How far is Mishawaka, IN from East Chicago, IN?
The driving distance from Mishawaka, IN to East Chicago, IN is about 82.8 miles (133.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.9 miles (107.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mishawaka and East Chicago.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mishawaka and East Chicago.
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Start on Lincoln Way East
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Way East
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Turn left onto Capital Avenue
5 mi · 8 min · Capital Avenue
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Take the exit right toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
159 m · 13 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
72.2 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Indiana Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 912 South: Gary, Cline Avenue
1 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 912 North, SR 312 North: Cline Avenue, Chicago Avenue, Gary/Chicago International Airport
60 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Cline Avenue
2574 ft · 52 sec · Cline Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left toward SR 912 North: Cline Avenue
684 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cline Avenue
1730 ft · 24 sec · Cline Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 West: Airport Road
1635 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Airport Road
636 ft · 15 sec · Airport Road
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Keep slight right to continue on US 12 West, SR 912 North: Columbus Drive, Cline Avenue
42 m · 2 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Columbus Drive
46 m · 3 sec · East Columbus Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto East Columbus Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Columbus Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Columbus Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mishawaka and East Chicago.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
72.2 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mishawaka and Rain Showers near East Chicago.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mishawaka to East Chicago?
The road trip is about 82.8 miles (133.2 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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 41.3 miles from Mishawaka and 41.4 miles from East Chicago.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.9 miles (107.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.28 one way or $22.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mishawaka and East Chicago, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mishawaka and Rain Showers near East Chicago.
Stop Ideas Near LaPorte
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mishawaka and East Chicago. Straight-line distance: 66.93 mi (107.72 km).
#1 Mishawaka
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 50,312 |
| Coordinates | 41.6619900, -86.1586200 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Chicago
City in Lake County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 27,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.6392000, -87.4547600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Chicago (-87.45476, 41.6392)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $3.86 | $11.28 | $22.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $13.01 | $26.02 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $14.56 | $29.13 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $19.33 | $38.67 |
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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