Origin
Gary, IN
Late night in Gary on Friday
Local time
12:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
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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Plymouth, IN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Gary to Plymouth covers 66.1 miles through the heart of the Indiana Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 28 minutes behind the wheel for this journey, which is easily manageable as a quick day trip. Since the route avoids highways entirely, you will be navigating local roads like Harrison Boulevard, Harrison Street, and West 5th Avenue. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should be sufficient for the trip in a standard vehicle. This direct, no-stop drive is ideal if you prefer a straightforward, local experience over the faster pace of interstate travel.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m 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
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate grind, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through varied local thoroughfares, requiring your full attention to manage frequent intersections and turns. Because the path relies exclusively on local roads, there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch to settle into. The character of the drive is consistent, favoring steady, lower-speed navigation across the Indiana landscape. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
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.
Harrison Boulevard 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 Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Boulevard | — | — |
| Harrison Street | — | — |
| West 5th Avenue | — | — |
| Broadway | — | — |
| I 90 East | — | — |
| Indiana Toll Road | — | — |
| SR 49 | — | — |
| US 30 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Harrison Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gary, IN and Plymouth, IN.
1
Start on 10th Place
253 ft
·
16 sec
·
10th Place
2
Turn right onto Harrison Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Harrison Boulevard
3
Continue on Harrison Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Street
4
Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 5th Avenue
5
Turn left onto Broadway
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Broadway
6
Take the ramp right toward I 90 East
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 90 East
7
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Indiana Toll Road
8
Take the exit slight right toward SR 49: Chesterton, Valparaiso
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 49: Chesterton, Valparaiso
9
Turn right
9.0 mi
·
12 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East: Plymouth
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 30 East: Plymouth
11
Merge slight left onto East Morthland Drive
35 mi
·
44 min
·
East Morthland Drive
12
Turn right onto Queen Road
351 ft
·
7 sec
·
Queen Road
13
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
14
Continue on Lincoln Highway
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
15
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.33 one way
$20.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.35 | $22.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.72 | $25.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.59 | $29.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
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
Late night in Plymouth on Friday
Local time
1:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Valparaiso, IN
33 mi in
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
12 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
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 Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN covers 66.1 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 Harrison Boulevard, Harrison Street, West 5th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 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 $10.33 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.
The drive from Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gary, IN to Plymouth, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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