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 32 miles from Portage. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portage, followed by Train. The train journey from Portage to Champaign takes 2h 37m and costs around $15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from East Lansing, expect to pay about $43 for a 3h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 31 miles 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, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Portage takes 205 miles and will cost you around $32. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 225 miles.

Plane

Although Portage doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 32 miles from Portage. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portage, followed by Train. The train journey from Portage to Champaign takes 2h 37m and costs around $15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from East Lansing, expect to pay about $43 for a 3h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 31 miles 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, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Portage takes 205 miles and will cost you around $32. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 225 miles.

Airports near Portage

AZOKalamazoo Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Portage

Lufthansa
Good (7,947 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,911 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,456 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,649 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,562 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,283 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,911 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,980 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,788 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,212 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,545 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (687 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (540 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (457 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (435 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,669 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,325 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)
$104+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Portage By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 230 reviews)
$124+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson; Portage, IN
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 791 reviews)
$97+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Porter near Indiana Dunes
2 stars
Good (7.5, 425 reviews)
$82+
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Hampton Inn Portage
3 stars
Good (6.6, 220 reviews)
$111+
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Baymont by Wyndham Portage Indiana Dunes
2 stars
Good (6.5, 718 reviews)
$64+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $68 per day, on average, or $205 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portage, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Portage costs $68 per day, on average, or $205 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portage, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

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