How far is New Paris, IN from Gary, IN?
The driving distance from New Paris, IN to Gary, IN is about 95.8 miles (154.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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
Driving 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 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Unincorporated community in St.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Rain Showers
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Paris and Gary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Paris and Gary.
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Start on Division Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Division Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto West Kercher Road
1 mi · 2 min · West Kercher Road
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Continue on County Road 38
2 mi · 3 min · County Road 38
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Turn right onto County Road 17
12.6 mi · 19 min · County Road 17
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Continue on Michiana Parkway
3276 ft · 51 sec · Michiana Parkway
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Turn right onto Walorski Parkway
1209 ft · 20 sec · Walorski Parkway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
9 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2021 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1490 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
81.1 mi · 1 hr 28 min · Indiana Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 53: Broadway
2139 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway
549 ft · 30 sec · Broadway
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Turn right onto West 4th Avenue
1347 ft · 30 sec · West 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Madison Street
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Turn right onto 10th Place
1298 ft · 57 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 New Paris and Gary.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
81.1 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Scattered Rain Showers leaving New Paris and Mostly Cloudy near Gary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Paris to Gary?
The road trip is about 95.8 miles (154.2 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Olive is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.7 miles from New Paris and 44.1 miles from Gary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 2:56 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.56 one way or $25.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between New Paris and Gary, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers around New Paris and Mostly Cloudy near Gary.
Stop Ideas Near Olive
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 Olive.
South Bend station
Niles station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Paris and Gary. Straight-line distance: 78.78 mi (126.78 km).
#1 New Paris
New Paris is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.5003300, -85.8280500 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| 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: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $3.72 | $12.56 | $25.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $14.61 | $29.22 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $16.38 | $32.76 |
| Diesel | $6.71 | $22.69 | $45.37 |
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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