How to get from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage in Chicago, take the SSL train from Museum Campus/11th St. station to Gary Metro Station station. Next, take the L2 bus from Metro Center station to Oak & County Line station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $8.60.

114min$8.60
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - L2L2
Leaves from Museum Campus/11th St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Museum Campus/11th St.
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    South Bend
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Gary Metro Station
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Metro Center
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - L2L2
    Wait for bus
    L2
    Roundtrip
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Oak & County Line
    Ride to bus station
    Oak & County Line
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage

The distance between Balbo & Columbus (East), Chicago and Portage, Chicago is approximately 39.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Balbo & Columbus (East)

Balbo & Columbus (East) is located at Balbo & Columbus (East), Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Balbo & Columbus (West).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Balbo & Columbus (East):

  • Harrison
  • Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren
  • Jackson (Red)

Train stations close to Balbo & Columbus (East):

  • Van Buren St.
  • Museum Campus/11th St.

Bus stations close to Balbo & Columbus (East):

  • Balbo & Columbus (West)
  • Michigan & Harrison (South)
  • Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)

Public transit stations close to Portage, Chicago

Portage is located at Portage, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Oak & County Line.

Train stations close to Portage:

  • Portage/Ogden Dunes
  • Miller Station

Bus stations close to Portage:

  • Oak & County Line
  • Maple & County Line Rd
  • Pottawotami & County Line

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage?

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line SSL, Bus line L2.

  • Is there a direct train between Balbo & Columbus (East) and Portage in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage in Chicago?

    The SSL train line goes from Museum Campus/11th St. station near Balbo & Columbus (East) to South Bend station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till South Bend station near Portage in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Balbo & Columbus (East) and Portage in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Balbo & Columbus (East) to get to Portage in Chicago?

    Get on the SSL train from the Museum Campus/11th St. station near Balbo & Columbus (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Balbo & Columbus (East) and Portage in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the South Bend stop, which is closest to Portage in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage?

    The ride from Balbo & Columbus (East) to Portage costs $8.60.

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