Drive Time
3h 42m
Distance
182.6 mi
294 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
Photo: 將將 王
The drive from Alaska, IN to Gary, IN covers 182.6 miles and takes about 3h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Wilson Road, Awbrey Road, North Craver Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
91.3 miles from Alaska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 42m drive with frequent turns across 182.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Alaska, IN to Gary, IN is easy. At 3h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alaska, IN to Gary, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Wilson Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Awbrey Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Craver Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Belle Union Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Little Point Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Gary, IN.
Start on Lewisville Road
Turn left onto North Wilson Road
Turn left onto Awbrey Road
Continue on North Craver Road
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue on West Belle Union Road
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 465, I 74
Keep slight right to continue on I 465, I 74
Keep slight left to continue on I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
Merge slight left
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Chicago
Merge slight right
Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West
Keep slight left
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
Merge slight left onto Borman Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward Grant Street
Keep slight right
Turn straight onto Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
Turn right onto West 15th Avenue
Turn left onto Harrison Boulevard
Turn right onto 10th Place
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.3 miles or 1h 51m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gary, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Alaska, 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 Alaska, IN
This is one driving day of about 182.6 miles and 3h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.3 mi from Alaska, IN · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 91.3 miles from Alaska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Gary, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Gary, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$27.74 one way
$55.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.57 | $61.15 |
| premium | $4.80 | $34.47 | $68.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $40.57 | $81.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.17 | $8.76 |
| Efficient EV | 45.7 | 0 | $15.98 | $7.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73 | 0 | $25.56 | $11.69 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Alaska on Sunday
Local time
5:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Gary on Sunday
Local time
4:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
54°F
Champaign, IL
91 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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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