Akron to Gary: Road Trip Guide & Distance

304.3 miles 489.7 km · straight line
380.3 miles estimated 612.1 km · driving distance
7h 39min estimated drive time
$37 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
279° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Gary?

The distance from Akron to Gary is 304.3 miles (489.7 km) as the crow flies. Gary is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380.3 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Gary in Indiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Gary. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Gary

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 39min $37 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 11min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 16min $46–$133* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Gary

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Gary
41.59°N, 87.35°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 101 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 81.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients