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Trip from Hammond, IN to Greenwood, IN

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

3h 18m

Distance

171.3 mi

276 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 7m ★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 11m

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

This 171.3-mile drive from Hammond, Indiana, to Greenwood, Indiana, will take approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and I-465, with a portion on the Borman Expressway. Expect a fuel cost of around $27 for this journey. As both the origin and destination are within the Midwest region, you'll experience consistent Midwestern landscapes throughout your travel.

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

85.7 miles from Hammond, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 18m. Total distance: 171.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a need for attention as you navigate various local roads. With only an 18% highway share, most of your time will be spent on surface streets and less direct routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a considerable 129.3 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, indicating a significant period of continuous travel on this particular road. Be prepared for frequent changes in speed limits and road conditions as you move through different towns and areas.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 2 miles in near I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 171.3 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 2 miles (I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

5
2 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway

Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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
6
10.5 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
140.6 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in | I 65

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
164.2 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in

Take the exit toward US 31 South: East Street

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2B Toward US 31 South: East Street

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway 129.3 mi 2h 20m
I 465 17 mi 19m
Borman Expressway 8.2 mi 11m
South East Street 6.3 mi 10m
I 65 5.9 mi 6m
173rd Street 0.6 mi 1m
Main Street West 0.5 mi <1m
Southeastern Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
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 Greenwood, 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

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Detroit
7

Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6

8.2 mi · 11 min · Borman Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 34 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto I 65

129 mi · 2 hr 20 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

5.9 mi · 6 min · I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 123 Toward I 465 South
13

Continue on this road

0.6 mi · 1 min · this road
Exit 123 Toward I 465 South
14

Merge onto I 465

17 mi · 19 min · I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 2B Toward US 31 South: East Street Use the slight right lane.
16

Turn right onto US 31

6.3 mi · 10 min · South East Street
Use the left lane.
17

Turn left onto Main Street West

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Main Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Arrive at destination

Main Street West

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour 18-minute duration, starting your trip in the morning will allow ample time to reach Greenwood without feeling rushed. You'll encounter one recommended stop, so plan your breaks accordingly. The estimated fuel cost of $27 is manageable, but it's always wise to keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 129.3 miles. A specific tip for this route: be particularly mindful of speed limit changes when transitioning from the Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway to I-465, as this can be a common area for unexpected adjustments.

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 85.7 miles from Hammond, IN, or about 1h 38m 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 38 miles or 47m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 85.7 miles or 1h 38m 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, 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.

+

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 171.3 miles and 3h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 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 85.7 mi from Hammond, IN · 1h 38m into the drive

Downtown Lafayette, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lafayette, IN

86 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Lafayette, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85.7 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 Greenwood, IN

The final approach into Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, 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.

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...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour $20 near mile 11.8
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

$26.78 one way

$53.56 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $29.40 $58.81
premium $4.89 $32.97 $65.93
diesel $5.61 $37.82 $75.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51.4 0 $17.99 $8.22
Efficient EV 42.8 0 $14.99 $6.85
EV Truck/SUV 68.5 0 $23.98 $10.96

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 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 as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Hammond, IN

Late night in Hammond on Friday

Local time

1:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Greenwood, IN

Late night in Greenwood on Friday

Local time

2:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lafayette, IN

86 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 later

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

Temperature spread

7 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 18m 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 Greenwood, IN covers 171.3 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, I 465, Borman Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.7 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 $26.78 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 171.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; 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.
The route from Hammond, IN to Greenwood, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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