Origin
Gary, IN
Morning in Gary on Saturday
Local time
10:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gary, IN to Galveston, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
119.9 mi
193 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gary, IN
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Galveston, IN
John Robertson
Trip Overview
Gary, IN to Galveston, IN is 119.9 miles and takes about 2h 40m via Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and US 24, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traveling between two points in Indiana. Expect a local, turn-heavy drive that's manageable for a single day. With just one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route offers a straightforward journey. It's a good option if you're looking for a direct connection without extended highway time.
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
60 miles from Gary, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 119.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (19%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 19% of the total mileage on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time navigating local roads, which means more turns and potentially slower speeds compared to interstate travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.4 miles on the Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway. Be prepared for a varied driving experience that shifts between quicker highway sections and more involved local road navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 56.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 Harrison Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 40m drive. You will face about 17 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 (Harrison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 11th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Madison Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Harrison Street
Turn right onto Harrison Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 11th Avenue
Turn left onto West 11th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Madison Street
Turn right onto Madison Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
61.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 24, US 231: Wolcott, Remington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 24, US 231: Wolcott, Remington
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gary, IN and Galveston, IN, road signs point toward Remington and Kokomo.
Remington
61.1 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Kokomo
100.8 mi in
|
~2h 12m
|
via US 24
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway | 56.4 mi | 1h 1m |
| US 24 | 22.8 mi | 36m |
| Logansport Bypass | 15.1 mi | 21m |
| East 100 North | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| East Washington Street | 9.4 mi | 14m |
| Martin Luther King Drive | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Hoosier Heartland Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West 15th Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gary, IN and Galveston, IN.
1
Start on 10th Place
55 ft
·
4 sec
·
10th Place
2
Turn right onto Harrison Street
480 ft
·
28 sec
·
Harrison Street
3
Turn left onto West 11th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
West 11th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Madison Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Madison Street
5
Turn left onto West 15th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 15th Avenue
6
Continue on Central Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Central Avenue
7
Turn right onto Martin Luther King Drive
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Martin Luther King Drive
8
Turn left onto US 6 Business
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Ridge Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
10
Merge onto I 65
56 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 24, US 231: Wolcott, Remington
12
Turn left onto US 24; US 231
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 24; US 231
13
Turn slight left onto US 24
15 mi
·
23 min
·
US 24
14
Turn left onto North Main Street
431 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Main Street
15
Turn right onto US 24; SR 39
9.4 mi
·
14 min
·
East Washington Street
16
Continue on US 24
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
East 100 North
17
Turn slight right onto US 24
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 24
Toward US 24 East, US 35 South: Fort Wayne, Kokomo
18
Turn left onto US 24; US 35; SR 25
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 24; US 35; SR 25
19
Take the ramp onto US 24; US 35
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 24; US 35
20
Merge onto US 24; US 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Hoosier Heartland Highway
21
Continue on US 24; US 35
15 mi
·
21 min
·
Logansport Bypass
22
Turn right onto SR 18
122 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Jackson Street
23
Arrive at destination
SR 18
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 40m duration, this is easily a same-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Aim to leave in the morning to make the most of daylight. With only one recommended stop on this 119.9-mile journey, you won't need to plan extensive breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading into stretches like the 56.4 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, as local road segments can sometimes be further apart from services. Planning your fuel stops strategically will be key to a smooth drive.
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 60 miles from Gary, IN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60 miles or 1h 10m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Galveston, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Gary, 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 Gary, IN
This is one driving day of about 119.9 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Gary, 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.
The longest stretch is on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for about 56.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60 mi from Gary, IN · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60 miles from Gary, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Galveston, IN
The final approach into Galveston, 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 Galveston, 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
$18.74 one way
$37.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.58 | $41.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.07 | $46.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.47 | $52.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36 | 0 | $12.59 | $5.76 |
| Efficient EV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48 | 0 | $16.79 | $7.67 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Galveston, IN
Morning in Galveston on Saturday
Local time
11:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Monticello, IN
60 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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 40m 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 Gary, IN to Galveston, IN covers 119.9 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, US 24, Logansport Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60 miles from Gary, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.74 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 40m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Harrison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 11th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Madison Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Gary, IN and Galveston, IN, road signs point toward Remington and Kokomo.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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