How far is Kokomo, IN from Hammond, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Hammond, IN is about 134.8 miles (216.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104 miles (167.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and Hammond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Hammond.
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Start on West Sycamore Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Sycamore Street
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Continue on West Sycamore Road
1344 ft · 23 sec · West Sycamore Road
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Continue on West Sycamore Lane
2234 ft · 38 sec · West Sycamore Lane
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Continue on West Jefferson Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · West Jefferson Road
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Continue on County Road West 100 North
8.9 mi · 13 min · County Road West 100 North
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Turn left onto Michigan Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · Michigan Street
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Continue on County Road 600 East
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 600 East
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Turn right onto State Road 26
6 mi · 8 min · State Road 26
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Continue on East Main Street
4.5 mi · 7 min · East Main Street
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Continue on County Road 900 North
1023 ft · 17 sec · County Road 900 North
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Continue on West Main Street
2092 ft · 35 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on County Road 900 North
11.5 mi · 17 min · County Road 900 North
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Take the ramp slight right
2011 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
86.3 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left onto Borman Expressway
8 mi · 11 min · Borman Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard
1208 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard
1061 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto Indianapolis Boulevard
1457 ft · 34 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
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Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.6 km · 3 min · 173rd Street
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Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
830 ft · 23 sec · 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 Kokomo and Hammond.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
County Road 900 North
Merge slight left
86.3 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Kokomo 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 Kokomo to Hammond?
The road trip is about 134.8 miles (216.9 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
Remington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.5 miles from Kokomo and 65.2 miles from Hammond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104 miles (167.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.8 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.95 one way or $35.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Kokomo and Hammond, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Kokomo and Mostly Sunny near Hammond.
Stop Ideas Near Remington
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 Remington.
Rensselaer
Lafayette station
Gilman
Kankakee
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Hammond. Straight-line distance: 104 mi (167.37 km).
#1 Kokomo
The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana.
| Population | 58,243 |
| Coordinates | 40.4864300, -86.1336000 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| 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: 217 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.95 | $35.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.24 | $40.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.15 | $44.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.25 | $50.49 |
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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