How far is Wheatfield, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Wheatfield, IN to Portage, IN is about 34.7 miles (55.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Porter County, Indiana, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheatfield and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheatfield and Portage.
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Start on Grove Street
2857 ft · 2 min · Grove Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Hilliard Street
9.5 mi · 14 min · Hilliard Street
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Continue on South State Road 49
17.8 mi · 25 min · South State Road 49
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Turn left onto I 80, I 90: Toll Road
120 m · 10 sec
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Continue straight
757 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on I 80, I 90: Toll Road
125 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
1246 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
6.5 mi · 8 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 Wheatfield and Portage.
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.
South State Road 49
Continue on South State Road 49
17.8 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Isolated Rain Showers leaving Wheatfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheatfield to Portage?
The road trip is about 34.7 miles (55.8 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Valparaiso is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.3 miles from Wheatfield and 16.5 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.71 one way or $9.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around Wheatfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near Valparaiso
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 Wheatfield and Portage. Straight-line distance: 27.18 mi (43.74 km).
#1 Wheatfield
Township in Jasper County, Indiana
| Population | 880 |
| Coordinates | 41.1930900, -87.0555800 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| 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: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $3.86 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $5.44 | $10.87 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $6.09 | $12.17 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
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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