Haubstadt, IN to Hammond, IN is 246 miles and takes about 5h 28m via US 41 and Indianapolis Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, primarily traversing Indiana. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of your journey, making it a straightforward trip. With a recommended one-day duration, you can easily complete this route without needing an overnight stop. This makes it a convenient option for a quick relocation or a direct journey north.
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
123 miles from Haubstadt, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 41m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 28m. Total distance: 246 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on US 41, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 173.6 miles. While SR 63 and Indianapolis Boulevard also feature, the overall character is one of steady progress on well-established roads. This means you can anticipate consistent speeds and a relatively predictable driving experience for the majority of the 5h 28m duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 173.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and SR 63. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near County Road 975.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 28m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (County Road 975): Navigation decision point; at 36.9 miles (US 41; US 150): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244.8 miles (173rd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|County Road 975
Turn right onto County Road 975
Navigation decision point
7
36.9 mi into trip|~47m in|US 41; US 150
Take the exit onto US 41; US 150 toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre Haute
6
244.8 mi into trip|~5h 25m in|173rd Street
Turn left onto 173rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
245.8 mi into trip|~5h 28m in|Columbia Avenue
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Haubstadt, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
Chicago
94.6 mi in|~2h 5m|via SR 63
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 41
173.6 mi
3h 44m
SR 63
63.3 mi
1h 20m
Indianapolis Boulevard
6.4 mi
13m
173rd Street
1 mi
2m
County Road 975
1 mi
3m
South Main Street
0.4 mi
1m
County Road 25 West
0.2 mi
<1m
Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 173.6 mi, about 3h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haubstadt, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.4 mi·1 min·South Main Street
2
Continue on County Road 25 West
0.2 mi·43 sec·County Road 25 West
3
Turn right onto County Road 975
1.0 mi·3 min·County Road 975
4
Turn left onto US 41
35 mi·41 min·US 41
5
Take the exit onto US 41; US 150
58 mi·1 hr 17 min·US 41; US 150
Toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre HauteUse the straight lane.
6
Turn straight onto SR 63
63 mi·1 hr 20 min·SR 63
Toward Chicago
7
Continue on US 41
81 mi·1 hr 45 min·US 41
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 41
6.4 mi·13 min·Indianapolis Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.0 mi·2 min·173rd Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi·22 sec·Columbia Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Columbia Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 28m estimated drive time, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to allow ample daylight for the 246-mile trip. While the route has only one recommended stop, consider a brief break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. The longest stretch on US 41 is over 170 miles, so plan to fuel up before embarking on that segment, especially since the estimated fuel cost is $38. This is a drive best suited for a single day, offering flexibility in departure time.
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 123 miles from Haubstadt, IN, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 173.6 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 54 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hammond, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Haubstadt, 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 Haubstadt, IN
This is one driving day of about 246 miles and 5h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Haubstadt, 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 US 41 for about 173.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 123 mi from Haubstadt, IN
· 2h 41m into the drive
The midpoint is around 123 miles from Haubstadt, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hammond, IN
The final approach into Hammond, 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 Hammond, 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.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.46 one way
$76.92 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$42.23
$84.45
premium
$4.89
$47.34
$94.68
diesel
$5.61
$54.31
$108.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.8
0
$25.83
$11.81
Efficient EV
61.5
0
$21.53
$9.84
EV Truck/SUV
98.4
1
$34.44
$15.74
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Haubstadt, IN
Morning
in Haubstadt on Saturday
Local time
10:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hammond, IN
Morning
in Hammond on Saturday
Local time
10:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 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
5h 28m 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 Haubstadt, IN to Hammond, IN covers 246 miles and takes about 5h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 41, SR 63, Indianapolis Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 123 miles from Haubstadt, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.46 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 straightforward 5h 28m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (County Road 975): Navigation decision point; at 36.9 miles (US 41; US 150): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244.8 miles (173rd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Haubstadt, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
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.
