How far is Plainfield, IN from Gary, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Plainfield and Gary is 139.65 miles (224.74 km).
Flight distance from Plainfield, IN to Gary, IN is 139.65 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Plainfield to Gary with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Plainfield, Indiana to Gary, Indiana is: 156.46 miles (251.81 km) by car.
Driving from Plainfield to Gary will take approximately 02 hours 35 minutes.
#1 Plainfield
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 36275 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°42'15"N 86°23'58"W |
| Latitude | 39.7042100 |
| Longitude | -86.3994400 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Gary: (-87.346439,41.59327)
Estimated Travel Time Between Plainfield and Gary
The distance between Plainfield and Gary is 252 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 47 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 Plainfield, IN and Gary, IN. The current time in Plainfield is 16:04:56, although it is 15:04:56 in Gary.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 12 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 54 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.9 liters (5.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Plainfield and Gary.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Plainfield to Gary is $18.69 (diesel $24.11).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $18.69 | $21.39 | $23.9 | $24.11 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Plainfield and Gary (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
