Hammond, IN to Middlebury, IN is 186.1 miles and takes about 4h 9m via Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and SR 59, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Indiana for its entirety. Expect a mixed drive that balances highway speeds with more local road conditions. With only one recommended stop and a duration under five hours, this is a straightforward, single-day journey perfect for a quick getaway or a purposeful drive to your destination.
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
93.1 miles from Hammond, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 9m. Total distance: 186.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive offers a varied experience, with 42% of the route utilizing highways. You'll encounter stretches like the Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, where you can maintain a steady pace for up to 80 miles. The journey blends these faster sections with more local roads, indicated by its "Mixed drive" profile. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift, moving from more open highway travel to segments that may involve more turns or varied speed limits as you pass through different towns and landscapes.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 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 80 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 186.1 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 22 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.
8
91.3 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward SR 43: Brookston, West Lafayette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 178
Toward SR 43: Brookston, West Lafayette
6
91.7 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward West Lafayette, Indiana Veterans Home, Purdue University, VA Clinic, Tippecanoe, Battlefield, Prophetstown State Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward West Lafayette, Indiana Veterans Home, P...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hammond, IN and Middlebury, IN, road signs point toward Lafayette, Indiana Veterans Home, Purdue University, Va Clinic, Tippecanoe and Battlefield - among others.
Lafayette
91.3 mi in|~1h 45m
Indiana Veterans Home
91.7 mi in|~1h 45m
Purdue University
91.7 mi in|~1h 45m
Va Clinic
91.7 mi in|~1h 45m
Tippecanoe
91.7 mi in|~1h 45m
Battlefield
91.7 mi in|~1h 45m
Prophetstown State Park
91.7 mi in|~1h 45m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
80 mi
1h 27m
SR 59
43.9 mi
1h 5m
US 52
27 mi
40m
West South Boulevard
13.2 mi
19m
Borman Expressway
8.2 mi
11m
North River Road
5.8 mi
10m
Main Street
2.7 mi
3m
South River Road
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
— 80 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond, IN and Middlebury, 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 11Toward I 65 South: IndianapolisUse 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
80 mi·1 hr 27 min·Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Exit 178Toward SR 43: Brookston, West LafayetteUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft·5 sec
Toward West Lafayette, Indiana Veterans Home, Purdue University, VA Clinic, Tippecanoe, Battlefield, Prophetstown State Park
13
Turn straight onto North River Road
5.8 mi·10 min·North River Road
14
Enter roundabout onto South River Road
122 ft·5 sec·South River Road
15
Continue on South River Road
1.0 mi·1 min·South River Road
16
Turn left onto US 52; US 231
27 mi·40 min·US 52; US 231
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto SR 32; SR 47
13 mi·19 min·West South Boulevard
18
Turn left onto SR 59
0.4 mi·33 sec·SR 59
19
Turn right onto SR 59
2.7 mi·3 min·Main Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto SR 59; SR 236
2.6 mi·3 min·SR 59; SR 236
21
Turn left onto SR 59
40 mi·59 min·SR 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.1 mi·18 sec·West 8th Street
23
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59; SR 246
0.4 mi·44 sec·SR 59; SR 246
24
At end of road, turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.6 mi·1 min·West 14th Street
25
Turn left onto West Martz Market Street
0.1 mi·24 sec·West Martz Market Street
26
Arrive at destination
West Martz Market Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4h 9m duration, you can comfortably start this trip anytime during the day. Plan for your single recommended stop to break up the 186.1 miles, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. The estimated fuel cost of $29 suggests keeping an eye on gas prices as you travel. A practical tip for this route: be mindful of the transition points between the Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, SR 59, and US 52, as these can sometimes involve changes in road conditions or speed limits.
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 93.1 miles from Hammond, IN, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.1 miles or 1h 48m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middlebury, 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 186.1 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 80 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.1 mi from Hammond, IN
· 1h 48m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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
~33 min detour
$20
near mile 12.8
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.09 one way
$58.19 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.94
$63.89
premium
$4.89
$35.81
$71.63
diesel
$5.61
$41.09
$82.18
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: 65.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.8
0
$19.54
$8.93
Efficient EV
46.5
0
$16.28
$7.44
EV Truck/SUV
74.4
0
$26.05
$11.91
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Hammond, IN
Morning
in Hammond on Saturday
Local time
9:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Middlebury, IN
Morning
in Middlebury on Saturday
Local time
10:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Shadeland, IN
93 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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 9m 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 Middlebury, IN covers 186.1 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, SR 59, US 52. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.1 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 $29.09 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 186.1 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.
Between Hammond, IN and Middlebury, IN, road signs point toward Lafayette, Indiana Veterans Home, Purdue University, Va Clinic, Tippecanoe and Battlefield - among others.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Indiana Dunes National Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
