Origin
Porter, IN
Afternoon in Porter on Thursday
Local time
2:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Porter, IN to Ogden Dunes, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Porter, IN
David Brtan
Ogden Dunes, IN
fish socks
Trip Overview
This short 7.7-mile drive from Porter, IN to Ogden Dunes, IN is easily manageable in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal 1-day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Dunes Highway, West Oak Hill Road, and Wagner Road, with no significant highway mileage. The estimated fuel cost is a very low $1, reflecting the minimal distance. This route is perfect for a quick excursion within the Midwest region. Given its brevity, it doesn't require an overnight stay and offers a straightforward local experience.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 7.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 7.7-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets for the entire duration. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.6 miles along Dunes Highway. This route features frequent turns and local road navigation, so keep your attention focused on the immediate surroundings rather than long, sweeping vistas. It's a more intimate driving experience suited for exploring local connections.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dunes Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Wagner Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Porter, IN to Ogden Dunes, IN is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Wagner Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (West Oak Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Wagner Road
Turn right onto Wagner Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
West Oak Hill Road
Turn left onto West Oak Hill Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dunes Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| West Oak Hill Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Wagner Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Hillcrest Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dunes Highway
— 4.6 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Porter, IN and Ogden Dunes, IN.
1
Start on Franklin Street
396 ft
·
21 sec
·
Franklin Street
2
Turn right onto Wagner Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Wagner Road
3
Turn left onto West Oak Hill Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Oak Hill Road
4
Turn straight onto US 12
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Dunes Highway
5
Turn slight right
125 ft
·
5 sec
6
Turn slight right onto Hillcrest Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillcrest Road
7
Arrive at destination
Hillcrest Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.20 one way
$2.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.32 | $2.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.48 | $2.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Ogden Dunes, IN
Afternoon in Ogden Dunes on Thursday
Local time
2:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 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
15m 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 Porter, IN to Ogden Dunes, IN covers 7.7 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dunes Highway, West Oak Hill Road, Wagner Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.8 miles from Porter, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Porter, IN to Ogden Dunes, IN is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Wagner Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (West Oak Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Porter, IN to Ogden Dunes, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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