How far is East Chicago, IN from Hammond, IN?
The driving distance from East Chicago, IN to Hammond, IN is about 6.2 miles (10 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Chicago and Hammond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Chicago and Hammond.
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Start on East Columbus Drive
23 m · 5 sec · East Columbus Drive
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Turn right onto Euclid Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · Euclid Avenue
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Turn right onto East Chicago Avenue
1510 ft · 37 sec · East Chicago Avenue
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Turn left onto Huish Drive
3017 ft · 1 min · Huish Drive
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Continue on Kennedy Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Kennedy Avenue
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Turn right onto 165th Street
2 mi · 4 min · 165th Street
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Turn left onto Columbia Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Columbia Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Columbia Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Chicago and Hammond.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
165th Street
Turn right onto 165th Street
2 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving East Chicago and Rain Showers near Hammond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Chicago to Hammond?
The road trip is about 6.2 miles (10 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gibson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.1 miles from East Chicago and 3.1 miles from Hammond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.83 one way or $1.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around East Chicago and Rain Showers near Hammond.
Stop Ideas Near Gibson
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Chicago and Hammond. Straight-line distance: 4.51 mi (7.26 km).
#1 East Chicago
City in Lake County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 27,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.6392000, -87.4547600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| 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: Columbia Avenue (-87.500185, 41.58337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.83 | $1.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.94 | $1.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.02 | $2.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.17 | $2.33 |
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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