Origin
Lynn, IN
Afternoon in Lynn on Tuesday
Local time
12:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lynn, IN to Portage, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 13m
Distance
200.5 mi
323 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 0m
★
6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 40m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lynn, IN
Beth Fitzpatrick
Portage, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lynn, IN to Portage, IN covers 200.5 miles and takes about 4h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 30, North Main Street, South Church Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 88.8 miles on US 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
100.3 miles from Lynn, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Lynn, IN to Portage, IN covers 200.5 miles and takes about 4h 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 88.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 27 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 200.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 27 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 182.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 191.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 27 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 27 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
182.7 mi into trip
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~3h 47m in
Take the exit toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Chesterton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Ches...
6
191.9 mi into trip
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~4h 1m in
Turn left toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
9
192.2 mi into trip
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~4h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
7
199 mi into trip
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~4h 9m in
Take the exit toward Portage
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 23
Toward Portage
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lynn, IN to Portage, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterton along the way.
Chesterton
182.7 mi in
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~3h 47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 30 | 88.8 mi | 1h 56m |
| North Main Street | 42.4 mi | 48m |
| South Church Avenue | 28.4 mi | 32m |
| US 33 | 12.7 mi | 16m |
| Indiana Toll Road | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| Lafayette Street | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| West Coliseum Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Spy Run Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 88.8 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynn, IN and Portage, IN.
1
Start on Sherman Street
92 ft
·
6 sec
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Sherman Street
2
Turn right onto US 27
42 mi
·
48 min
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North Main Street
3
Continue on US 27
28 mi
·
32 min
·
South Church Avenue
4
Continue on US 27
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Lafayette Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Street
6
Continue on US 27
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Spy Run Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 27
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
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North Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 27
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lima Road
Toward US 27 North
9
Turn left onto SR 930
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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West Coliseum Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Take the exit onto SR 930
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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SR 930
Toward SR 930 West
11
Merge onto SR 930
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
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Goshen Road
12
Continue on US 33
13 mi
·
16 min
·
US 33
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 30
89 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
US 30
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
9.2 mi
·
13 min
Toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Chesterton
15
Turn left
394 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
16
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
17
Continue on this road
411 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
19
Merge onto I 80; I 90
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Indiana Toll Road
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 23
Toward Portage
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
155 ft
·
10 sec
22
Turn left onto Willowcreek Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Willowcreek Road
23
Turn left onto Central Avenue
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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Central Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.3 miles from Lynn, IN, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.3 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portage, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lynn, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lynn, IN
This is one driving day of about 200.5 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lynn, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 30 for about 88.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.3 mi from Lynn, IN · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100.3 miles from Lynn, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.8 miles.
Arriving in Portage, IN
The final approach into Portage, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Portage, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.35 one way
$62.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.42 | $68.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.58 | $77.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.27 | $88.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.46
Indiana Toll Road
(6.5 mi)
$0.46
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.05 | $9.62 |
| Efficient EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.54 | $8.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.2 | 1 | $28.07 | $12.83 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Portage, IN
Morning in Portage on Tuesday
Local time
11:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 15 mph
31% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 13m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lynn, IN to Portage, IN covers 200.5 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 30, North Main Street, South Church Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.3 miles from Lynn, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 200.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 27 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 182.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 191.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Lynn, IN to Portage, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterton along the way.
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