How far is Corydon, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Corydon, IN to Portage, IN is about 287.9 miles (463.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 239 miles (384.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corydon and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corydon and Portage.
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Start on North Maple Street
552 ft · 26 sec · North Maple Street
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Turn right onto East Chestnut Street
1219 ft · 25 sec · East Chestnut Street
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Turn right onto North Capitol Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Capitol Avenue
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Turn left
1081 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto State Road 135
1.3 km · 1 min · State Road 135
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Turn left
1410 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
16 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
1772 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 North: Indianapolis
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
105.7 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Keep slight right
29.8 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West
1281 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left
786 ft · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
117.5 mi · 2 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo, Detroit
1.4 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Avenue
1760 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
4.3 mi · 9 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corydon and Portage.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 52 West
Merge slight left
118 mi · 02h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corydon and Rain Showers Likely near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corydon to Portage?
The road trip is about 287.9 miles (463.4 km) and usually takes 04h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grandview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 143.4 miles from Corydon and 144.6 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 239 miles (384.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.31 one way or $76.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Corydon and Portage, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Corydon and Rain Showers Likely near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near Grandview
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Avon Town Hall Park
Carmel City Hall
Carmel Gazebo
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grandview.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corydon and Portage. Straight-line distance: 239.04 mi (384.7 km).
#1 Corydon
Town in Indiana
| Population | 3,181 |
| Coordinates | 38.2120100, -86.1219200 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Portage
The second most populous city in Porter County, Indiana.
| Population | 90,543 |
| Coordinates | 41.5758700, -87.1761500 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central Avenue (-87.17615, 41.575874)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 463 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $38.31 | $76.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $43.21 | $86.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $47.28 | $94.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $53.89 | $107.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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