Trip from Hammond, IN to Franklin, IN

Drive Time

4h 17m

Distance

208.7 mi

336 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 4m ★

6 AM

4h 17m

8 AM

4h 44m

10 AM

4h 27m

12 PM

4h 24m

3 PM

4h 28m

5 PM

4h 42m

8 PM

4h 9m

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

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Franklin, IN

Matt Weissinger

Trip Overview

Spanning 208.7 miles across the Indiana heartland, this route connects Hammond to Franklin in approximately 4 hours and 17 minutes. Because the total duration is manageable, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $32 for fuel to cover the distance. The journey transitions through the Midwest landscape, moving from the northern regions toward the central part of the state. It is a straightforward trip for those looking to traverse the state efficiently while keeping travel logistics simple.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

104.3 miles from Hammond, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention, as only 20% of the journey consists of highway travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 129.3 miles. The route incorporates East 700 South and I-69, creating a varied experience that shifts between faster highway segments and slower, more technical local roads. Navigating these turns keeps the drive engaging, so be prepared for a mix of road types rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 129.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 208.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.6 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

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

10.1 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 65 South: Indianapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 11 Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis

10.5 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

140.6 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in | I 865

Keep slight right at fork onto I 865

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

156.4 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in

Take the exit toward Binford Boulevard, Indianapolis

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 37A Toward Binford Boulevard, Indianapolis

157.1 mi into trip | ~2h 58m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 37B Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne

Towns Along This Route

Between Hammond, IN and Franklin, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Pendleton.

Indianapolis

156.4 mi in | ~2h 57m

Pendleton

176 mi in | ~3h 20m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway	129.3 mi	2h 20m
East 700 South	21 mi	31m
I 69	17.3 mi	19m
I 465	10.7 mi	12m
Borman Expressway	8.2 mi	11m
E 700 S	5.4 mi	7m
I 865	5.1 mi	6m
State Street	2 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway — 129.3 mi, about 2h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Columbia Avenue

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Columbia Avenue

Turn left onto 173rd Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · 173rd Street

Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Southeastern Avenue

Turn left onto 175th Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · 175th Street

Turn right onto SR 152

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Detroit

Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6

8.2 mi · 11 min · Borman Expressway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 34 sec

Exit 11 Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 65

129 mi · 2 hr 20 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 865

5.1 mi · 6 min · I 865

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 465

11 mi · 12 min · I 465

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 37A Toward Binford Boulevard, Indianapolis Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 37B Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne

Merge onto Binford Boulevard

1.1 mi · 1 min · Binford Boulevard

Merge onto I 69

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 69

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

15 mi · 15 min · I 69

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 35 sec

Exit 219 Toward SR 38 West: Noblesville, Pendleton

Enter roundabout onto State Street

14 ft · 0 sec · State Street

Continue on State Street

0.3 mi · 28 sec · State Street

Enter roundabout onto State Street

94 ft · 1 sec · State Street

Continue on State Street

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Street

Turn left onto US 36; SR 9; SR 38; SR 67

0.2 mi · 16 sec · E 700 S

Continue on US 36

5.3 mi · 7 min · E 700 S

Continue on US 36

21 mi · 31 min · East 700 South

Turn right onto Buck Creek Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Buck Creek Road

Turn straight onto North 800 East Road

446 ft · 25 sec · North 800 East Road

Turn left onto East 450 North

0.2 mi · 38 sec · East 450 North

Turn right onto Buck Creek Park

1.3 mi · 5 min · Buck Creek Park

Turn slight right onto North 900 East

0.6 mi · 2 min · North 900 East

Turn left onto East 300 North Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · East 300 North Road

Continue on Nobblett Road

0.5 mi · 2 min · Nobblett Road

Arrive at destination

Nobblett Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a one-day trip, departing early helps you maximize your time and avoid potential congestion on local roads. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 4-hour drive, which helps keep you alert through the more technical sections. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, keep an eye on your navigation to ensure you remain on the correct path when transitioning between the Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and local connectors. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the manageable distance allows you to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions or personal preference.

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 104.3 miles from Hammond, IN, or about 1h 59m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.3 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 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 104.3 miles or 1h 59m 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 15m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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 208.7 miles and 4h 17m.

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 Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for about 129.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 104.3 mi from Hammond, IN · 1h 59m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Champaign, IL

104 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

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

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

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104.3 miles from Hammond, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.3 miles.

Arriving in Franklin, IN

The final approach into Franklin, 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 Franklin, IN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.70 one way

$63.40 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$34.94	$69.89
premium	$4.80	$39.40	$78.80
diesel	$5.64	$46.37	$92.73

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 73 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	62.6	0	$21.91	$10.02
Efficient EV	52.2	0	$18.26	$8.35
EV Truck/SUV	83.5	1	$29.22	$13.36

Gas CO2

73 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Hammond, IN

Afternoon in Hammond on Sunday

Local time

4:17 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Franklin, IN

Evening in Franklin on Sunday

Local time

5:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°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

18 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

4h 17m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Franklin, IN covers 208.7 miles and takes about 4h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, East 700 South, I 69. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 104.3 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 $31.70 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Hammond, IN and Franklin, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Pendleton.

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Trip from Hammond, IN to Franklin, IN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Franklin, IN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Hammond, IN

Franklin, IN

1 hour later

18 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 17m on the road

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