How far is Gary, IN from Indianapolis, IN?

Fastest route

The route from Gary, Indiana, USA to Indianapolis, Indiana, USA is approximately 152 miles and takes around 2 hours and 16 minutes via I-65 S. The destination is in a different time zone. The directions involve taking US-12 E/US-20 E, merging onto I-65 S, taking exit 113 toward Meridian St, and finally turning right onto N Meridian St.

Directions

1. Head east on US-12 E/US-20 E/E 5th Ave toward Massachusetts St.
2. Continue to follow US-12 E/US-20 E.
3. Merge onto I-65 S (signs for Interstate 65 S/Indianapolis).
4. Keep left to continue on I-65 S.
5. Take exit 113 toward Meridian St.
6. Take N Pennsylvania St to N Meridian St.
7. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto N Pennsylvania St, continue straight to stay on N Pennsylvania St, then turn right onto E Washington St. Finally, turn right onto N Meridian St.

Tips & Suggestions

• 🛣️ Follow the signs for Interstate 65 S/Indianapolis.
• ⏰ Consider the time zone change at your destination.
• 🚘 Take note of road closures or traffic conditions to plan your route accordingly.
• 📅 Check for real-time traffic updates or use a navigation app for the most efficient route.
• 🛣️ Stick to I-65 S for the fastest route from Gary to Indianapolis.
• 🗺️ Use landmarks like Meridian St and Pennsylvania St as reference points for navigation.
• 🚦 Observe traffic rules and road signs during the journey.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Gary and Indianapolis is 140.63 miles (226.32 km).

Flight distance from Gary, IN to Indianapolis, IN is 140.63 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Gary to Indianapolis with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Gary, Indiana to Indianapolis, Indiana is: 152.69 miles (245.74 km) by car.

Driving from Gary to Indianapolis will take approximately 02 hours 27 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 Indianapolis

The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area. It is located in central Indiana. Indianapolis is a major center for motorsports and is home to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Population	877903
GPS Coordinates	39°46'6"N 86°9'29"W
Latitude	39.7683800
Longitude	-86.1580400
Altitude	218
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Gary and Indianapolis

The distance between Gary and Indianapolis is 246 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 43 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 Indianapolis, IN. The current time in Gary is 04:00:15, although it is 05:00:15 in Indianapolis.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.4 liters (5.39 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gary and Indianapolis.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gary to Indianapolis is $18.24 (diesel $23.52).

Indiana gas prices.

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 December 18, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gary and Indianapolis (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.