Origin
LaPorte, IN
Night in LaPorte on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from LaPorte, IN to Mishawaka, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
34.7 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
LaPorte, IN
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Mishawaka, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between LaPorte and Mishawaka, this 37.1-mile trek is a straightforward choice. You can easily complete the journey in about 42 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Navigating the route via SR 2 East, US 20 East, and the Saint Joseph Valley Parkway keeps you within the Midwest, ensuring a familiar regional feel throughout the drive. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, this transit is highly cost-effective for commuters or casual travelers. Because there are no required stops along the way, you have the flexibility to power through the entire distance in one go. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 2 | 12.5 mi | 16m |
| Saint Joseph Valley Parkway | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| Lincolnway | 8.3 mi | 13m |
| Bremen Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Way East | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Union Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Church Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 2
— 12.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between LaPorte, IN and Mishawaka, IN.
1
Start on SR 2; SR 39
8.3 mi
·
13 min
·
Lincolnway
Use the straight lane.
2
Enter roundabout
41 ft
·
0 sec
Toward SR 2 East: South Bend
3
Continue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward SR 2 East: South Bend
4
Continue on SR 2
12 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 2
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 20 East, US 31 South: Mishawaka, Plymouth
6
Merge onto US 20; US 31
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward SR 331 South: Bremen, Mishawaka
8
Turn straight onto Bremen Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bremen Highway
9
Continue on Union Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
10
Continue on South Church Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Church Street
11
Turn right onto SR 933
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Way East
12
Arrive at destination
SR 933
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from LaPorte, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 2; SR 39 / Lincolnway
Depart onto SR 2; SR 39 / Lincolnway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
8.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Enter roundabout toward SR 2 East: South Bend
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward SR 2 East: South Bend
5
20.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward US 20 East, US 31 South: Mishawaka, Plymouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 20 East, US 31 South: Mishawaka, Plym...
5
30.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward SR 331 South: Bremen, Mishawaka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 331 South: Bremen, Mishawaka
4
33.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
SR 933 / Lincoln Way East
Turn right onto SR 933 / Lincoln Way East
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.42 one way
$10.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Mishawaka, IN
Late night in Mishawaka on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
New Carlisle, IN
17 mi in
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
18 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
49m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route maintains a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating local roads that demand more active attention than a typical high-speed cruise. The path transitions through several segments, requiring you to stay alert as you shift between SR 2, US 20, and the Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. Since there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, the pace remains steady and grounded in local traffic patterns. You will find that the road’s personality is defined by these constant turns, offering a more hands-on driving experience than a standard highway route would provide.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.5 mi on SR 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 2 and Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 2; SR 39 / Lincolnway.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from LaPorte, IN to Mishawaka, IN is easy. At 49m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 2; SR 39 / Lincolnway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 LaPorte, IN to Mishawaka, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Plymouth along the way.
Plymouth
20.9 mi in
|
~30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 34.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.5 miles on SR 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 2; SR 39 / Lincolnway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mishawaka, IN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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