How far is Portage, IN from Allen, IN?
The driving distance from Portage, IN to Allen, IN is about 120.9 miles (194.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.9 miles (170.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.
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 Marshall 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 Portage and Allen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portage and Allen.
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Start on Central Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Airport Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Airport Road
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Turn left
5.9 mi · 9 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward SR 49 South: Valparaiso
2031 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
6.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East: Plymouth
1548 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Morthland Drive
86.4 mi · 1 hr 53 min · East Morthland Drive
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Turn left onto Old Trail Road
8.5 mi · 13 min · Old Trail Road
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Continue on West Whitley Street
1 km · 1 min · West Whitley Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
3.3 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Carroll Road
5.4 mi · 10 min · Carroll Road
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Turn left onto Bethel Road
2942 ft · 1 min · Bethel Road
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Turn left
581 ft · 47 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
752 ft · 55 sec
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Turn slight right
87 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Portage and Allen.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Morthland Drive
Merge slight left onto East Morthland Drive
86.4 mi · 01h 53m
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.
Sunny leaving Portage and Sunny near Allen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Portage to Allen?
The road trip is about 120.9 miles (194.5 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Bourbon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.3 miles from Portage and 60.5 miles from Allen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.9 miles (170.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 12:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.43 one way or $30.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Portage and Allen, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Portage and Sunny near Allen.
Stop Ideas Near Bourbon
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 Bourbon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Portage and Allen. Straight-line distance: 105.89 mi (170.41 km).
#1 Portage
The second most populous city in Porter County, Indiana.
| Population | 90,543 |
| Coordinates | 41.5758700, -87.1761500 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Allen
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
| Population | 666 |
| Coordinates | 41.2000500, -85.1958100 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: Allen (-85.19581, 41.20005)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.62 | $15.43 | $30.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.22 | $17.99 | $35.99 |
| Premium | $4.76 | $20.27 | $40.55 |
| Diesel | $6.63 | $28.26 | $56.52 |
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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