Origin
Schererville, IN
Morning in Schererville on Sunday
Local time
7:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schererville, 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
27m
Distance
14.8 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schererville, IN
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City of Gary, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit through Northwest Indiana, this 14.8-mile trip from Schererville to Gary is an efficient local connection. You can expect the journey to take approximately 27 minutes, making it an easy excursion that fits comfortably into a single day. Since the entire route stays off the interstate system, you will rely on local thoroughfares like West Lincoln Highway, Main Street, and Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should cover your needs for this short distance. Given the modest length and lack of required stops, this trip is best suited for those looking for a straightforward, no-fuss commute rather than an extended road trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Lincoln Highway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Taft Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| West 8th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Joliet Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 77th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 81st Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Lincoln Highway
— 3.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schererville, IN and City of Gary, IN.
1
Start on Anna Street
32 ft
·
6 sec
·
Anna Street
2
Turn left onto West 77th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 77th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Austin Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Austin Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 30
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Lincoln Highway
5
Continue on US 30
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Joliet Street
6
Continue on US 30
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lincoln Highway
7
Continue on US 30
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West 81st Avenue
8
Turn left onto SR 55
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Taft Street
9
Continue on SR 55
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on SR 55
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Cleveland Street
11
Turn right onto US 6 Business
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Ridge Road
12
Turn left onto Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
13
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 8th Avenue
14
Turn right
342 ft
·
25 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 77th Avenue
Turn left onto West 77th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Austin Avenue
Turn left onto Austin Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 30 / West Lincoln Highway
Turn right onto US 30 / West Lincoln Highway
Navigation decision point
4
10.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 6 Business / West Ridge Road
Turn right onto US 6 Business / West Ridge Road
Navigation decision point
4
14.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.31 one way
$4.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.54 | $5.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
City of Gary, IN
Morning in City of Gary on Sunday
Local time
7:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
27m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged with constant navigation rather than long, monotonous stretches of highway. With zero highway share, the road’s personality is defined by navigating town streets and urban connectors. You will find that the longest uninterrupted segment is just 3.4 miles along West Lincoln Highway, meaning you will frequently encounter intersections and changing traffic patterns. Because the route is entirely local, the pace remains steady and technical. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for a drive that demands your full attention as you transition between these specific local roads.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.4 mi on West Lincoln Highway.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 77th Avenue.
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 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 77th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Austin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 30 / West Lincoln Highway): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 14.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.4 miles on West Lincoln Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (West 77th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Austin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 30 / West Lincoln Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of 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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