How far is Granger, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Granger, IN to Portage, IN is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Granger and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granger and Portage.
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Start on the route
2 m · 8 sec
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Turn sharp left
72 m · 23 sec
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Turn left
21 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Adams Road
2765 ft · 53 sec · Adams Road
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Continue on Edwardsburg Highway
2 mi · 3 min · Edwardsburg Highway
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Turn left onto Capital Avenue
1772 ft · 41 sec · Capital Avenue
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Turn left onto I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
566 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
693 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right
1332 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
58.7 mi · 1 hr 3 min · Indiana Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Portage
3121 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
47 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Willowcreek Road
3071 ft · 1 min · Willowcreek Road
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
1906 ft · 50 sec · 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 Granger and Portage.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
58.7 mi · 01h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Granger and Mostly Sunny near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Granger to Portage?
The road trip is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km) and usually takes 01h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Smith is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from Granger and 31.9 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.48 one way or $16.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Granger and Portage, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Granger and Mostly Sunny near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near Smith
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Granger and Portage. Straight-line distance: 56.34 mi (90.67 km).
#1 Granger
Census-designated place in St.
| Population | 30,465 |
| Coordinates | 41.7533800, -86.1108400 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| 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: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.57 | $19.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.47 | $20.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.93 | $23.87 |
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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