How far is Wakarusa, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Wakarusa, IN to Portage, IN is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wakarusa and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wakarusa and Portage.
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Start on East Waterford Street
1 mi · 2 min · East Waterford Street
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Turn left onto Nappanee Street
6.7 mi · 10 min · Nappanee Street
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Turn left
2536 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
22.4 mi · 26 min · Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Toll, I 90 Toll
2299 ft · 56 sec
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Continue straight
142 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight left
2198 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
48.4 mi · 52 min · Indiana Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Portage
3121 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
47 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Willowcreek Road
3071 ft · 1 min · Willowcreek Road
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
1906 ft · 50 sec · 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 Wakarusa and Portage.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
48.4 mi · 00h 52m
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 leaving Wakarusa and Partly Sunny near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wakarusa to Portage?
The road trip is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
New Carlisle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.6 miles from Wakarusa and 31.9 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 3:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.65 one way or $19.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Wakarusa 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 around Wakarusa and Partly Sunny near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near New Carlisle
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 New Carlisle.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wakarusa and Portage. Straight-line distance: 59.79 mi (96.23 km).
#1 Wakarusa
City in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,848 |
| Coordinates | 41.5361600, -86.0208300 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| 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: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.65 | $19.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.91 | $23.83 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.58 | $27.16 |
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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