How to get from Portage Park to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Portage Park to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the 78 bus from Montrose & Linder (East) station to Montrose Blue Line Station (East) station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Montrose-Blue station to Clark/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Portage Park may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago Loop on the Moovit app.

41min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 78
78
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Montrose & Linder (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montrose & Linder (East)
    ID 11317
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Montrose & Marine Drive (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Montrose Blue Line Station (East)
    ID 11326
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Montrose-Blue
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Portage Park to Chicago Loop

The distance between Portage Park and Chicago Loop is approximately 9.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Portage Park to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Portage Park to Chicago Loop

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Portage Park to Chicago Loop using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Portage Park) and destination (Chicago Loop), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Bus line 78, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago?

    The 78 bus line goes from Montrose & Linder (East) station near Portage Park in Chicago to Montrose Blue Line Station (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Montrose Blue Line Station (East) station near Chicago Loop.

  • How long does it take to travel from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Portage Park and Chicago Loop by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Portage Park to get to Chicago Loop in Chicago?

    Get on the 78 bus from the Montrose & Linder (East) stop near Portage Park in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Portage Park and Chicago Loop in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Montrose Blue Line Station (East) station, which is closest to Chicago Loop.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago is Blue Line. It leaves the Jefferson Park station at 11:31 PM.

  • When is the first train from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago?

    The first train from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago is Union Pacific Northwest. It leaves the Jefferson Park station at 12:20 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago?

    The first bus from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago is Milwaukee. It leaves the Milwaukee & Cullom (Se) stop at 11:24 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Portage Park to Chicago Loop?

    The ride from Portage Park to Chicago Loop costs $2.25.

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