Origin
City of Gary, IN
Late night in City of Gary on Sunday
Local time
3:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Gary, IN to Flora, 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 12m
Distance
110.8 mi
178 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
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
Flora, IN
Beyzaa Yurtkuran
Trip Overview
Gary, IN to Flora, IN is 110.8 miles and takes about 2h 12m via Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a local driving experience with frequent turns, making it a bit more hands-on than a straight interstate journey. It's a manageable trip for a single day, perfect for when you want a straightforward drive without a major time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.4 miles from City of Gary, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway | 86.6 mi | 1h 35m |
| SR 25 | 13 mi | 16m |
| East Division Line Road | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| West 5th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| US 421 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Hoosier Heartland Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Madison Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 8th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
— 86.6 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Gary, IN and Flora, 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
87 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 175
Toward SR 25: Delphi, Lafayette
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto SR 25
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Hoosier Heartland Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto SR 25
9 ft
·
0 sec
·
SR 25
9
Continue on SR 25
13 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 25
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
11
Turn right onto US 421; SR 18; SR 39
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 421; SR 18; SR 39
12
Turn left onto SR 18
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
East Division Line Road
13
Turn left
54 ft
·
3 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 12m duration and 110.8-mile distance, this trip is easily completed in one day. Starting earlier in the day will give you ample flexibility to navigate the local roads and frequent turns without feeling rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you leave the more developed areas; the estimated $17 fuel cost is based on averages, so topping up before you leave Gary is a good idea. The longest stretch without a turn is 86.6 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, so plan your breaks accordingly around that.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.4 miles from City of Gary, IN, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 24 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.4 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flora, 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.
+
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 110.8 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from City of Gary, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for about 86.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.4 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 86.6 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 89 — 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
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West 8th Avenue
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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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
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Turn right onto I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
89 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward SR 25: Delphi, Lafayette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 175
Toward SR 25: Delphi, Lafayette
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.32 one way
$34.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.02 | $38.04 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.32 | $42.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.46 | $48.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.63 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% 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
Flora, IN
Late night in Flora on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Rensselaer, IN
55 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
8 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 12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for navigation that requires more attention than a typical highway cruise. While the highway share is only 13%, you'll encounter stretches like the 86.6-mile segment on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway that offer some uninterrupted driving. The road will likely shift character as you progress, moving from more significant roadways to smaller local connections as you approach your destination.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.6 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 Flora, IN is easy. At 2h 12m with 13% 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from City of Gary, IN to Flora, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Lafayette along the way.
Lafayette
89 mi in
|
~1h 40m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 110.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (13%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.6 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. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Flora, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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