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

The driving distance from City of Gary, IN to Redkey, IN is about 189.8 miles (305.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 143.3 miles (230.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 03m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
189.85 mi
04h 01m
Flight
143.29 mi
230.6 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
143.29 mi
Kilometers
230.6 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
189.85 mi
Kilometers
305.54 km
Drive Time
04h 01m

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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 04h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Redkey
Wed, Sep 16, 5:26 AM EDT
Return by in City of Gary
Wed, Sep 16, 8:28 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave City of Gary
2026-09-16T00:24
Arrive Redkey
Wed, Sep 16, 4:26 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:02 AM to 1:02 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:56 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in City of Gary
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Dayton
IN

Town in Indiana, USA

From City of Gary
94.9 mi
02h 00m
To Redkey
95 mi
02h 00m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Sep 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE
Destination
86°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Sep 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    104 m · 27 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West 8th Avenue

    875 ft · 33 sec · West 8th Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Madison Street

    1992 ft · 1 min · Madison Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West 5th Avenue

    1.8 mi · 3 min · West 5th Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

    103.9 mi · 1 hr 54 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 28: Frankfort, Attica

    1348 ft · 29 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left

    7.4 mi · 11 min

  8. 8

    Turn straight onto West Walnut Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · West Walnut Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto South Hoke Avenue

    124 m · 13 sec · South Hoke Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn left onto East Wabash Street

    3.4 mi · 6 min · East Wabash Street

  11. 11

    Continue on East County Road 50 S

    2 mi · 3 min · East County Road 50 S

  12. 12

    Turn right

    2657 ft · 51 sec

  13. 13

    Turn left onto County Road 100 South

    7.8 mi · 12 min · County Road 100 South

  14. 14

    Continue on West 200 South

    6.1 mi · 9 min · West 200 South

  15. 15

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West 200 South

    30 m · 2 sec · West 200 South

  16. 16

    Exit the roundabout onto West 200 South

    770 ft · 14 sec · West 200 South

  17. 17

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West 200 South

    46 m · 2 sec · West 200 South

  18. 18

    Exit the roundabout onto West 200 South

    710 ft · 13 sec · West 200 South

  19. 19

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West 200 South

    33 m · 2 sec · West 200 South

  20. 20

    Exit the roundabout onto West 200 South

    3.4 mi · 5 min · West 200 South

  21. 21

    Continue on West Old State Road 28

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Old State Road 28

  22. 22

    Continue on West Jefferson Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · West Jefferson Street

  23. 23

    Continue on East 150 South

    4 mi · 6 min · East 150 South

  24. 24

    Continue on State Road 28

    3.2 mi · 5 min · State Road 28

  25. 25

    Continue on East 150 South

    1.5 mi · 2 min · East 150 South

  26. 26

    Continue on Main Street

    2.7 mi · 4 min · Main Street

  27. 27

    Continue on 1200 North

    6.1 mi · 9 min · 1200 North

  28. 28

    Continue on Cleveland Street

    7.3 mi · 11 min · Cleveland Street

  29. 29

    Continue on East 600 North

    10 mi · 15 min · East 600 North

  30. 30

    Continue on East County Road 600 North

    2.7 mi · 4 min · East County Road 600 North

  31. 31

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West State Street

    4.2 mi · 5 min · West State Street

  32. 32

    Turn straight onto West Walnut Street

    6.8 mi · 8 min · West Walnut Street

  33. 33

    Turn right onto North Meridian Street

    1947 ft · 39 sec · North Meridian Street

  34. 34

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Meridian Street

Car Route Details

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

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
34 steps
19 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
0 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
104 mi · 55%
East 600 North
9.97 mi · 5%
West 200 South
9.87 mi · 5%
West Walnut Street
8.02 mi · 4%
County Road 100 South
7.79 mi · 4%
Cleveland Street
7.3 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

Turn right onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

104 mi · 01h 54m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 01m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+46.5 mi
143.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Dayton
02h 00m from City of Gary
Leave By
8:56 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving City of Gary and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Redkey.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 189.8 miles (305.5 km) and usually takes 04h 01m 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?

Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.9 miles from City of Gary and 95 miles from Redkey.

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

The direct path is about 143.3 miles (230.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:56 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.03 one way or $48.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.5 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

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

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around City of Gary and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Redkey.

Stop Ideas Near Dayton

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Dayton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Town of Mulberry - Town Hall & Municipal Utilities
Scenic stop 7.3 mi away

Town of Mulberry - Town Hall & Municipal Utilities

Mulberry , IN
123 S Glick St, Mulberry, IN 46058, United States
Park,Municipal corporation,City or town hall,Public library,Water works
Lafayette City Hall
Meeting point 5.6 mi away

Lafayette City Hall

Lafayette , IN
20 N 6th St, Lafayette, IN 47901
Rating 5.0/5 3 reviews City Hall,City government office
Morton Community Center
Nearby stop 6.5 mi away

Morton Community Center

West Lafayette , IN
222 N Chauncey Ave, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Rating 4.1/5 7 reviews Community center,Dance school

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dayton.

RAIL

Lafayette station

12 mi away
200 North 2nd St.
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

35 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Crawfordsville

38 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
RAIL

Rensselaer

71 mi away
619 North Cullen Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between City of Gary and Redkey. Straight-line distance: 143.29 mi (230.6 km).

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#1 City of Gary

The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.

Population80,294
Coordinates41.5956000, -87.3452100
Altitude185
CountryUnited States
Redkey

#2 Redkey

City in Jay County, Indiana, United States of America

Population1,278
Coordinates40.3489300, -85.1499700
Altitude294
CountryUnited States
Start: City of Gary (-87.34521, 41.5956)
End: Redkey (-85.14997, 40.34893)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 306 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 22m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.7 gal
25.36 L · about $24.03
Round trip
$48.05
13.4 gal · 50.72 L
Estimated CO2
59.5 kg one way
Round trip: 119.1 kg / 263 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.59 $24.03 $48.05
Mid-grade $4.15 $27.80 $55.60
Premium $4.68 $31.37 $62.74
Diesel $6.19 $41.45 $82.91

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 · Sep 15, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between City of Gary, IN and Redkey, IN. The current time in City of Gary is 00:24:27, although it is 01:24:27 in Redkey.

Distance to Other Cities

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