How far is Clermont, IN from Hammond, IN?
The estimated driving distance from Clermont, IN to Hammond, IN is about 171.5 miles (276 km), with a travel time of about 03h 33m by car.
- This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Big Creek Township, White County, Indiana, USA
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clermont and Hammond.
Route Summary
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A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clermont and Mostly Sunny near Hammond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clermont to Hammond?
The road trip is about 171.5 miles (276 km) and usually takes 03h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chalmers is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.6 miles from Clermont and 102.9 miles from Hammond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:52 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.81 one way or $45.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Clermont and Hammond, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clermont and Mostly Sunny near Hammond.
Stop Ideas Near Chalmers
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chalmers.
Lafayette station
Rensselaer
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Crawfordsville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clermont and Hammond. Straight-line distance: 137.19 mi (220.79 km).
#1 Clermont
Town in Pike and Wayne townships of Marion County, Indiana
| Population | 1,466 |
| Coordinates | 39.8097700, -86.3224900 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hammond
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 75,342 |
| Coordinates | 41.5833700, -87.5000400 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hammond (-87.50004, 41.58337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 276 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $22.81 | $45.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.73 | $51.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.16 | $56.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.09 | $64.18 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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