How far is Prairie Creek, IN from Hammond, IN?
The driving distance from Prairie Creek, IN to Hammond, IN is about 168.1 miles (270.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 159.5 miles (256.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Warren County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prairie Creek and Hammond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prairie Creek and Hammond.
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Start on West 158th Drive
54 m · 10 sec · West 158th Drive
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Turn right
7.4 mi · 13 min
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Turn slight right
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Continue on South State Road 63
2.8 mi · 5 min · South State Road 63
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Continue on Prairieton Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Prairieton Road
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Continue on 1st Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Ohio Street
726 ft · 14 sec · Ohio Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · South 3rd Street
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Turn straight onto Chicago
63.3 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue straight
80.6 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Continue on Indianapolis Boulevard
6.4 mi · 14 min · 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 Prairie Creek and Hammond.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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80.6 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Prairie Creek and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hammond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prairie Creek to Hammond?
The road trip is about 168.1 miles (270.5 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
Pine Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.1 miles from Prairie Creek and 83.9 miles from Hammond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 159.5 miles (256.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:14 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.36 one way or $44.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Prairie Creek and Hammond, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Prairie Creek and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hammond.
Stop Ideas Near Pine Village
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 Pine Village.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prairie Creek and Hammond. Straight-line distance: 159.49 mi (256.67 km).
#1 Prairie Creek
Unincorporated community in Vigo County, Indiana
| Population | 1,171 |
| Coordinates | 39.2750400, -87.4972400 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| 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: Hammond (-87.50004, 41.58337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.36 | $44.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.60 | $55.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.45 | $62.91 |
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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