How far is Portage, IN from Walkerton, IN?
The driving distance from Portage, IN to Walkerton, IN is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.7 miles (59 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Portage and Walkerton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portage and Walkerton.
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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
13.3 mi · 20 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
43 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
158 m · 9 sec
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Turn slight right
23.5 mi · 33 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Roosevelt Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Portage and Walkerton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn slight right
23.5 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Portage and Showers And Thunderstorms near Walkerton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Portage to Walkerton?
The road trip is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Westville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.6 miles from Portage and 20.6 miles from Walkerton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.7 miles (59 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.51 one way or $11.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Portage and Walkerton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Portage and Showers And Thunderstorms near Walkerton.
Stop Ideas Near Westville
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 Portage and Walkerton. Straight-line distance: 36.64 mi (58.96 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 Walkerton
Town in Indiana, USA
| Population | 2,250 |
| Coordinates | 41.4667100, -86.4830700 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walkerton (-86.48307, 41.46671)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.51 | $11.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.79 | $13.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.74 | $15.49 |
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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