How far is Seelyville, IN from Hammond, IN?
The driving distance from Seelyville, IN to Hammond, IN is about 160.8 miles (258.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145 miles (233.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 42m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Town in Grant Township, Benton County, Indiana, United State
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seelyville and Hammond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seelyville and Hammond.
-
1
Start on North Main Street
836 ft · 45 sec · North Main Street
-
2
Turn left
5.1 mi · 9 min
-
3
Turn right onto Blakely Avenue
3076 ft · 1 min · Blakely Avenue
-
4
Continue on North Fruitridge Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · North Fruitridge Avenue
-
5
Turn left onto Maple Avenue
2.9 mi · 7 min · Maple Avenue
-
6
Turn right
47 m · 3 sec
-
7
Turn straight onto Chicago
63.3 mi · 1 hr 21 min
-
8
Continue straight
80.6 mi · 1 hr 46 min
-
9
Continue on Indianapolis Boulevard
6.4 mi · 14 min · Indianapolis Boulevard
-
10
Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.6 km · 3 min · 173rd Street
-
11
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
830 ft · 23 sec · Columbia Avenue
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Columbia Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Seelyville 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.
Chicago
Continue straight
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Seelyville 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 Seelyville to Hammond?
The road trip is about 160.8 miles (258.8 km) and usually takes 03h 42m 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?
Boswell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.5 miles from Seelyville and 80.3 miles from Hammond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145 miles (233.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:34 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.38 one way or $42.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Seelyville and Hammond, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Seelyville and Mostly Sunny near Hammond.
Stop Ideas Near Boswell
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 Boswell.
Lafayette station
Danville, Illinois
Rensselaer
Gilman
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seelyville and Hammond. Straight-line distance: 145.02 mi (233.38 km).
#1 Seelyville
City in Vigo County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,004 |
| Coordinates | 39.4919800, -87.2672400 |
| Altitude | 178 |
| 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: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.38 | $42.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.11 | $48.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.39 | $52.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.07 | $60.15 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Indiana · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.