Origin
Portage, IN
Night in Portage on Tuesday
Local time
10:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portage, IN to Geneva, IN
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
160.9 mi
259 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
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6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portage, IN
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Geneva, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Portage, IN to Geneva, IN covers 160.9 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Morthland Drive, Lafayette Street, SR 49 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 101.8 miles on East Morthland Drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.15 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.4 miles from Portage, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 3h 30m drive with frequent turns across 160.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Morthland Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 101.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Airport Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 160.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Airport Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 15.8 miles (US 30; SR 2 / East Morthland Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Airport Road
Turn right onto Airport Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
15.5 mi into trip
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~24m in
Take the exit toward US 30 East: Plymouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 30 East: Plymouth
5
15.8 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 30; SR 2 / East Morthland Drive
Merge onto US 30; SR 2 / East Morthland Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
119.7 mi into trip
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~2h 40m in
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US 27 / Lima Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27 / Lima Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
124.9 mi into trip
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~2h 47m in
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US 27 / Lafayette Street
Merge onto US 27 / Lafayette Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Morthland Drive | 101.8 mi | 2h 12m |
| Lafayette Street | 31.5 mi | 36m |
| SR 49 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| US 6 | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| South Harrison Street | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| N Clinton Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Airport Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Coliseum Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
East Morthland Drive
— 101.8 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portage, IN and Geneva, IN.
1
Start on Central Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn right onto Airport Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Airport Road
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto US 6
5.9 mi
·
9 min
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US 6
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward SR 49 South: Valparaiso
5
Merge onto SR 49
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 49
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 30 East: Plymouth
7
Merge onto US 30; SR 2
102 mi
·
2 hr 12 min
·
East Morthland Drive
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on SR 930
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
SR 930
9
Turn left onto SR 930
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Coliseum Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lima Road
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 27
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Clinton Street
12
Continue on US 27
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
N Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Merge onto US 27
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Lafayette Street
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 27
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Harrison Street
15
Turn left onto East Line Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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East Line Street
16
Arrive at destination
East Line Street
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 80.4 miles from Portage, IN, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.8 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.4 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Geneva, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Portage, 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 Portage, IN
This is one driving day of about 160.9 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Portage, 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 East Morthland Drive for about 101.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.4 mi from Portage, IN · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 80.4 miles from Portage, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before East Morthland Drive if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.8 miles.
Arriving in Geneva, IN
The final approach into Geneva, 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 Geneva, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.15 one way
$50.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.62 | $55.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.96 | $61.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.52 | $71.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.3 | 0 | $16.89 | $7.72 |
| Efficient EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.08 | $6.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.53 | $10.30 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Geneva, IN
Night in Geneva on Tuesday
Local time
11:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
11 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
3h 30m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Portage, IN to Geneva, IN covers 160.9 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Morthland Drive, Lafayette Street, SR 49. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.4 miles from Portage, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.15 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 160.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Airport Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 15.8 miles (US 30; SR 2 / East Morthland Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Portage, IN to Geneva, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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