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Trip from Hammond, IN to Cayuga, IN

Data updated 19 minutes ago

Drive Time

2h 42m

Distance

118.2 mi

190 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 31m ★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 36m

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

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Cayuga, IN

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Trip Overview

This 118.2-mile journey from Hammond, Indiana, to Cayuga, Indiana, is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. You'll primarily travel on Wicker Avenue, SR 63, and US 41, with 43% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this Midwest to Midwest trip is around $18, making it an economical option. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance, this route offers a flexible and straightforward travel experience within Indiana. It's a practical choice for a quick getaway or a functional drive between these two points.

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

59.1 miles from Hammond, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, blending highway speeds with more local road conditions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 58.8 miles on Wicker Avenue, offering a solid period of consistent driving. With 43% of the drive on highways, you'll experience periods of faster travel, interspersed with segments on state and US routes. This variety means you'll transition between different driving environments, keeping the journey engaging without being overly demanding. The overall profile suggests a drive that is neither a pure interstate grind nor a purely rural, winding road.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wicker Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 58.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near 173rd Street.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Hammond, IN to Cayuga, IN is easy. At 2h 42m with 43% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (173rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Southeastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (SR 152 / Indianapolis Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

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

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | 173rd Street

Turn left onto 173rd Street

Navigation decision point

3
0.8 mi into trip | ~2m in | Southeastern Avenue

Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
1.3 mi into trip | ~3m in | SR 152 / Indianapolis Boulevard

Turn right onto SR 152 / Indianapolis Boulevard

Navigation decision point

4
66.2 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in | US 41

Keep slight left at fork onto US 41

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
117.5 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in | SR 234 / County Road 480 North

Turn right onto SR 234 / County Road 480 North

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Wicker Avenue 58.8 mi 1h 18m
SR 63 29.8 mi 37m
US 41 21.6 mi 26m
Indianapolis Boulevard 6.2 mi 13m
173rd Street 0.6 mi 1m
Grant Street 0.3 mi 1m
Southeastern Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
East Ferry Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Wicker Avenue — 58.8 mi, about 1h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Columbia Avenue

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Columbia Avenue
2

Turn left onto 173rd Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · 173rd Street
3

Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Southeastern Avenue
4

Turn left onto 175th Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · 175th Street
5

Turn right onto SR 152

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
6

Continue on SR 152

5.9 mi · 12 min · Indianapolis Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7

Continue on US 41

59 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Wicker Avenue
Use the left lane.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto US 41

22 mi · 26 min · US 41
9

Continue on SR 63

30 mi · 37 min · SR 63
10

Turn right onto SR 234

0.2 mi · 17 sec · County Road 480 North
11

Continue on SR 234

0.2 mi · 27 sec · East Ferry Street
12

Turn left onto Grant Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Grant Street
13

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

This 2-hour, 42-minute drive is well-suited for a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, budgeting is straightforward. Consider starting your journey in the morning to maximize your time at your destination or to enjoy daylight driving. The longest stretch on Wicker Avenue is nearly 59 miles, so plan your first stop after that segment if you prefer breaking up longer drives. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of freedom to decide when and where you’d like to take a break.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.1 miles from Hammond, IN, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.8 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 80 miles or 1h 52m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 59.1 miles or 1h 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 2h 13m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hammond, 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 Hammond, IN

This is one driving day of about 118.2 miles and 2h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hammond, 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.
The longest stretch is on Wicker Avenue for about 58.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 59.1 mi from Hammond, IN · 1h 25m into the drive

Downtown Orland Park, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orland Park, IL

59 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

Champaign, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orland Park, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.1 miles from Hammond, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Cayuga, IN

The final approach into Cayuga, 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 Cayuga, 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...

21 mi from route ~51 min detour $20 near mile 4.1
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

$18.48 one way

$36.96 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $20.29 $40.58
premium $4.89 $22.75 $45.49
diesel $5.61 $26.10 $52.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.5 0 $12.41 $5.67
Efficient EV 29.6 0 $10.34 $4.73
EV Truck/SUV 47.3 0 $16.55 $7.56

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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 4 days ago

Origin

Hammond, IN

Night in Hammond on Tuesday

Local time

10:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cayuga, IN

Night in Cayuga on Tuesday

Local time

11:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

14 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

2h 42m 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 Hammond, IN to Cayuga, IN covers 118.2 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wicker Avenue, SR 63, US 41. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.1 miles from Hammond, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.48 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.
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 Hammond, IN to Cayuga, IN is easy. At 2h 42m with 43% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (173rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Southeastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (SR 152 / Indianapolis Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hammond, IN to Cayuga, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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