How far is LaPlace, IL from Hammond, IL?
The driving distance from LaPlace, IL to Hammond, IL is about 8 miles (12.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.7 miles (10.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 21m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Moultrie County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between LaPlace and Hammond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between LaPlace and Hammond.
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Start on South Main Street
14 m · 4 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West Front
762 ft · 39 sec · West Front
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 140 E
2805 ft · 1 min · County Road 140 E
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Turn left
6.8 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Don Ryan Street
1762 ft · 1 min · Don Ryan Street
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Turn right onto 5th Street
26 m · 4 sec · 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between LaPlace 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.
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6.82 mi · 00h 10m
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 Likely leaving LaPlace and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hammond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from LaPlace to Hammond?
The road trip is about 8 miles (12.8 km) and usually takes 00h 10m 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?
Lovington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.9 miles from LaPlace and 4 miles from Hammond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.7 miles (10.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 8:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.06 one way or $2.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around LaPlace and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hammond.
Stop Ideas Near Lovington
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 Lovington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between LaPlace and Hammond. Straight-line distance: 6.69 mi (10.76 km).
#1 LaPlace
LaPlace is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.8000400, -88.7175700 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hammond
Village in Illinois
| Population | 478 |
| Coordinates | 39.7969800, -88.5917300 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: 5th Street (-88.59173, 39.796994)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.06 | $2.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.19 | $2.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.30 | $2.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.49 | $2.97 |
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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