How far is Lafayette, IN from Gary, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Gary is 84.93 miles (136.68 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, IN to Gary, IN is 84.93 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Lafayette to Gary with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Indiana to Gary, Indiana is: 92.57 miles (148.98 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Gary will take approximately 01 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. It is located on the Wabash River in north-central Indiana. Lafayette is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Purdue University campus and the Lafayette Public Library.
| Population | 71484 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°25'0"N 86°52'31"W |
| Latitude | 40.4167000 |
| Longitude | -86.8752900 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| 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 Lafayette and Gary
The distance between Lafayette and Gary is 149 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 39 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 Lafayette, IN and Gary, IN. The current time in Lafayette is 06:09:45, although it is 05:09:45 in Gary.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 05 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.37 liters (3.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Gary.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Gary is $11.06 (diesel $14.26).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $11.06 | $12.66 | $14.14 | $14.26 |
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 Lafayette and Gary (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to Lafayette 168.24 miles (271 km)
Driving distance from Alaska, IN to Lafayette 77.88 miles (125 km)
Driving distance from Nebraska, IN to Lafayette 143.76 miles (231 km)
