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Trip from Leo-Cedarville, IN to Portage, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 54m

Distance

131.3 mi

211 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 43m ★
6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Allen County, Indiana, United States

Leo-Cedarville, IN

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city in Porter County, Indiana, United States

Portage, IN

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Trip Overview

This 131.3-mile journey from Leo-Cedarville, Indiana, to Portage, Indiana, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be accomplished in a single day. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 54 minutes on the road, primarily utilizing US 30, the Indiana Toll Road, and I-69. With a projected fuel cost of around $21, this route offers an economical option for travelers within the Midwest region. The drive is designed for efficiency, making it a practical choice for a quick trip or as part of a larger Midwestern adventure.

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

65.7 miles from Leo-Cedarville, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 30 101.6 mi 2h 12m
Indiana Toll Road 6.5 mi 7m
I 69 6 mi 6m
Leo Road 3.5 mi 5m
East Dupont Road 1.5 mi 2m
Willowcreek Road 0.6 mi 1m
Central Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Saint Joseph Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 30 — 101.6 mi, about 2h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Leo-Cedarville, IN and Portage, IN.

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Start on Ivans Lane

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Ivans Lane
2

Turn left onto SR 1

0.5 mi · 40 sec · Leo Road
3

Continue on SR 1

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Main Street
4

Continue on SR 1

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Saint Joseph Street
5

Continue on SR 1

3.1 mi · 4 min · Leo Road
6

Continue on SR 1

1.5 mi · 2 min · East Dupont Road
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward I 69 South
8

Merge onto I 69

6.0 mi · 6 min · I 69
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit onto US 30

102 mi · 2 hr 12 min · US 30
Exit 309B Toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road Use the slight right lane.
10

Take the exit

9.2 mi · 13 min
Toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Chesterton
11

Turn left

394 ft · 9 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
12

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · this road
13

Continue on this road

411 ft · 10 sec · this road
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
14

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago Use the straight lane.
15

Merge onto I 80; I 90

6.5 mi · 7 min · Indiana Toll Road
16

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 23 Toward Portage Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork

155 ft · 10 sec
18

Turn left onto Willowcreek Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Willowcreek Road
19

Turn left onto Central Avenue

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Central Avenue
20

Arrive at destination

Central Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour 54-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you to reach Portage with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself, but be aware of the longest stretch of 101.6 miles on US 30, which might be a good point to plan a brief break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on that longer segment, as services can be spaced out. The $21 fuel cost is a helpful budget marker for this efficient Midwestern transit.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.7 miles from Leo-Cedarville, IN, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.6 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 29 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 65.7 miles or 1h 26m 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 21m

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 Leo-Cedarville, 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 Leo-Cedarville, IN

This is one driving day of about 131.3 miles and 2h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Leo-Cedarville, 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 101.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Culver, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Culver, IN

66 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

North Webster, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tippecanoe, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.7 miles from Leo-Cedarville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Perks Peak

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

LEO-CEDARVLE, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+12602228502

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.2 mi

Food Court

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.4

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

Firefly Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

2.3 mi

Old Crown Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

2.3 mi

Perks Peak

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

LEO-CEDARVLE, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+12602228502

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12604891855

Visit website

Food Court

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

Albano's Pasta Shop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 112.6

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12192429160

Visit website

Main + Lincoln Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $50 to $10 mile 112.6

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12195105548

Visit website

Pesto's Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 112.6

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+12194620993

Visit website

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

Firefly Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12603730505

Visit website

Old Crown Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18887627837

Visit website

Common Grounds Coffeehouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Grabill, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12603124596

Visit website

The Light House coffee bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12604333710

Visit website

Fortezza Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+12602034103

Visit website

Tall Rabbit Cafe + Community

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12607459164

Visit website

The Green Bean Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–12:30 pm

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 9.4

Fort Wayne, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 28.1

Columbia City, Indiana

+18888074522

Visit website

Charge Pro Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 28.1

Columbia City, Indiana

+18888074522

Visit website

Moraine Nature Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 121.9

Valparaiso, Indiana

+12199819183

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.9 and 129.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
5.9 mi into trip | ~9m in | I 69

Merge onto I 69

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
11.9 mi into trip | ~16m in | US 30

Take the exit onto US 30 toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 309B Toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road
6
122.7 mi into trip | ~2h 42m 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
123 mi into trip | ~2h 42m 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
129.7 mi into trip | ~2h 50m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.53 one way

$41.05 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $22.54 $45.08
premium $4.89 $25.27 $50.53
diesel $5.61 $28.99 $57.98

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

$21

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.4 0 $13.79 $6.30
Efficient EV 32.8 0 $11.49 $5.25
EV Truck/SUV 52.5 0 $18.38 $8.40

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Leo-Cedarville, IN

Morning in Leo-Cedarville on Sunday

Local time

7:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Portage, IN

Morning in Portage on Sunday

Local time

6:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Culver, IN

66 mi in

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

20 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 54m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Indiana Dunes National Park

Indiana Dunes National Park

National Park

Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 near mile 126.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 82% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 101.6 miles on US 30, offering a consistent pace. While the profile suggests a highway-centric journey, be prepared for a mix of interstates and well-trafficked US highways as you progress towards Portage. This character means you'll spend most of your time on faster roads, ideal for covering distance efficiently.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.6 mi on US 30.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 30 and Indiana Toll Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in near I 69.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 131.3 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: at 5.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.7 miles: 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.

On the drive from Leo-Cedarville, IN to Portage, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterton along the way.

Chesterton

113.5 mi in | ~2h 29m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 131.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 101.6 miles on US 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.46 in tolls one way, starting with Indiana Toll Road. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Portage, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Portage, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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