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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Portage
The journey takes about 3 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 38,276, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 6416 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 38,276
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Portage by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Portage?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Portage start at ARS 38,276. The average price for this train route is around ARS 126,944. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Chicago to Portage?
The average train trip from Chicago to Portage takes 3h 19m and covers 239 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Portage route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Portage?
The earliest train from Chicago to Portage departs at 6:10am. The latest train departs at 3:05pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Portage was searched and found on Aug 18, 2026 with a price of ARS 35,186To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Portage, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 35,186 to ARS 1,278,923 for a train ticket from Chicago to Portage based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 35,186 which is on 2026-08-18.
