Origin
Monon, IN
Morning in Monon on Tuesday
Local time
6:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monon, IN to Gary, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
71.5 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monon, IN
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Gary, IN
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Trip Overview
Monon, IN to Gary, IN is 71.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 31 minutes via I 65 and SR 114, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a straightforward, highway-focused journey that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. It's a relatively short drive, making it ideal for a quick trip or a leg of a larger adventure. Given the duration, it's easily manageable as a same-day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.8 miles from Monon, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 43.7 mi | 48m |
| SR 114 | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| North Market Street | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| West Clark Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Borman Expressway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Cullen Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West 15th Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 43.7 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monon, IN and Gary, IN.
1
Start on US 421
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
North Market Street
2
Turn left onto SR 114
13 mi
·
19 min
·
SR 114
3
Turn right onto SR 114
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cullen Street
4
Turn left onto SR 114
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
West Clark Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
6
Merge onto I 65
44 mi
·
48 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 259A
Toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Borman Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 9
Toward Grant Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
336 ft
·
9 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
12
Turn right onto West 15th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
West 15th Avenue
13
Turn left onto Harrison Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Boulevard
14
Turn right onto 10th Place
254 ft
·
11 sec
·
10th Place
15
Arrive at destination
10th Place
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 1.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility on when to depart. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your day at your destination in Gary. There are no designated stops noted, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway point or before transitioning off I 65. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as the longest stretch is 43.7 miles; ensuring you have enough before hitting that segment is wise. The estimated fuel cost of $11 suggests this is an economical trip to undertake.
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 35.8 miles from Monon, IN, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.7 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 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.8 miles or 48m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gary, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Monon, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Monon, IN
This is one driving day of about 71.5 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Monon, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 43.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.8 miles from Monon, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 69.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
SR 114
Turn left onto SR 114
Navigation decision point
5
22.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
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 259A
Toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
7
69.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward Grant Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward Grant Street
6
69.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.18 one way
$22.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.27 | $24.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.76 | $27.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.79 | $31.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.51 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Gary, IN
Late night in Gary on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
14 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
1h 31m 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 drive is heavily focused on highways, with 82% of the route utilizing them. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 43.7 miles on I 65, offering a consistent pace. The primary roads include I 65, SR 114, and North Market Street, indicating a transition from high-speed interstate to more local thoroughfares. The profile suggests a predominantly highway experience, meaning you'll likely encounter straightforward driving conditions for most of the journey.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.7 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 114. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near SR 114.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.5 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (SR 114): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 71.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.7 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Gary, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (SR 114): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gary, 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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