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Trip from Davis, IN to Hammond, IN

Drive Time

51m

Distance

41.3 mi

67 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 48m ★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick excursion from Davis to Hammond, Indiana, you can expect a straightforward trip covering 41.3 miles. The drive typically takes about 51 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, this is a very economical route to navigate within the Midwest. You will primarily utilize I-94, SR 212, and 173rd Street to reach your destination. Because the transit time is under an hour, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

20.7 miles from Davis, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of your journey spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-94, which accounts for the longest stretch of your trip at 36.8 miles. Expect a consistent, efficient experience behind the wheel as you transition between these major arteries. While the route is largely defined by interstate travel, you will navigate local transitions onto SR 212 and 173rd Street as you approach Hammond. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed for getting you from point A to point B as quickly as possible.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and SR 212. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near I 94.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
2.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 94

Merge onto I 94

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
39.5 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the exit toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2 Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis...
8
39.7 mi into trip | ~48m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard
6
40.2 mi into trip | ~49m in | 173rd Street

Turn left onto 173rd Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
41.2 mi into trip | ~51m in | Columbia Avenue

Turn right onto Columbia Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 36.8 mi 43m
SR 212 1.1 mi 1m
173rd Street 1 mi 2m
US 20 0.9 mi 1m
Indianapolis Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
Columbia Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 36.8 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Davis, IN and Hammond, IN.

1

Start on SR 212

1.1 mi · 1 min · SR 212
2

Continue on US 20

0.1 mi · 9 sec · US 20
3

Turn straight

0.2 mi · 38 sec
4

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 20
5

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
6

Merge onto I 94

37 mi · 43 min · I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 2 Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight left lane.
9

Turn straight onto SR 152

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
10

Turn left onto 173rd Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · 173rd Street
Use the left lane.
11

Turn right onto Columbia Avenue

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Columbia Avenue
12

Arrive at destination

Columbia Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 51-minute journey, you do not need to worry about planning for mid-trip stops or overnight rest breaks. You can easily complete the entire 41.3-mile distance in one go, allowing you to focus your energy on your activities in Hammond. Given the heavy reliance on I-94, it is wise to check local traffic reports before you head out to ensure there are no unexpected delays on the interstate. Remember that your fuel costs will be minimal, around $6, so you can keep your travel budget focused elsewhere. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to take full advantage of the high-speed highway segments.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 20.7 miles from Davis, IN, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 41.3 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 20.7 miles or 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hammond, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Davis, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Davis, IN

This is one driving day of about 41.3 miles and 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Davis, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 36.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 20.7 mi from Davis, IN · 25m into the drive

Downtown chicago-il

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chicago, IL

21 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Chicago, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Chicago, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Davis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hammond, IN

The final approach into Hammond, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hammond, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Indiana Dunes National Park

Indiana Dunes National Park

National Park

Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 near mile 18.5
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park Closure: Mount Baldy Closure
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.27 one way

$12.55 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $6.92 $13.83
premium $4.80 $7.80 $15.59
diesel $5.64 $9.18 $18.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12.4 0 $4.34 $1.98
Efficient EV 10.3 0 $3.61 $1.65
EV Truck/SUV 16.5 0 $5.78 $2.64

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (64% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Davis, IN

Afternoon in Davis on Monday

Local time

2:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hammond, IN

Afternoon in Hammond on Monday

Local time

2:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

51m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Davis, IN to Hammond, IN covers 41.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, SR 212, 173rd Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.7 miles from Davis, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.27 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Davis, IN to Hammond, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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