Origin
Florida, IN
Afternoon in Florida on Thursday
Local time
1:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florida, IN to Hammond, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 40m
Distance
188 mi
303 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 28m
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6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 33m
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
The drive from Florida, IN to Hammond, IN covers 188 miles and takes about 3h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 200 West, North Raible Avenue, West 38th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.39 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
94 miles from Florida, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 188 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 40m drive with frequent turns across 188 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
200 West is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Florida, IN to Hammond, IN is easy. At 3h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Florida, IN to Hammond, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 200 West | — | — |
| North Raible Avenue | — | — |
| West 38th Street | — | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | — | — |
| Pendleton Avenue | — | — |
| I 465 South | — | — |
| I 465 West | — | — |
| I 865 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
200 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florida, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on Florida Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Florida Road
2
Continue on 200 West
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
200 West
3
Continue on North Raible Avenue
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
North Raible Avenue
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto West 38th Street
515 ft
·
14 sec
·
West 38th Street
5
Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
6
Continue on Pendleton Avenue
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Pendleton Avenue
7
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
8
Merge slight left
21 mi
·
22 min
9
Keep slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
10
Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 465 South, I 69 South
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 465 West
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 465 West
12
Continue straight
11 mi
·
12 min
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 865 West: Chicago
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 865 West: Chicago
14
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
13 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 52 West
16
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
17
Merge slight left
117 mi
·
2 hr 7 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago
19
Merge slight left onto Borman Expressway
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Borman Expressway
20
Take the exit slight right toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard
21
Keep slight left to continue on SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard
22
Turn straight onto Indianapolis Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Indianapolis Boulevard
23
Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
173rd Street
24
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Columbia Avenue
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 94 miles from Florida, IN, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
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 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 1m
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 Florida, 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 Florida, IN
This is one driving day of about 188 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Florida, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 94 mi from Florida, IN · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 94 miles from Florida, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.39 one way
$58.78 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.27 | $64.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.18 | $72.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.51 | $83.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.74 | $9.02 |
| Efficient EV | 47 | 0 | $16.45 | $7.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.2 | 0 | $26.32 | $12.03 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Hammond, IN
Afternoon in Hammond on Thursday
Local time
12:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Mulberry, IN
94 mi in
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
11 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
3h 40m 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 Florida, IN to Hammond, IN covers 188 miles and takes about 3h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 200 West, North Raible Avenue, West 38th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94 miles from Florida, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Florida, IN to Hammond, IN is easy. At 3h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Florida, IN to Hammond, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Florida, IN to Hammond, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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