How far is Hobart, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Hobart, IN to Portage, IN is about 7.1 miles (11.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.1 miles (8.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Frost then Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobart and Portage.
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Start on Main Street
708 ft · 22 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Front Street
1318 ft · 36 sec · Front Street
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Continue on East Cleveland Avenue
3254 ft · 2 min · East Cleveland Avenue
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Turn left
28 m · 2 sec
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Turn left
29 m · 2 sec
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Turn straight onto North Hobart Road
1.6 km · 2 min · North Hobart Road
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Turn right onto East 37th Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · East 37th Avenue
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Turn left onto Willowcreek Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Willowcreek Road
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
1861 ft · 49 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 Hobart and Portage.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East 37th Avenue
Turn right onto East 37th Avenue
3.01 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Patchy Frost then Rain Likely leaving Hobart and Patchy Frost then Rain Likely near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobart to Portage?
The road trip is about 7.1 miles (11.4 km) and usually takes 00h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.5 miles from Hobart and 3.5 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.1 miles (8.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.94 one way or $1.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Rain Likely around Hobart and Patchy Frost then Rain Likely near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Station
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Station.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobart and Portage. Straight-line distance: 5.07 mi (8.16 km).
#1 Hobart
City in Lake County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 27,913 |
| Coordinates | 41.5322600, -87.2550400 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| 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: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.94 | $1.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.16 | $2.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.33 | $2.65 |
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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