What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Portage Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison & Franklin and arriving at Milwaukee & Cullom. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Portage Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Irving Park. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Portage Park?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Portage Park is 7 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Portage Park without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park?

The train from Chicago OTC to Irving Park takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Portage Park bus from?

Chicago Loop to Portage Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Franklin station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Portage Park train from?

Chicago Loop to Portage Park train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Portage Park?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 56 bus, which costs $3 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Portage Park bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Portage Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Milwaukee & Cullom station.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Portage Park train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Portage Park train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Irving Park station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Portage Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Portage Park is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Chicago Loop to Portage Park.

Where can I stay near Portage Park?

There are 1278+ hotels available in Portage Park.

Chicago Loop to Portage Park - 5 ways to travel via train, line 56 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Irving Parktrain Up-Nw
13 min
$3–5
Drive 9.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Portage Parkcar 9.8 mi
13 min
$2–3
Line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Franklin to Milwaukee & Cullombus 56
55 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Loop to Portage Parktaxi 9.8 mi
13 min
$30–40
Subway
1. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Jefferson Parksubway Blue Line
26 min
$2–5

Chicago Loop to Portage Park by train

150Weekly Trains

13 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago Loop to Portage Park.

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Portage Park, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Irving Park hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Madison & Franklin to Milwaukee & Cullom every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min.

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