How far is Shadeland, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Shadeland, IN to Portage, IN is about 101.8 miles (163.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.9 miles (135 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 45m.
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.
Human settlement in Newton County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shadeland and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shadeland and Portage.
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Start on the route
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto South River Road
1 mi · 2 min · South River Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South River Road
57 m · 8 sec · South River Road
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Exit the roundabout onto South River Road
5.5 mi · 10 min · South River Road
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Continue on N River Road
2146 ft · 43 sec · N River Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1644 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
81.1 mi · 1 hr 28 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 Shadeland and Portage.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
N River Road
Merge slight left
81.1 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Shadeland and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shadeland to Portage?
The road trip is about 101.8 miles (163.8 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?
Mount Ayr is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.3 miles from Shadeland and 52.4 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.9 miles (135 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.54 one way or $27.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Shadeland and Portage, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Shadeland and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Ayr
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 Mount Ayr.
Rensselaer
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Gilman
Dyer station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shadeland and Portage. Straight-line distance: 83.91 mi (135.04 km).
#1 Shadeland
City in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,784 |
| Coordinates | 40.3736500, -86.9489000 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| 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: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.54 | $27.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.27 | $30.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.04 | $38.08 |
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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