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 47 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

47min$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
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Simonds & Wilson/Montrose (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Montrose Blue Line Station (East)
    ID 11326
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Montrose-Blue
    20 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
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Portage Park to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus via 85 and BLUE LINE

To get from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the 85 bus from Central & Berteau (North) station to Jefferson Park Transit Center station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Clark/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

51min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Central & Berteau (North)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central & Berteau (North)
    ID 15150
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Bryn Mawr & Linder (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    20 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
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Portage Park to Chicago Loop
The distance between Portage Park, Chicago and Chicago Loop, Chicago is approximately 9.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 47 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.
Public transit stations close to Portage Park

Portage Park is located at West Hutchinson Street, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Central & Hutchinson (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Portage Park:

  • Montrose-Blue

Train stations close to Portage Park:

  • Forest Glen
  • Mayfair
  • Grayland

Bus stations close to Portage Park:

  • Central & Hutchinson (South)
  • Central & Berteau (North)
  • Central & Cullom (North)
Public transit stations close to Chicago Loop, Chicago

Chicago Loop is located at Chicago Loop, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Lasalle & Randolph (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Washington/Wells
  • Lake (Red)
  • Clark/Lake

Bus stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Lasalle & Randolph (North)
  • Washington & Lasalle (East)
  • Franklin & Madison (North)
Related Routes

Alternative route from Portage Park to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus via 85 and BLUE LINE

To get from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the 85 bus from Central & Berteau (North) station to Jefferson Park Transit Center station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Clark/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

51min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Central & Berteau (North)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central & Berteau (North)
    ID 15150
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Bryn Mawr & Linder (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    20 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
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line BLUE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Portage Park to Chicago Loop?

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 85, Bus 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 47 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 to Simonds & Wilson/Montrose (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Simonds & Wilson/Montrose (South) station near Chicago Loop in Chicago

  • 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 in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 47 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 Simonds & Wilson/Montrose (South) station, which is closest to Chicago Loop in Chicago.

  • 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 last Chicago 'L' from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago?

    The last Chicago 'L' from Portage Park to Chicago Loop in Chicago is the Blue Line line. It leaves the Jefferson Park station at 10:29 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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