How far is Hammond, IN from Boonville, IN?

The estimated driving distance from Hammond, IN to Boonville, IN is about 288.5 miles (464.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 03m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 244.5 miles (393.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
288.49 mi
05h 03m · estimated
Flight
244.48 mi
393.45 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
244.48 mi
Kilometers
393.45 km
Flight Time
00h 29m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
288.49 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
464.28 km
Drive Time
05h 03m

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Boonville
Sat, Apr 11, 5:14 AM CDT
Return by in Hammond
Sat, Apr 11, 10:17 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hammond
2026-04-11T00:10
Arrive Boonville
Sat, Apr 11, 5:14 AM CDT
Route Timing
05h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:03 AM to 1:03 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
6:54 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hammond
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Highland
IN

Unincorporated town in Vermillion County, Indiana, United States

From Hammond
122.2 mi
02h 31m
To Boonville
166.2 mi
02h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E
Destination
76°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 mph ENE

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hammond and Boonville.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
05h 03m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+44 mi
244.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Highland
02h 31m from Hammond
Leave By
6:54 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Hammond and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Boonville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hammond to Boonville?

The road trip is about 288.5 miles (464.3 km) and usually takes 05h 03m 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?

Highland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122.2 miles from Hammond and 166.2 miles from Boonville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 244.5 miles (393.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 44 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:54 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.39 one way or $76.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hammond and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Boonville.

Stop Ideas Near Highland

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Highland, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Highland.

BUS

Danville, Illinois

42 mi away
379 Lynch Road
RAIL

Crawfordsville

51 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

52 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Illinois Terminal

80 mi away
45 East University Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hammond and Boonville. Straight-line distance: 244.48 mi (393.45 km).

Hammond

#1 Hammond

The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.

Population75,342
Coordinates41.5833700, -87.5000400
Altitude183
CountryUnited States
Boonville

#2 Boonville

County seat in Warrick County, Indiana, USA

Population6,409
Coordinates38.0492100, -87.2741700
Altitude129
CountryUnited States
Start: Hammond (-87.50004, 41.58337)
End: Boonville (-87.27417, 38.04921)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 464 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.18 gal
38.54 L · about $38.39
Round trip
$76.78
20.36 gal · 77.08 L
Estimated CO2
90.5 kg one way
Round trip: 180.9 kg / 399 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $38.39 $76.78
Mid-grade $4.25 $43.30 $86.59
Premium $4.65 $47.38 $94.76
Diesel $5.30 $53.99 $107.99

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Hammond and Boonville. The current time is 00:10:34.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.