How far is Hobart, IN from Ross, IN?
The driving distance from Hobart, IN to Ross, IN is about 9.3 miles (14.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.2 miles (10 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Town in Lake County, Indiana, U.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Drizzle
Chance Drizzle
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hobart and Ross.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobart and Ross.
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Start on Main Street
29 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto South Lasalle Street
1292 ft · 35 sec · South Lasalle Street
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Continue on West 49th Avenue
2.8 mi · 7 min · West 49th Avenue
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Turn right onto Broadway
1324 ft · 39 sec · Broadway
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Turn left onto West 47th Avenue
2.1 mi · 5 min · West 47th Avenue
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Continue on Wilson Street
1277 ft · 35 sec · Wilson Street
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Continue on West 49th Avenue
718 ft · 20 sec · West 49th Avenue
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Continue on Chase Street
1081 ft · 30 sec · Chase Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chase Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hobart and Ross.
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.
West 49th Avenue
Continue on West 49th Avenue
2.75 mi · 00h 07m
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.
Chance Drizzle leaving Hobart and Chance Drizzle near Ross.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hobart to Ross?
The road trip is about 9.3 miles (14.9 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
New Chicago is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.7 miles from Hobart and 5.5 miles from Ross.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.2 miles (10 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.23 one way or $2.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Drizzle around Hobart and Chance Drizzle near Ross.
Stop Ideas Near New Chicago
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 New Chicago.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hobart and Ross. Straight-line distance: 6.2 mi (9.98 km).
#1 Hobart
City in Lake County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 27,913 |
| Coordinates | 41.5322600, -87.2550400 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ross
Unincorporated community in Lake County, Indiana
| Population | 1,540 |
| Coordinates | 41.5267000, -87.3747600 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chase Street (-87.374899, 41.526701)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 15 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
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 | $3.72 | $1.23 | $2.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $1.43 | $2.85 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $1.60 | $3.20 |
| Diesel | $6.71 | $2.21 | $4.43 |
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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