Origin
Stony Creek, IN
Morning in Stony Creek on Wednesday
Local time
6:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stony Creek, IN to Portage, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
98.5 mi
159 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
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6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stony Creek, IN
David Kanigan
Portage, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Stony Creek, IN to Portage, IN covers 98.5 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Indiana Toll Road, US 20, SR 13 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 67.7 miles on Indiana Toll Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.40 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.3 miles from Stony Creek, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 4m drive with frequent turns across 98.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Indiana Toll Road is the longest continuous segment at about 67.7 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 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East County Line Road; South 1200 West.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.5 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.2 miles (East County Line Road; South 1200 West): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East County Line Road; South 1200 West
Turn right onto East County Line Road; South 1200 West
Navigation decision point
5
20.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward Old US 20, Elkhart
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Old US 20, Elkhart
7
29 mi into trip
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~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
5
29.2 mi into trip
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~48m in
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I 80; I 90 / Indiana Toll Road
Merge onto I 80; I 90 / Indiana Toll Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
97 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m 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.
Between Stony Creek, IN and Portage, IN, road signs point toward Old Us 20 and Elkhart.
Old Us 20
20.7 mi in
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~34m
Elkhart
20.7 mi in
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~34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana Toll Road | 67.7 mi | 1h 13m |
| US 20 | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| SR 13 | 5 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Toledo Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Cassopolis Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| County Road 40 | 2 mi | 4m |
| Goshen Avenue | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Indiana Toll Road
— 67.7 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stony Creek, IN and Portage, IN.
1
Start on this road
0.2 mi
·
1 min
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this road
2
Turn right onto East County Line Road; South 1200 West
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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East County Line Road; South 1200 West
3
Turn left onto CR 40
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 40
4
Turn right onto SR 13
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 13
5
Turn left onto SR 13
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
SR 13
6
Turn right onto SR 13
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
South Main Street
7
Turn left onto US 20
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
US 20
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Old US 20, Elkhart
9
Continue on Toledo Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Toledo Road
10
Turn right onto Goshen Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Goshen Avenue
11
Continue on East Jackson Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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East Jackson Boulevard
12
Turn right onto CR 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
13
Turn left onto CR 10
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Bristol Street
14
Turn right onto SR 19
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cassopolis Street
15
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
16
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
Toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
18
Merge onto I 80; I 90
68 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
Indiana Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 23
Toward Portage
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
155 ft
·
10 sec
21
Turn left onto Willowcreek Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Willowcreek Road
22
Turn left onto Central Avenue
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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Central Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.3 miles from Stony Creek, IN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.7 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.3 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 43m
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 Stony Creek, 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 Stony Creek, IN
This is one driving day of about 98.5 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stony Creek, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Indiana Toll Road for about 67.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.3 mi from Stony Creek, IN · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 49.3 miles from Stony Creek, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Indiana Toll Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.7 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
$15.40 one way
$30.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.91 | $33.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.96 | $37.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.75 | $43.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.74
Indiana Toll Road
(67.7 mi)
$4.74
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
$15
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.34 | $4.73 |
| Efficient EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.79 | $6.30 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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
Late night in Portage on Wednesday
Local time
5:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
27 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m 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 Stony Creek, IN to Portage, IN covers 98.5 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Indiana Toll Road, US 20, SR 13. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.3 miles from Stony Creek, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.40 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.5 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.2 miles (East County Line Road; South 1200 West): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Stony Creek, IN and Portage, IN, road signs point toward Old Us 20 and Elkhart.
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