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 Nashville and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portage, followed by Train. The train journey from Portage to Milwaukee takes 1h 29m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 37m 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 American Airlines, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Portage takes 130 miles and will cost you around $65. From Kalamazoo, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 154 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 Nashville and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portage, followed by Train. The train journey from Portage to Milwaukee takes 1h 29m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 37m 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 American Airlines, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Portage takes 130 miles and will cost you around $65. From Kalamazoo, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 154 miles.

Airports near Portage

AZOKalamazoo Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Portage

KLM
Good (1,502 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,893 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,574 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,605 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,260 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,909 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,985 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,784 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,212 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,543 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (687 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (536 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (457 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (280 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,621 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,322 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)
$105+
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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, 791 reviews)
$105+
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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)
$68+
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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 50% 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 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

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