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

The driving distance from Huntingburg, IN to City of Gary, IN is about 273.2 miles (439.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 42m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 228.7 miles (368.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
273.22 mi
04h 42m
Flight
228.71 mi
368.08 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
228.71 mi
Kilometers
368.08 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
273.22 mi
Kilometers
439.71 km
Drive Time
04h 42m

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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 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in City of Gary
Sun, Nov 8, 6:24 PM CST
Return by in Huntingburg
Mon, Nov 9, 12:07 AM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Huntingburg
2026-11-08T14:41
Arrive City of Gary
Sun, Nov 8, 7:24 PM EST
Route Timing
04h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:43 AM to 11:43 AM CST

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

Leave by
7:34 AM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Huntingburg
9:00 PM EST
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
Zionsville
IN

Town of Indiana

From Huntingburg
138.1 mi
02h 21m
To City of Gary
135.1 mi
02h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Sunday

Widespread Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sun, Nov 8 6:00 AM EST
Wind
1 to 8 mph SW
Destination
58°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Nov 8 6:00 AM CST
Wind
10 to 15 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    6 m · 3 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East 6th Street

    37 m · 6 sec · East 6th Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    7 mi · 8 min · North Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Newton Street

    20.4 mi · 24 min · Newton Street

  5. 5

    Continue on West Broadway Street

    919 ft · 19 sec · West Broadway Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto South John F Kennedy Avenue

    17 mi · 23 min · South John F Kennedy Avenue

  7. 7

    Take the exit right

    1430 ft · 35 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    74.5 mi · 1 hr 22 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight left toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria

    1.4 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    9.2 mi · 11 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    3.9 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Chicago

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Merge slight right

    17.9 mi · 20 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West

    1281 ft · 16 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left

    786 ft · 10 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left

    120.1 mi · 2 hr 12 min

  17. 17

    Turn left onto East 5th Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · East 5th Avenue

  18. 18

    Continue on East 4th Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · East 4th Avenue

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Madison Street

    2662 ft · 1 min · Madison Street

  20. 20

    Turn right onto West 8th Avenue

    875 ft · 31 sec · West 8th Avenue

  21. 21

    Turn left

    104 m · 25 sec

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
22 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
4 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 52 West
120 mi · 44%
South John F Kennedy Avenue
91.7 mi · 34%
Newton Street
20.4 mi · 7%
I 65 North
19 mi · 7%
I 465 West
14.6 mi · 5%
North Main Street
7.02 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

US 52 West

Merge slight left

120 mi · 02h 12m

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 42m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+44.5 mi
228.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Zionsville
02h 21m from Huntingburg
Leave By
7:34 AM EST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Huntingburg and Mostly Sunny near City of Gary.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 273.2 miles (439.7 km) and usually takes 04h 42m 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?

Zionsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 138.1 miles from Huntingburg and 135.1 miles from City of Gary.

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

The direct path is about 228.7 miles (368.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 AM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.11 one way or $70.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.7 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Huntingburg 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 Widespread Frost then Sunny around Huntingburg and Mostly Sunny near City of Gary.

Stop Ideas Near Zionsville

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 Zionsville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Avon Town Hall Park
Scenic stop 10.9 mi away

Avon Town Hall Park

Avon , IN
6570 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123, United States
Rating 4.7/5 886 reviews Tourist attraction,City park
Carmel City Hall
Meeting point 10.7 mi away

Carmel City Hall

Carmel , IN
Carmel City Hall (second floor One, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 3.1/5 18 reviews Government office,City courthouse
Carmel Gazebo
Nearby stop 10.7 mi away

Carmel Gazebo

Carmel , IN
3 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 4.5/5 47 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

23 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Crawfordsville

55 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

57 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Lafayette station

75 mi away
200 North 2nd St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Huntingburg and City of Gary. Straight-line distance: 228.71 mi (368.08 km).

Huntingburg

#1 Huntingburg

City in Dubois County, Indiana, United States of America

Population6,297
Coordinates38.2989400, -86.9550000
Altitude149
CountryUnited States
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#2 City of Gary

The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.

Population80,294
Coordinates41.5956000, -87.3452100
Altitude185
CountryUnited States
Start: East 6th Street (-86.954996, 38.298886)
End: (-87.34521, 41.5956)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 440 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 49m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.64 gal
36.5 L · about $35.11
Round trip
$70.22
19.28 gal · 73 L
Estimated CO2
85.7 kg one way
Round trip: 171.3 kg / 378 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.64 $35.11 $70.22
Mid-grade $4.25 $40.97 $81.94
Premium $4.79 $46.14 $92.27
Diesel $6.65 $64.13 $128.25

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 · Nov 08, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Huntingburg, IN and City of Gary, IN. The current time in Huntingburg is 14:41:16, although it is 13:41:16 in City of Gary.

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.