Origin
Frankton, IN
Afternoon in Frankton on Thursday
Local time
3:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frankton, IN to Gary, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
157 mi
253 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
★
6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frankton, IN
Egor Komarov
Gary, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Frankton, IN to Gary, IN covers 157 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Center Road, West Plum Street, Highland Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.55 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
78.5 miles from Frankton, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 157 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 53m drive with frequent turns across 157 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Center Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Frankton, IN to Gary, IN is easy. At 2h 53m 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 Frankton, IN to Gary, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Center Road | — | — |
| West Plum Street | — | — |
| Highland Avenue | — | — |
| 800 North | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| East 150 South | — | — |
| State Road 28 | — | — |
| East Jefferson Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Center Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frankton, IN and Gary, IN.
1
Start on East Sigler Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Sigler Street
2
Turn left onto Center Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Center Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Plum Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Plum Street
4
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Highland Avenue
5
Turn right onto 800 North
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
800 North
6
Turn right
2.4 mi
·
2 min
7
Turn left
2.0 mi
·
3 min
8
Turn left onto Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on East 150 South
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East 150 South
10
Continue on State Road 28
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Road 28
11
Continue on East 150 South
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
East 150 South
12
Continue on East Jefferson Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Jefferson Street
13
Continue on West Old State Road 28
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Old State Road 28
14
Continue on West 200 South
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
West 200 South
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West 200 South
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
West 200 South
16
Exit the roundabout onto West 200 South
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West 200 South
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West 200 South
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
West 200 South
18
Exit the roundabout onto West 200 South
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
West 200 South
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West 200 South
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
West 200 South
20
Exit the roundabout onto West 200 South
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
West 200 South
21
Continue on County Road 100 South
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 100 South
22
At the end of the road, turn right
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
23
Turn left onto East County Road 50 South
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East County Road 50 South
24
Continue on East Wabash Street
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
East Wabash Street
25
Turn slight right
217 ft
·
5 sec
26
Turn slight right onto South Hoke Avenue
180 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Hoke Avenue
27
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
28
Turn straight onto Walnut Avenue
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Walnut Avenue
29
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
30
Merge slight left
101 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
31
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
32
Merge slight left onto Borman Expressway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Borman Expressway
33
Take the exit slight right toward Grant Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Grant Street
34
Keep slight right
338 ft
·
9 sec
35
Turn straight onto Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard
36
Turn right onto West 15th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
West 15th Avenue
37
Turn left onto Harrison Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Boulevard
38
Turn right onto 10th Place
253 ft
·
11 sec
·
10th Place
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.5 miles from Frankton, IN, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
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 35 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.5 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gary, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Frankton, 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 Frankton, IN
This is one driving day of about 157 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Frankton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.5 mi from Frankton, IN · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.5 miles from Frankton, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gary, IN
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.55 one way
$49.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.95 | $53.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.21 | $60.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.66 | $69.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.1 | 0 | $16.49 | $7.54 |
| Efficient EV | 39.3 | 0 | $13.74 | $6.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.8 | 0 | $21.98 | $10.05 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
Gary, IN
Afternoon in Gary on Thursday
Local time
2:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Lafayette, IN
79 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
11 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
2h 53m 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 Frankton, IN to Gary, IN covers 157 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Center Road, West Plum Street, Highland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.5 miles from Frankton, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.55 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Frankton, IN to Gary, IN is easy. At 2h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Frankton, IN to Gary, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Frankton, IN to Gary, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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