Origin
Hammond, IN
Evening in Hammond on Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hammond, IN to Pierceton, IN
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
106.6 mi
172 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pierceton, IN
Lilian Sandoval
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Hammond to Pierceton, expect to cover 106.6 miles over a duration of approximately 2 hours and 26 minutes. This journey stays entirely within the Midwest region of Indiana, making it a highly manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize West Morthland Drive, the Borman Expressway, and US Route 30 to navigate between these two points. Budgeting roughly $16 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire distance. Because the drive is relatively short and direct, it serves as a straightforward transit route rather than a multi-day excursion. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the simplicity of this path allows for a stress-free travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
53.3 miles from Hammond, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 14% of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads and intersections. You will tackle a significant 76.9-mile stretch on West Morthland Drive, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The road personality shifts from the faster pace of the Borman Expressway into more technical segments as you progress toward your destination. Expect a constant rhythm of turns rather than the monotonous cruise of a long-haul interstate trek.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Morthland Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 76.9 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.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 106.6 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 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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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 none lane.
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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
16.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 30: Merrillville, Valparaiso, Schererville
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 253
Toward US 30: Merrillville, Valparaiso, Scherer...
8
17.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Valparaiso, Valparaiso University
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Valparaiso, Valparaiso University
Towns Along This Route
Between Hammond, IN and Pierceton, IN, road signs point toward Valparaiso, Schererville and Valparaiso University.
Valparaiso
16.8 mi in
|
~25m
Schererville
16.8 mi in
|
~25m
Valparaiso University
17.2 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Morthland Drive | 76.9 mi | 1h 42m |
| Borman Expressway | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| US Route 30 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| East 81st Avenue | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| 173rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Southeastern Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| SR 13 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Morthland Drive
— 76.9 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond, IN and Pierceton, 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 none lane.
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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 65
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 253
Toward US 30: Merrillville, Valparaiso, Schererville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
246 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Valparaiso, Valparaiso University
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto US 30
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
East 81st Avenue
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on US 30
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US Route 30
15
Continue on US 30
77 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
West Morthland Drive
Use the none lane.
16
Turn right onto SR 13
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
SR 13
17
Arrive at destination
SR 13
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 106.6-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the trip in one go without needing to plan for formal stops, as the duration is just under two and a half hours. Keep a close eye on your navigation during the turn-heavy sections of the route to ensure you stay on the correct path through the local road network. Because you are only budgeting $16 for fuel, filling up before you leave Hammond will likely get you all the way to Pierceton without needing to hunt for a gas station along the way. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.3 miles from Hammond, IN, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.9 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.3 miles or 1h 15m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pierceton, 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.
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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 106.6 miles and 2h 26m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West Morthland Drive for about 76.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.3 mi from Hammond, IN · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.3 miles from Hammond, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West Morthland Drive if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.9 miles.
Arriving in Pierceton, IN
The final approach into Pierceton, 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 Pierceton, 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
$16.19 one way
$32.38 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.85 | $35.70 |
| premium | $4.80 | $20.12 | $40.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.68 | $47.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.19 | $5.12 |
| Efficient EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.33 | $4.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.92 | $6.82 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Pierceton, IN
Evening in Pierceton on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
20 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 26m 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 Pierceton, IN covers 106.6 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Morthland Drive, Borman Expressway, US Route 30. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.3 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 $16.19 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 106.6 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 Pierceton, IN, road signs point toward Valparaiso, Schererville and Valparaiso University.
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