How far is Hammond, IN from Lake Dalecarlia, IN?
The driving distance from Hammond, IN to Lake Dalecarlia, IN is about 23.1 miles (37.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in northwest Indiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hammond and Lake Dalecarlia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond and Lake Dalecarlia.
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Start on Columbia Avenue
830 ft · 30 sec · Columbia Avenue
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Turn left onto 173rd Street
1 km · 2 min · 173rd Street
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Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue
1667 ft · 46 sec · Southeastern Avenue
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Turn left onto 175th Street
821 ft · 32 sec · 175th Street
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Turn right onto Indianapolis Boulevard
1325 ft · 22 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
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Continue on Indianapolis Boulevard
5.9 mi · 13 min · Indianapolis Boulevard
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Continue on Wicker Avenue
10.8 mi · 18 min · Wicker Avenue
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Turn left onto West 157th Avenue
1 mi · 4 min · West 157th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Parrish Avenue
1339 ft · 42 sec · Parrish Avenue
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Turn left onto West 159th Avenue
2.1 mi · 8 min · West 159th Avenue
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Turn right onto Lake View Drive
1103 ft · 49 sec · Lake View Drive
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
1235 ft · 54 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1323 ft · 58 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on Beacon Ridge
846 ft · 39 sec · Beacon Ridge
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Lakeview Drive
1962 ft · 1 min · South Lakeview Drive
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Turn left onto Clark Street
843 ft · 42 sec · Clark Street
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Turn left onto Burr Oak Terrace
671 ft · 35 sec · Burr Oak Terrace
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Turn left onto East Drive
6 m · 1 sec · East Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hammond and Lake Dalecarlia.
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.
Wicker Avenue
Continue on Wicker Avenue
10.8 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hammond and Mostly Sunny near Lake Dalecarlia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hammond to Lake Dalecarlia?
The road trip is about 23.1 miles (37.2 km) and usually takes 00h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Schererville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Hammond and 11.6 miles from Lake Dalecarlia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.09 one way or $6.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hammond and Mostly Sunny near Lake Dalecarlia.
Stop Ideas Near Schererville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hammond and Lake Dalecarlia. Straight-line distance: 18.28 mi (29.42 km).
#1 Hammond
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 75,342 |
| Coordinates | 41.5833700, -87.5000400 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Dalecarlia
Census-designated place in Lake County, Indiana
| Population | 1,355 |
| Coordinates | 41.3308700, -87.3947600 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Dalecarlia (-87.39476, 41.33087)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
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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