Gary to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.9 miles 167.2 km · straight line
118.2 miles actual route 190.2 km · driving distance
2h 32min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Gary from Milwaukee?

The distance from Gary to Milwaukee is 103.9 miles (167.2 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located NNW of Gary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118.2 miles, taking about 2h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Gary in Indiana and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gary and Milwaukee. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Gary to Milwaukee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 32min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 2min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 24min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gary & Milwaukee

Quick Facts

Gary
41.59°N, 87.35°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM