Athens, Ohio to Gary: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Ohio from Gary?

The distance from Athens, Ohio to Gary is 317 miles (510.1 km) as the crow flies. Gary is located WNW of Athens, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380.3 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Ohio 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 Athens, Ohio 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.