How far is Mount Vernon, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Mount Vernon, IN to Portage, IN is about 301.6 miles (485.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 254.6 miles (409.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Indiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Vernon and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon and Portage.
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Start on East 4th Street
20.1 mi · 23 min · East 4th Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41 North
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
51.4 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre Haute
57.7 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Turn straight onto Chicago
63.3 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue straight
47.3 mi · 1 hr
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Turn right onto State Road 14
9.5 mi · 13 min · State Road 14
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Take the ramp left
2584 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
38.5 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo, Detroit
1.4 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Avenue
1760 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
4.3 mi · 9 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · 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 Mount Vernon and Portage.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Chicago
Turn straight onto Chicago
63.3 mi · 01h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mount Vernon and Showers And Thunderstorms near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Vernon to Portage?
The road trip is about 301.6 miles (485.4 km) and usually takes 05h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mecca is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148.4 miles from Mount Vernon and 153.2 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 254.6 miles (409.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 47 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.12 one way or $80.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mount Vernon and Showers And Thunderstorms near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near Mecca
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Vernon and Portage. Straight-line distance: 254.63 mi (409.78 km).
#1 Mount Vernon
City in Posey County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 6,426 |
| Coordinates | 37.9322700, -87.8950300 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| 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: 485 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 45m |
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 | $40.12 | $80.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $45.25 | $90.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $49.52 | $99.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $56.43 | $112.87 |
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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