How far is Middlebury, IN from Pontiac, IN?
The driving distance from Middlebury, IN to Pontiac, IN is about 24 miles (38.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.6 miles (36.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Middlebury and Pontiac.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlebury and Pontiac.
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Start on West Martz Market Street
563 ft · 27 sec · West Martz Market Street
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Turn right
1 km · 1 min
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Turn left
2199 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto West 8th Street
693 ft · 19 sec · West 8th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
16.4 mi · 23 min · Main Street
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Continue on South Forest Avenue
6 mi · 10 min · South Forest Avenue
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Turn right onto West County Road 1400 North
1653 ft · 1 min · West County Road 1400 North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West County Road 1400 North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Middlebury and Pontiac.
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.
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
16.4 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Middlebury and Sunny near Pontiac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Middlebury to Pontiac?
The road trip is about 24 miles (38.6 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12 miles from Middlebury and 12 miles from Pontiac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.6 miles (36.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.21 one way or $6.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Middlebury and Sunny near Pontiac.
Stop Ideas Near Center Point
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 Center Point.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Middlebury and Pontiac. Straight-line distance: 22.53 mi (36.26 km).
#1 Middlebury
Human settlement in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 3,608 |
| Coordinates | 39.2642100, -87.1189000 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pontiac
Pontiac is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.5903200, -87.1186300 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pontiac (-87.11863, 39.59032)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.21 | $6.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.62 | $7.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.96 | $7.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
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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