How far is Hudson Lake, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Hudson Lake, IN to Portage, IN is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
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.
Human settlement in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hudson Lake and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson Lake and Portage.
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Start on the route
53 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto East John Emery Road
585 ft · 27 sec · East John Emery Road
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Turn left onto John Emery Drive
119 m · 22 sec · John Emery Drive
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Turn left onto North Chicago Road
2 mi · 5 min · North Chicago Road
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Turn left onto North Emery Road
133 m · 12 sec · North Emery Road
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward US 20 West: Michigan City
15 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 20 West: Michigan City
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp left
1570 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right
1089 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
25.1 mi · 27 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 Hudson Lake 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.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
25.1 mi · 00h 27m
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 Hudson Lake 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 Hudson Lake to Portage?
The road trip is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
LaPorte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.1 miles from Hudson Lake and 19.4 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.15 one way or $10.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hudson Lake and Mostly Sunny near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near LaPorte
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 LaPorte.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hudson Lake and Portage. Straight-line distance: 34.42 mi (55.4 km).
#1 Hudson Lake
Hudson Lake is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.7103200, -86.5341900 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| 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: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.68 | $5.15 | $10.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| Diesel | $6.68 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
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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