How far is Busseron, IN from City of Gary, IN?
The driving distance from Busseron, IN to City of Gary, IN is about 212.3 miles (341.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.8 miles (307 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Warren County, Indiana, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Busseron and City of Gary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Busseron and City of Gary.
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Start on County Road 50 West
49 m · 13 sec · County Road 50 West
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Turn left onto North Old 41
567 ft · 25 sec · North Old 41
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Turn right onto North Williams Road
3085 ft · 2 min · North Williams Road
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Turn left
46.8 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Turn straight onto Chicago
63.3 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue straight
47.3 mi · 1 hr
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Turn right onto State Road 14
9.5 mi · 13 min · State Road 14
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Take the ramp left
2584 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
41.1 mi · 46 min
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Turn left onto East 5th Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · East 5th Avenue
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Continue on East 4th Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · East 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Street
2662 ft · 1 min · Madison Street
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Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
875 ft · 31 sec · West 8th Avenue
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Turn left
104 m · 25 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Busseron and City of Gary.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Chicago
Turn straight onto Chicago
63.3 mi · 01h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Busseron and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near City of Gary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Busseron to City of Gary?
The road trip is about 212.3 miles (341.7 km) and usually takes 03h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Lebanon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106 miles from Busseron and 106.3 miles from City of Gary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 190.8 miles (307 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:32 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.24 one way or $56.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Busseron 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 Showers And Thunderstorms around Busseron and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near City of Gary.
Stop Ideas Near West Lebanon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Busseron and City of Gary. Straight-line distance: 190.77 mi (307.02 km).
#1 Busseron
Township in Knox County, Indiana
| Population | 1,400 |
| Coordinates | 38.8356000, -87.4491900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Gary
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 80,294 |
| Coordinates | 41.5956000, -87.3452100 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.34521, 41.5956)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 342 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $28.24 | $56.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.85 | $63.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $34.86 | $69.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $39.73 | $79.45 |
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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