How far is City of Gary, IN from Southport, IN?
The driving distance from City of Gary, IN to Southport, IN is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.9 miles (238 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 11m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 St.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Gary and Southport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Gary and Southport.
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Start on the route
104 m ยท 27 sec
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Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
875 ft ยท 33 sec ยท West 8th Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Street
1992 ft ยท 1 min ยท Madison Street
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Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
1.8 mi ยท 3 min ยท West 5th Avenue
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Turn right onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
132.6 mi ยท 2 hr 25 min ยท Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left
5.9 mi ยท 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 465 South
1210 ft ยท 30 sec
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Continue on I 465 South
1 km ยท 1 min
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Merge slight left
17 mi ยท 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 South: East Street
1612 ft ยท 41 sec
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Turn right onto South East Street
1060 ft ยท 18 sec ยท South East Street
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Turn slight left
751 ft ยท 33 sec
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Turn left onto East Thompson Road
1 km ยท 1 min ยท East Thompson Road
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Turn right onto Madison Avenue
2 mi ยท 4 min ยท Madison Avenue
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Turn right
30 m ยท 7 sec
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Turn right
25 m ยท 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m ยท 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Gary and Southport.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Turn right onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
133 mi ยท 02h 25m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving City of Gary and Sunny near Southport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Gary to Southport?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?
Brookston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.1 miles from City of Gary and 81 miles from Southport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.9 miles (238 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 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 10:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.20 one way or $42.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 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 Southport, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around City of Gary and Sunny near Southport.
Stop Ideas Near Brookston
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 Brookston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Gary and Southport. Straight-line distance: 147.87 mi (237.98 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 Southport
Town in Marion County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,760 |
| Coordinates | 39.6650500, -86.1277600 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southport (-86.12776, 39.66505)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $3.71 | $21.20 | $42.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.30 | $24.57 | $49.13 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $27.63 | $55.26 |
| Diesel | $6.70 | $38.30 | $76.59 |
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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