Origin
City of Gary, IN
Morning in City of Gary on Sunday
Local time
8:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Gary, IN to Fayette, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
134.6 mi
217 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 52m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Gary, IN
Артем Дворецкий
Fayette, IN
Kwami Heude Izawaki
Trip Overview
This 134.6-mile drive from the City of Gary, Indiana, to Fayette, Indiana, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 2 hours and 32 minutes. With a fuel cost around $21, it's an economical journey through the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, State Road 267, and West 5th Avenue, suggesting a more local, turn-heavy driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Since the longest stretch is 128.4 miles, you can anticipate a consistent pace for much of the trip. This drive is well-suited for a single day, allowing ample time for the journey without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.3 miles from City of Gary, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway | 128.4 mi | 2h 20m |
| State Road 267 | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| West 5th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Madison Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 8th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 750 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
— 128.4 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Gary, IN and Fayette, IN.
1
Start on this road
342 ft
·
27 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West 8th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Madison Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Street
4
Turn right onto US 12; US 20
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West 5th Avenue
5
Turn right onto I 65
128 mi
·
2 hr 20 min
·
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 133
Toward SR 267 South: Brownsburg, Albert Street, White Drive
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward Brownsburg
8
Turn straight onto State Road 267
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Road 267
9
Turn left onto 750 South
146 ft
·
4 sec
·
750 South
10
Arrive at destination
750 South
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 32-minute drive, leaving in the morning offers the most flexibility. You'll cover 134.6 miles, with the longest stretch being 128.4 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, so plan for one primary stop if needed, perhaps midway. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $21. Given the local road nature of this trip, be prepared for varying speed limits and potential turns. A concrete tip: familiarize yourself with the specific turns on State Road 267 and West 5th Avenue before you depart to ensure a smoother transition between roads.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.3 miles from City of Gary, IN, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.4 miles.
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 30 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.3 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayette, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Gary, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 City of Gary, IN
This is one driving day of about 134.6 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from City of Gary, 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.
The longest stretch is on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for about 128.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.3 miles from City of Gary, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 128.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 131.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 8th Avenue
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Madison Street
Turn left onto Madison Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 12; US 20 / West 5th Avenue
Turn right onto US 12; US 20 / West 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
130.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
Take the exit toward SR 267 South: Brownsburg, Albert Street, White Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 133
Toward SR 267 South: Brownsburg, Albert Street,...
6
131.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Brownsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Brownsburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.04 one way
$42.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.10 | $46.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.90 | $51.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.72 | $59.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.13 | $6.46 |
| Efficient EV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.78 | $5.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.84 | $8.61 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Fayette, IN
Morning in Fayette on Sunday
Local time
9:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Shelby, IN
67 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
7 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
2h 32m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Indiana Dunes National Park
National Park
Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
$20
near mile 4.6
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park Closure: Mount Baldy Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway mileage contributing to the total distance. Your journey will largely unfold on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 128.4 miles. This suggests a steady pace for a significant portion of your travel. As you progress, the roads will likely transition between these main arteries, offering a varied but connected local driving experience. The absence of highway driving means you'll be more immersed in the local landscape and pace.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 128.4 mi on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 8th Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from City of Gary, IN to Fayette, IN is easy. At 2h 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 12; US 20 / West 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 134.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 128.4 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 12; US 20 / West 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fayette, IN before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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