Gary to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

445.3 miles 716.7 km · straight line
483.6 miles actual route 778.2 km · driving distance
8h 58min estimated drive time
$47 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
270° W bearing direction

How far is Gary from Omaha?

The distance from Gary to Omaha is 445.3 miles (716.7 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located W of Gary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 483.6 miles, taking about 8h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Gary in Indiana and Omaha in Nebraska.

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 Gary and Omaha. 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 Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 58min $47 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 46min $39–$73* Budget
Train ~8h 31min $58–$169* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gary & Omaha

Quick Facts

Gary
41.59°N, 87.35°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 148 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM