Markham to Portage: Road Trip Guide & Distance

338.9 miles 545.4 km · straight line
406.7 miles estimated 654.5 km · driving distance
8h 11min estimated drive time
CAD 66 - CAD 81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Markham from Portage?

The distance from Markham to Portage is 338.9 miles (545.4 km) as the crow flies. Portage is located WSW of Markham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 406.7 miles, taking about 8h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Markham is in Ontario, Canada, while Portage is in Michigan, United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Markham and Portage. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Markham to Portage

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 11min CAD 66 - CAD 81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 49min $33–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 46min $49–$142* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Markham & Portage

Quick Facts

Markham
43.87°N, 79.27°W
America/Toronto
168m elevation
Portage
42.20°N, 85.58°W
America/Detroit
268m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 113 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients