How far is West Lafayette, IN from Hammond, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Lafayette and Hammond is 85.72 miles (137.96 km).
Flight distance from West Lafayette, IN to Hammond, IN is 85.72 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from West Lafayette to Hammond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Lafayette, Indiana to Hammond, Indiana is: 98.75 miles (158.92 km) by car.
Driving from West Lafayette to Hammond will take approximately 01 hours 41 minutes.
#1 West Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. It is located on the Wabash River in the southwestern part of the state. West Lafayette is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Purdue University campus and the Discovery Park Zoo.
| Population | 51605 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°25'33"N 86°54'29"W |
| Latitude | 40.4258700 |
| Longitude | -86.9080700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hammond
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana. It is located on the south shore of Lake Michigan in northwestern Indiana. Hammond is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Hammond Civic Center and the Hammond Historical Museum.
| Population | 75342 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°35'0"N 87°30'0"W |
| Latitude | 41.5833700 |
| Longitude | -87.5000400 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Hammond: Columbia Avenue (-87.500185,41.58337)
Estimated Travel Time Between West Lafayette and Hammond
The distance between West Lafayette and Hammond is 159 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 45 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between West Lafayette, IN and Hammond, IN. The current time in West Lafayette is 17:44:24, although it is 16:44:24 in Hammond.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 17 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.19 liters (3.48 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Lafayette and Hammond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Lafayette to Hammond is $11.8 (diesel $15.21).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $11.8 | $13.5 | $15.08 | $15.21 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Indiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.385 (Diesel $4.366) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between West Lafayette and Hammond (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to West Lafayette 173.21 miles (279 km)
Driving distance from Alaska, IN to West Lafayette 76.7 miles (123 km)
Driving distance from Nebraska, IN to West Lafayette 148.7 miles (239 km)
