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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
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portage in January
Estimated hotel price
$83
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. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage. 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 $26 for a 1h 54m 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 Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Portage, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Monona, the bus ride to Portage takes 210 miles and will cost you around $43. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 220 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. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage. 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 $26 for a 1h 54m 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 Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Portage, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Monona, the bus ride to Portage takes 210 miles and will cost you around $43. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Portage

AZOKalamazoo Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Portage

KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,177 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,139 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,701 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (664 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (438 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (505 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,037 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,091 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (205 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Good (363 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 Hampton Inn Portage.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portage

Most booked hotels in Portage

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Portage By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 220 reviews)
$125+
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Spring House Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1400 reviews)
$127+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson; Portage, IN
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 754 reviews)
$138+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Porter near Indiana Dunes
2 stars
Good (7.6, 418 reviews)
$114+
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Baymont by Wyndham Portage Indiana Dunes
2 stars
Good (6.7, 651 reviews)
$89+
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OYO Hotel Portage I-94
2 stars
Good (6.5, 414 reviews)
$70+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $74 per day, on average, or $222 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Portage is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 74% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Portage costs $74 per day, on average, or $222 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Portage is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 74% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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