How far is Ogden Dunes, IN from Valparaiso, IN?
The driving distance from Ogden Dunes, IN to Valparaiso, IN is about 16.7 miles (26.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.4 miles (19.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ogden Dunes and Valparaiso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogden Dunes and Valparaiso.
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Start on Hillcrest Road
155 m · 22 sec · Hillcrest Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Hillcrest Road
1944 ft · 2 min · Hillcrest Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Dunes Highway
3.3 mi · 5 min · Dunes Highway
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Turn right onto Max Mochal Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Max Mochal Highway
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Continue on North State Road 149
6.5 mi · 9 min · North State Road 149
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Road 130
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Road 130
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Continue on West Lincolnway
2.5 mi · 5 min · West Lincolnway
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Turn left onto Campbell Street
1481 ft · 46 sec · Campbell Street
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Turn right onto Haas Street
650 ft · 36 sec · Haas Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Napoleon Street
136 m · 22 sec · Napoleon Street
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
656 ft · 29 sec · Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ogden Dunes and Valparaiso.
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.
North State Road 149
Continue on North State Road 149
6.46 mi · 00h 09m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ogden Dunes and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Valparaiso.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ogden Dunes to Valparaiso?
The road trip is about 16.7 miles (26.9 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
South Haven is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.3 miles from Ogden Dunes and 8.4 miles from Valparaiso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.4 miles (19.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.28 one way or $4.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ogden Dunes and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Valparaiso.
Stop Ideas Near South Haven
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ogden Dunes and Valparaiso. Straight-line distance: 12.35 mi (19.88 km).
#1 Ogden Dunes
Town in Porter County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,083 |
| Coordinates | 41.6228100, -87.1917000 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Valparaiso
Town in Porter County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 33,944 |
| Coordinates | 41.4730900, -87.0611400 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walnut Street (-87.06114, 41.47311)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.28 | $4.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.63 | $5.26 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $2.94 | $5.89 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $3.91 | $7.81 |
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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