How far is Gary, IN from West Lafayette, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gary and West Lafayette is 83.84 miles (134.93 km).
Flight distance from Gary, IN to West Lafayette, IN is 83.84 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Gary to West Lafayette with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gary, Indiana to West Lafayette, Indiana is: 92.68 miles (149.15 km) by car.
Driving from Gary to West Lafayette will take approximately 01 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Gary
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana. It is located on the south shore of Lake Michigan in northwestern Indiana. Gary is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Gary Historical Society and the Gary Civic Center.
| Population | 74693 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°35'36"N 87°20'47"W |
| Latitude | 41.5933700 |
| Longitude | -87.3464300 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. It is located on the Wabash River in the southwestern part of the state. West Lafayette is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Purdue University campus and the Discovery Park Zoo.
| Population | 51605 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°25'33"N 86°54'29"W |
| Latitude | 40.4258700 |
| Longitude | -86.9080700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in West Lafayette: Northwestern Avenue (-86.908094,40.425857)
Estimated Travel Time Between Gary and West Lafayette
The distance between Gary and West Lafayette is 149 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 39 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Gary, IN and West Lafayette, IN. The current time in Gary is 00:01:39, although it is 01:01:39 in West Lafayette.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 05 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.38 liters (3.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gary and West Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gary to West Lafayette is $11.07 (diesel $14.28).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $11.07 | $12.67 | $14.15 | $14.28 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Indiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.385 (Diesel $4.366) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 27, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gary and West Lafayette (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to Gary 258.18 miles (416 km)
Driving distance from Alaska, IN to Gary 173.39 miles (279 km)
Driving distance from Nebraska, IN to Gary 233.67 miles (376 km)
