
2 stars
Good (6.5, 718 reviews)
$64+
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Comfort Inn Hobart-Merrillville
2 stars
Good (6.1, 810 reviews)
$70+
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Quality Inn & Suites Portage Central
2 stars
Good (6, 289 reviews)
$61+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $67 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Portage (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portage, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Portage costs $67 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Portage (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portage, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

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