How far is Portland, TX from Taft, TX?
The driving distance from Portland, TX to Taft, TX is about 11.1 miles (17.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.4 miles (13.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 27m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Portland and Taft.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland and Taft.
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Start on Wildcat Drive
680 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto US Highway 181
1 mi · 2 min · US Highway 181
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Take the ramp slight left
1715 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight right
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
7.4 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Industrial Street
3 m · 1 sec · Industrial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Industrial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Portland and Taft.
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.
US Highway 181
Keep slight left
7.42 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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Portland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Taft.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Portland to Taft?
The road trip is about 11.1 miles (17.9 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?
Gregory is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Portland and 5.6 miles from Taft.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.4 miles (13.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 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 8:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.47 one way or $2.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Portland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Taft.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Portland and Taft. Straight-line distance: 8.38 mi (13.48 km).
#1 Portland
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 17,768 |
| Coordinates | 27.8772500, -97.3238800 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Taft
City in San Patricio County, Texas, United States
| Population | 2,886 |
| Coordinates | 27.9789100, -97.3986000 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 181 South (-97.398627, 27.978889)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $1.47 | $2.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $1.56 | $3.11 |
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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