How far is Avon, IN from City of Gary, IN?

Fastest route

The distance between Avon, Indiana and Gary, Indiana is approximately 146 miles (235 kilometers). The fastest route is via I-65 N, with a travel time of about 2 hours and 26 minutes. Your destination is in a different time zone.

Directions

To reach Gary, Indiana from Avon, Indiana, follow these directions:

  1. Head west on Rockville Rd/E US Hwy 36.
  2. Turn left onto IN-267/N Avon Ave/County Rd 700 E.
  3. Continue to follow IN-267.
  4. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto IN-267/S Green St.
  5. At the next traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto S Green St.
  6. Pass by KeyBank (on the right) and continue straight onto IN-267 N/N Green St.
  7. Pass by McDonald's (on the right).
  8. Turn left to merge onto I-65 N.
  9. Continue on I-65 N until you reach Gary.
  10. Keep left to stay on I-65 N.
  11. Keep left to stay on I-65 N.
  12. Take US-12 W/US-20 W to Broadway.
  13. Keep left to stay on I-65 N.
  14. Use any lane to turn left onto US-12 W/US-20 W.

You have reached your destination in Gary, Indiana.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure to check traffic conditions before starting your journey.
  • ⛽ It's a good idea to fuel up your vehicle before the trip.
  • 📅 Remember that your destination is in a different time zone, so adjust your plans accordingly.
  • 📱 Keep a GPS or navigation app handy for real-time directions.
  • 🍽️ Consider stopping for meals or snacks along the way to break up the journey.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
153.48 mi
02h 34m
Flight
135.97 mi
218.83 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
135.97 mi
Kilometers
218.83 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
153.48 mi
Kilometers
247 km
Drive Time
02h 34m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in City of Gary
Mon, Jun 1, 9:58 PM CDT
Return by in Avon
Tue, Jun 2, 1:33 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Avon
2026-06-01T20:23
Arrive City of Gary
Mon, Jun 1, 10:58 PM EDT
Route Timing
02h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:35 AM to 11:35 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:20 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Avon
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Round Grove
IN

Township in White County, Indiana

From Avon
73.6 mi
01h 17m
To City of Gary
79.9 mi
01h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
This Afternoon

Partly Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 3:00 PM EDT
Wind
7 mph ENE
Destination
62°F
This Afternoon

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 2:00 PM CDT
Wind
10 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Avon and City of Gary.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Avon and City of Gary.

  1. 1

    Start on Rockville Road

    947 ft · 45 sec · Rockville Road

  2. 2

    Turn uturn onto Rockville Road

    993 ft · 26 sec · Rockville Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Avon Avenue

    3 mi · 6 min · Avon Avenue

  4. 4

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Avon Avenue

    32 m · 3 sec · Avon Avenue

  5. 5

    Exit the roundabout onto Avon Avenue

    1.6 km · 2 min · Avon Avenue

  6. 6

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Green Street

    35 m · 6 sec · South Green Street

  7. 7

    Exit the roundabout onto South Green Street

    3.1 mi · 7 min · South Green Street

  8. 8

    Continue on State Road 267

    8.2 mi · 14 min · State Road 267

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight left

    2239 ft · 55 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    7.8 mi · 8 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West

    1281 ft · 16 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left

    786 ft · 10 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    120.1 mi · 2 hr 12 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto East 5th Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · East 5th Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on East 4th Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · East 4th Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Madison Street

    2662 ft · 1 min · Madison Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto West 8th Avenue

    875 ft · 29 sec · West 8th Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left

    104 m · 25 sec

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Avon and City of Gary.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 52 West
120 mi · 78%
State Road 267
16.4 mi · 11%
Avon Avenue
4.06 mi · 3%
South Green Street
3.14 mi · 2%
East 5th Avenue
0.96 mi · 1%
East 4th Avenue
0.93 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US 52 West

Merge slight left

120 mi · 02h 12m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 34m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.5 mi
136 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Round Grove
01h 17m from Avon
Leave By
1:20 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Avon and Slight Chance Rain Showers near City of Gary.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Avon to City of Gary?

The road trip is about 153.5 miles (247 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?

Round Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.6 miles from Avon and 79.9 miles from City of Gary.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 136 miles (218.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 1:20 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.44 one way or $40.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.2 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Avon and City of Gary, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Avon and Slight Chance Rain Showers near City of Gary.

Stop Ideas Near Round Grove

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Round Grove, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Round Grove.

RAIL

Lafayette station

22 mi away
200 North 2nd St.
RAIL

Rensselaer

41 mi away
619 North Cullen Street
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

58 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Crawfordsville

62 mi away
Spring and Green Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Avon and City of Gary. Straight-line distance: 135.97 mi (218.83 km).

Avon

#1 Avon

Town in Indiana

Population19,361
Coordinates39.7628200, -86.3997200
Altitude254
CountryUnited States
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#2 City of Gary

The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.

Population80,294
Coordinates41.5956000, -87.3452100
Altitude185
CountryUnited States
Start: US 36 (-86.399721, 39.762851)
End: (-87.34521, 41.5956)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 247 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 54m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.42 gal
20.5 L · about $20.44
Round trip
$40.88
10.84 gal · 41 L
Estimated CO2
48.2 kg one way
Round trip: 96.3 kg / 212 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $20.44 $40.88
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.05 $46.10
Premium $4.65 $25.22 $50.45
Diesel $5.30 $28.75 $57.50

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · Jun 02, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Avon, IN and City of Gary, IN. The current time in Avon is 20:23:38, although it is 19:23:38 in City of Gary.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.