How far is Huntertown, IN from City of Gary, IN?
The driving distance from Huntertown, IN to City of Gary, IN is about 135.1 miles (217.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.4 miles (185.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 34m.
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.
City in Marshall County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Huntertown and City of Gary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntertown and City of Gary.
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Start on the route
26 m ยท 12 sec
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Turn left onto Lima Road
2.5 mi ยท 4 min ยท Lima Road
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Turn left onto Old State Road 3
1.3 mi ยท 2 min ยท Old State Road 3
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Turn left onto East 500 South
1.5 mi ยท 4 min ยท East 500 South
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Turn slight left
6.4 mi ยท 10 min
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Continue on West Whitley Street
1109 ft ยท 19 sec ยท West Whitley Street
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Continue on Johnson Road
8.5 mi ยท 13 min ยท Johnson Road
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Turn right
86.1 mi ยท 1 hr 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Chesterton
9.2 mi ยท 13 min
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Turn left onto I 80, I 90: Toll Road
120 m ยท 10 sec
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Continue straight
757 ft ยท 18 sec
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Continue on I 80, I 90: Toll Road
125 m ยท 10 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
1246 ft ยท 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
15.6 mi ยท 18 min ยท Indiana Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 53: Broadway
2139 ft ยท 56 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway
549 ft ยท 30 sec ยท Broadway
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Turn right onto West 4th Avenue
1347 ft ยท 30 sec ยท West 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Street
2662 ft ยท 1 min ยท Madison Street
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Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
875 ft ยท 31 sec ยท West 8th Avenue
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Turn left
104 m ยท 25 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 Huntertown and City of Gary.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
86.1 mi ยท 01h 53m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Huntertown and Mostly Cloudy near City of Gary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huntertown to City of Gary?
The road trip is about 135.1 miles (217.5 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Plymouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.5 miles from Huntertown and 68.6 miles from City of Gary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.4 miles (185.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Huntertown and City of Gary, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Huntertown and Mostly Cloudy near City of Gary.
Stop Ideas Near Plymouth
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 Plymouth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Huntertown and City of Gary. Straight-line distance: 115.41 mi (185.73 km).
#1 Huntertown
Town in Allen County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 6,874 |
| Coordinates | 41.2283800, -85.1724700 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Gary
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 80,294 |
| Coordinates | 41.5956000, -87.3452100 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.34521, 41.5956)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $4.02 | $19.16 | $38.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.57 | $21.80 | $43.61 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $24.34 | $48.68 |
| Diesel | $6.82 | $32.52 | $65.03 |
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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