How far is Andrews, IN from Gary, IN?
The driving distance from Andrews, IN to Gary, IN is about 131.3 miles (211.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.8 miles (167 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Marshall County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Andrews and Gary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andrews and Gary.
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Start on North Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Wabash Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Wabash Road
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Turn right onto North 900 West
5.3 mi · 9 min · North 900 West
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Continue on N 900 W
4.3 mi · 8 min · N 900 W
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Continue on West River Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · West River Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West River Road
1133 ft · 29 sec · West River Road
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Turn left
1 km · 1 min
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Turn right
6.7 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
2815 ft · 1 min · West Old Trail Road
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Turn right onto North Binkley Road
2429 ft · 1 min · North Binkley Road
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Turn left
76.3 mi · 1 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Chesterton
9.2 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto I 80, I 90: Toll Road
120 m · 10 sec
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Continue straight
757 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on I 80, I 90: Toll Road
125 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
1246 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
15.6 mi · 18 min · Indiana Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 53: Broadway
2139 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway
549 ft · 30 sec · Broadway
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Turn right onto West 4th Avenue
1347 ft · 30 sec · West 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Madison Street
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Turn right onto 10th Place
1298 ft · 57 sec · 10th Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Andrews and Gary.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
76.3 mi · 01h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Andrews and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Andrews to Gary?
The road trip is about 131.3 miles (211.3 km) and usually takes 02h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Plymouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.1 miles from Andrews and 67.2 miles from Gary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.8 miles (167 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.46 one way or $34.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Andrews and Gary, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Andrews and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gary.
Stop Ideas Near Plymouth
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Plymouth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Andrews and Gary. Straight-line distance: 103.78 mi (167.01 km).
#1 Andrews
Town in Huntington County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,134 |
| Coordinates | 40.8625400, -85.6016500 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gary
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 74,693 |
| Coordinates | 41.5933700, -87.3464300 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.346439, 41.59327)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $17.46 | $34.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.69 | $39.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.56 | $49.12 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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