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Trip from Centerville, IN to City of Gary, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 12m

Distance

298.2 mi

480 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 59m ★
6 AM
5h 13m
8 AM
5h 40m
10 AM
5h 22m
12 PM
5h 20m
3 PM
5h 24m
5 PM
5h 38m
8 PM
5h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Centerville, IN, IN

Centerville, IN

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Downtown City of Gary, IN, IN

City of Gary, IN

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Trip Overview

This 298.2-mile drive from Centerville, IN to the City of Gary, IN is a solid day trip, taking approximately 5 hours and 12 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with a 0% highway share, making it a more turn-heavy experience. Budget around $45 for fuel for this journey. Given the duration and the nature of the roads, it's entirely manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. This route stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout your travels.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

149.1 miles from Centerville, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West County Road 800 North — —
Newton Street — —
West Broadway Street — —
South John F Kennedy Avenue — —
I 465 West — —
I 65 North — —
US 52 West — —
East 5th Avenue — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: West County Road 800 North — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, IN and City of Gary, IN.

1

Start on North County Road 50 West

0.6 mi · 2 min · North County Road 50 West
2

Turn right onto West County Road 800 North

2.2 mi · 7 min · West County Road 800 North
3

Turn left

29 mi · 35 min
4

Turn left onto Newton Street

20 mi · 23 min · Newton Street
5

Continue on West Broadway Street

0.2 mi · 19 sec · West Broadway Street
6

Turn left onto South John F Kennedy Avenue

17 mi · 22 min · South John F Kennedy Avenue
7

Take the exit right

0.3 mi · 35 sec
8

Merge slight left

74 mi · 1 hr 22 min
9

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

1.4 mi · 3 min · I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
10

Merge slight left

9.2 mi · 10 min
11

Keep slight left

3.9 mi · 4 min
12

Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Chicago

1.1 mi · 2 min · I 65 North: Chicago
13

Merge slight right

18 mi · 19 min
14

Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West

0.2 mi · 16 sec · US 52 West
15

Keep slight left

0.1 mi · 10 sec
16

Merge slight left

120 mi · 2 hr 11 min
17

Turn left onto East 5th Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · East 5th Avenue
18

Continue on East 4th Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · East 4th Avenue
19

Turn left onto Madison Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Madison Street
20

Turn right onto West 8th Avenue

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West 8th Avenue
21

Turn left

341 ft · 25 sec
22

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this 5-hour, 12-minute drive is best tackled in one day, consider an early morning departure from Centerville to maximize daylight hours. With a fuel cost estimate of $45, it’s wise to fill up before you leave or at one of your planned stops. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and grab a bite, perhaps midway through your 298.2-mile journey. Keep an eye on your GPS, as the frequent turns on local roads can be easy to miss if you're not paying close attention.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 149.1 miles from Centerville, IN, or about 2h 36m into the drive.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 66 miles or 1h 9m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 149.1 miles or 2h 36m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Gary, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Centerville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Centerville, IN

This is one driving day of about 298.2 miles and 5h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Centerville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

human settlement in Owen County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alaska, IN

149 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Bloomington, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Alaska, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 149.1 miles from Centerville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Somali restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.1

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+13172411307

TC's Restaurant & Tavern

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Battle Ground, Indiana

2.1 mi

Somali restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+13172411307

TC's Restaurant & Tavern

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 213

Battle Ground, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17655672838

Visit website

L.A. Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 170.4

Whitestown, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13177697503

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 149.1

Avon, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+13172724379

Visit website

The Country Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 213

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 5:30 am–2 pm

+17654797966

Visit website

Village Inn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.5

Bloomington, IN

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18128762121

Visit website

China Star Buffet

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.5

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18128765778

Visit website

Hardee's

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour Inexpensiv mile 149.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13172919270

Visit website

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 149.1

Speedway, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+13179815358

Visit website

Wanderlust Coffee Roasters

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 213

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+17657753377

Visit website

Cafe Literato

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 213

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17655883701

Visit website

North End Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 213

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+17654771873

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$46.62 one way

$93.24 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 104 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $51.19 $102.37
premium $4.89 $57.39 $114.77
diesel $5.61 $65.84 $131.68

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 104.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 89.5 1 $31.31 $14.31
Efficient EV 74.6 0 $26.09 $11.93
EV Truck/SUV 119.3 1 $41.75 $19.08

Gas CO2

104 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Centerville, IN

Evening in Centerville on Saturday

Local time

8:15 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Gary, IN

Evening in City of Gary on Saturday

Local time

8:15 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Alaska, IN

149 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

9 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 12m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway mileage to speak of. You'll be covering 298.2 miles primarily on roads like West County Road 800 North and Newton Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the profile suggests frequent turns and changes in road type rather than long, open stretches. This means you'll be actively navigating for most of the 5-hour-plus journey, keeping your attention on the road and the local environment.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: West County Road 800 North.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 5h 12m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Centerville, IN to City of Gary, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 12m. Total distance: 298.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Centerville, IN to City of Gary, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at City of Gary, IN before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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