The drive from Newburgh, IN to Hammond, IN covers 270.7 miles and takes about 5h 55m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 41, SR 63, I 69 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 177.3 miles on US 41.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
135.3 miles from Newburgh, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 52m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 55m. Total distance: 270.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 55m highway drive covering 270.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 41 and SR 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 177.3 miles on US 41.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 177.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and SR 63. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 270.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.5 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
17.7 mi into trip|~22m in
Take the exit toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21B
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
5
22.1 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward US 41 North: Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 25B
Toward US 41 North: Terre Haute
7
61.6 mi into trip|~1h 14m 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
269.5 mi into trip|~5h 52m in|173rd Street
Turn left onto 173rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Newburgh, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
Chicago
119.3 mi in|~2h 32m|via SR 63
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 41
177.3 mi
3h 49m
SR 63
63.3 mi
1h 20m
I 69
15 mi
16m
Indianapolis Boulevard
6.4 mi
13m
I 64
4.1 mi
4m
West State Route 662
2.1 mi
3m
173rd Street
1 mi
2m
West Jennings Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 177.3 mi, about 3h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newburgh, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on West Jennings Street
0.4 mi·54 sec·West Jennings Street
2
Turn slight right onto West State Route 662
2.1 mi·3 min·West State Route 662
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
4
Merge onto I 69
15 mi·16 min·I 69
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 21BToward I 64 West: Saint LouisUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 64
4.1 mi·4 min·I 64
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 25BToward US 41 North: Terre Haute
8
Merge onto US 41
39 mi·45 min·US 41
9
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.
10
Turn straight onto SR 63
63 mi·1 hr 20 min·SR 63
Toward Chicago
11
Continue on US 41
81 mi·1 hr 45 min·US 41
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 41
6.4 mi·13 min·Indianapolis Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.0 mi·2 min·173rd Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi·22 sec·Columbia Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Columbia Avenue
Trip Plan
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 135.3 miles from Newburgh, IN, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 177.3 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 60 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.3 miles or 2h 52m 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 44m
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 Newburgh, 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 Newburgh, IN
This is one driving day of about 270.7 miles and 5h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Newburgh, 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 177.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.3 mi from Newburgh, IN
· 2h 52m 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.
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...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
$20
near mile 270.7
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
81.2
1
$28.42
$12.99
Efficient EV
67.7
0
$23.69
$10.83
EV Truck/SUV
108.3
1
$37.90
$17.32
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Newburgh, IN
Evening
in Newburgh on Thursday
Local time
5:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hammond, IN
Evening
in Hammond on Thursday
Local time
5:06 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
8 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 55m 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 Newburgh, IN to Hammond, IN covers 270.7 miles and takes about 5h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 41, SR 63, I 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.3 miles from Newburgh, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.32 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 270.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Newburgh, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
