Chicago to La Porte, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago from La Porte, Indiana?

The distance from Chicago to La Porte, Indiana is 50.8 miles (81.7 km) as the crow flies. La Porte, Indiana is located ESE of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 69.3 miles, taking about 1h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and La Porte, Indiana in Indiana.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and La Porte, Indiana. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.