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Trip from Locke, IN to Hammond, IN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

2h 3m

Distance

95.1 mi

153 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 54m ★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m

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

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Downtown Locke, IN, IN

Locke, IN

Nathan Thomas

Trip Overview

This 95.1-mile drive from Locke, Indiana, to Hammond, Indiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes to complete. The route is primarily focused on highway travel, with 71% of the journey on major roadways. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this is an economical option for a quick regional excursion within the Midwest. Given its relatively short distance and straightforward path, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for a flexible departure time. This trip offers a practical way to cover ground efficiently between these two Indiana locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

47.6 miles from Locke, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 95.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience on this 95.1-mile route, with 71% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-94 and the Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 37.2 miles on I-94, providing a consistent pace. While the majority of the journey is on faster roads, you will transition onto West Western Avenue, offering a slight change in the driving environment. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently rather than offering extensive scenic detours, keeping you moving for much of the 2-hour trip.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near SR 19 / Nappanee Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 95.1 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 0.5 miles (SR 19 / Nappanee Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 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 | ~1m in | SR 19 / Nappanee Street

Turn left onto SR 19 / Nappanee Street

Navigation decision point

5
56.1 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | I 94

Merge onto I 94

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
93.3 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in

Take the exit toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard

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 2 Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis...
8
93.5 mi into trip | ~1h 59m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard
6
94 mi into trip | ~2h in | 173rd Street

Turn left onto 173rd Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 37.2 mi 43m
Saint Joseph Valley Parkway 18.9 mi 21m
West Western Avenue 13 mi 17m
US 20 11.6 mi 16m
Nappanee Street 11.1 mi 16m
173rd Street 1 mi 2m
County Road 50 0.5 mi 1m
Indianapolis Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 37.2 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on CR 50

0.5 mi · 1 min · County Road 50
2

Turn left onto SR 19

2.5 mi · 3 min · Nappanee Street
3

Enter roundabout onto SR 19

127 ft · 2 sec · Nappanee Street
4

Continue on SR 19

8.6 mi · 12 min · Nappanee Street
5

Turn left

0.5 mi · 1 min
6

Merge onto US 20

19 mi · 21 min · Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward SR 2 West: La Porte
8

Continue on SR 2

13 mi · 17 min · West Western Avenue
9

Continue on US 20

12 mi · 16 min · US 20
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 43 sec
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
11

Merge onto I 94

37 mi · 43 min · I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 2 Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight left lane.
14

Turn straight onto SR 152

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
15

Turn left onto 173rd Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · 173rd Street
Use the left lane.
16

Turn right onto Columbia Avenue

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Columbia Avenue
17

Arrive at destination

Columbia Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour, 95.1-mile drive, you can comfortably depart at any time that suits your schedule, as it's easily completed within a single day. With minimal stops recommended, the $15 fuel cost should cover your needs without issue. The longest stretch on I-94 is 37.2 miles, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly, perhaps before embarking on this segment. Keep an eye out for traffic, especially as you approach the Hammond area, as highway congestion can impact your travel time. This route is straightforward, making it ideal for a relaxed drive where you can focus on reaching your destination.

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 47.6 miles from Locke, IN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.2 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 21 miles or 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 47.6 miles or 1h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 40m

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 Locke, 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 Locke, IN

This is one driving day of about 95.1 miles and 2h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Locke, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 37.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 47.6 mi from Locke, IN · 1h 2m into the drive

city in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

LaPorte, IN

48 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

Mishawaka, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

LaPorte, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.6 miles from Locke, 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.

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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 near mile 72.2
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

$14.87 one way

$29.74 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $16.32 $32.65
premium $4.89 $18.30 $36.60
diesel $5.61 $21.00 $41.99

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.5 0 $9.99 $4.56
Efficient EV 23.8 0 $8.32 $3.80
EV Truck/SUV 38 0 $13.31 $6.09

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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 15, 2026

Origin

Locke, IN

Evening in Locke on Thursday

Local time

8:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hammond, IN

Evening in Hammond on Thursday

Local time

7:59 PM

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

1 hour earlier

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

Temperature spread

2 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

2h 3m 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 Locke, IN to Hammond, IN covers 95.1 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, Saint Joseph Valley Parkway, West Western Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.6 miles from Locke, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.87 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 11 significant decision points across 95.1 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 0.5 miles (SR 19 / Nappanee Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Locke, IN to Hammond, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Indiana Dunes National Park.

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