Origin
City of Gary, IN
Night in City of Gary on Saturday
Local time
11:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
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Live forecast
Trip from City of Gary, IN to Osgood, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 18m
Distance
223.7 mi
360 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 6m
★
6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 45m
10 AM
4h 28m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 11m
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
Osgood, IN
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Trip Overview
This 223.7-mile journey from Gary, Indiana, to Osgood, Indiana, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 18 minutes of pure driving time. You'll navigate primarily along Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and US 421, with a 31% share of highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $35, making it an economical option. Given the manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The drive offers a mixed experience, transitioning between different road types as you traverse the Midwest.
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
111.9 miles from City of Gary, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway | 132.6 mi | 2h 25m |
| US 421 | 41.4 mi | 46m |
| South Michigan Avenue | 18.3 mi | 27m |
| I 465 | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| I 69 | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| I 865 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| West 5th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
— 132.6 mi, about 2h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Gary, IN and Osgood, IN.
1
Start on this road
342 ft
·
27 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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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
133 mi
·
2 hr 25 min
·
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 865
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 865
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 465
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 69; I 465
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 69; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 421
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 421
Exit 49
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421
39 mi
·
42 min
·
US 421
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 421
Exit 132
Toward US 421: Greensburg
12
Turn right onto US 421
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 421
13
Continue on US 421
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 421
14
Turn right onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Ireland Street
15
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Main Street
16
Turn slight right onto US 421
18 mi
·
27 min
·
South Michigan Avenue
17
Turn right onto West Ripley Street
61 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Ripley Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Ripley Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 18-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Gary to maximize your daylight hours and minimize potential traffic. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance of 223.7 miles, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. The estimated fuel cost of $35 is helpful for budgeting, but be sure to check your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 132.6 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway. Keep an eye on road conditions, as mixed driving can sometimes mean unexpected delays in smaller towns.
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 111.9 miles from City of Gary, IN, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.6 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 49 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.9 miles or 2h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Osgood, 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.
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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 City of Gary, IN
This is one driving day of about 223.7 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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 132.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 111.9 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 132.6 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 163.3 — 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
6
135.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
|
I 865
Keep slight right at fork onto I 865
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
140.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
|
I 465
Merge onto I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
163.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
|
US 421
Take the exit onto US 421 toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
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 49
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Sou...
8
163.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
|
US 421
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421 toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.97 one way
$69.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $38.40 | $76.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $43.05 | $86.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.39 | $98.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.1 | 0 | $23.49 | $10.74 |
| Efficient EV | 55.9 | 0 | $19.57 | $8.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.5 | 1 | $31.32 | $14.32 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Osgood, IN
Late night in Osgood on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 18m 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.
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
$20
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 mixed drive on this route, balancing highway speeds with more local road segments. With 31% of the drive on highways, you'll experience some faster travel, but also periods of slower speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 132.6 miles along Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, providing a significant period of consistent travel. As you progress, the road character will likely shift, moving from more urban or suburban approaches near Gary to potentially more rural or town-focused sections as you head toward Osgood.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 132.6 mi on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 8th Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 223.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 135.1 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.2 miles (I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 223.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 132.6 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Osgood, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 135.1 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.2 miles (I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Osgood, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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