How far is City of Gary, IN from Darmstadt, IN?
The driving distance from City of Gary, IN to Darmstadt, IN is about 267.3 miles (430.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 241.9 miles (389.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Indiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Gary and Darmstadt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Gary and Darmstadt.
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Start on the route
104 m · 27 sec
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Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
875 ft · 33 sec · West 8th Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Street
1992 ft · 1 min · Madison Street
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Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · West 5th Avenue
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Turn right onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
41.1 mi · 46 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 14: Winamac
2432 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto State Road 14
9.2 mi · 13 min · State Road 14
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Turn left
25.5 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight left
21.6 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
63.4 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue straight
57.7 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
43.5 mi · 52 min
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Turn right onto East Boonville New Harmony Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Boonville New Harmony Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Boonville New Harmony Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Gary and Darmstadt.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Road 14
Continue straight
63.4 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving City of Gary and Mostly Sunny near Darmstadt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Gary to Darmstadt?
The road trip is about 267.3 miles (430.2 km) and usually takes 05h 39m 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?
Newport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 133.8 miles from City of Gary and 133.5 miles from Darmstadt.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 241.9 miles (389.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.37 one way or $74.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around City of Gary and Mostly Sunny near Darmstadt.
Stop Ideas Near Newport
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 Newport.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Gary and Darmstadt. Straight-line distance: 241.89 mi (389.29 km).
#1 City of Gary
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 80,294 |
| Coordinates | 41.5956000, -87.3452100 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Darmstadt
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,442 |
| Coordinates | 38.0992100, -87.5789100 |
| Altitude | 146 |
| Country | United States |
End: Darmstadt (-87.57891, 38.09921)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 430 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 20m |
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 | $3.96 | $37.37 | $74.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.55 | $42.93 | $85.87 |
| Premium | $5.09 | $47.96 | $95.92 |
| Diesel | $6.92 | $65.27 | $130.55 |
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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