Origin
City of Gary, IN
Evening in City of Gary on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
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
Plymouth, IN
Ajdin Coric
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Gary to Plymouth, Indiana, expect a straightforward 65.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of approximately $10, keeping the trip quite affordable. Navigating through the Midwest, you will transition from the Gary area toward the more inland landscape of Plymouth. Because the trip is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to easily complete the drive in one go without the need for additional stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
32.9 miles from City of Gary, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will spend 14% of your time on highways like the Indiana Toll Road, much of your navigation relies on East Morthland Drive and SR 49. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 34.9-mile segment on East Morthland Drive, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, you should stay alert for frequent turns compared to a standard highway haul. The transition from major thoroughfares to regional roads gives this drive a distinct, hands-on feel behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Morthland Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 34.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 8th Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.8 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 0.1 miles (West 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (SR 53 / Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 8th Avenue
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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SR 53 / Broadway
Turn left onto SR 53 / Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I 90 East
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 90 / Indiana Toll Road
Merge onto I 90 / Indiana Toll Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
17 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward SR 49: Chesterton, Valparaiso
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31
Toward SR 49: Chesterton, Valparaiso
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from City of Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Valparaiso along the way.
Valparaiso
17 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Morthland Drive | 34.9 mi | 44m |
| Indiana Toll Road | 15.5 mi | 18m |
| SR 49 | 9 mi | 12m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Madison Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 5th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 8th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Morthland Drive
— 34.9 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Gary, IN and Plymouth, 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
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
5
Turn left onto SR 53
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Broadway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 90 East
7
Merge onto I 90
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Indiana Toll Road
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31
Toward SR 49: Chesterton, Valparaiso
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto SR 49
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
SR 49
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 30 East: Plymouth
11
Merge onto US 30; SR 2
35 mi
·
44 min
·
East Morthland Drive
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Queen Road
350 ft
·
6 sec
·
Queen Road
13
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
this road
14
Continue on Lincoln Highway
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
15
Arrive at destination
West Lincoln Highway
Trip Plan
Since this 65.8-mile drive is relatively short, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best fits your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to reach your destination, you can maintain a steady pace throughout the 1 hour and 28 minutes of travel. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, make sure your navigation system is updated before you head out to help you stay on track through the various junctions. Plan to set aside $10 for fuel to cover the trip comfortably. Take advantage of the route's simplicity by keeping your gear organized, as you will likely be spending the entire duration in the driver's seat without needing to break up the journey.
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 32.9 miles from City of Gary, IN, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.9 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 65.8 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.9 miles or 44m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plymouth, 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 65.8 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from City of Gary, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on East Morthland Drive for about 34.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.9 mi from City of Gary, IN · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 65.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from City of Gary, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Plymouth, IN
The final approach into Plymouth, 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 Plymouth, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.99 one way
$19.99 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.02 | $22.04 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.42 | $24.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.09
Indiana Toll Road
(15.5 mi)
$1.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Plymouth, IN
Evening in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
7:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
4 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 28m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from City of Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN covers 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Morthland Drive, Indiana Toll Road, SR 49. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.9 miles from City of Gary, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.99 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (SR 53 / Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from City of Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Valparaiso along the way.
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