How far is Clinton, IN from Gary, IN?
The driving distance from Clinton, IN to Gary, IN is about 150.6 miles (242.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.8 miles (215.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Benton County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and Gary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Gary.
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Start on South Main Street
2.8 mi · 6 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
48 mi · 1 hr 1 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
37.8 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left onto Borman Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Borman Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Grant Street
1831 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right
103 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
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Turn right onto West 15th Avenue
2432 ft · 56 sec · West 15th Avenue
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Turn left onto Harrison Boulevard
2011 ft · 1 min · Harrison Boulevard
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Turn right onto 10th Place
77 m · 11 sec · 10th Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Gary.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn right
48 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Clinton and Mostly Sunny near Gary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Gary?
The road trip is about 150.6 miles (242.4 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Earl Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.7 miles from Clinton and 74.9 miles from Gary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.8 miles (215.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:20 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.58 one way or $39.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Clinton and Gary, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clinton and Mostly Sunny near Gary.
Stop Ideas Near Earl Park
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 Earl Park.
Rensselaer
Gilman
Lafayette station
Kankakee
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Gary. Straight-line distance: 133.82 mi (215.36 km).
#1 Clinton
Clinton is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.6569800, -87.3980700 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gary
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 74,693 |
| Coordinates | 41.5933700, -87.3464300 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.346439, 41.59327)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $3.68 | $19.58 | $39.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $22.82 | $45.65 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $25.63 | $51.26 |
| Diesel | $6.68 | $35.54 | $71.09 |
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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