Origin
Pierceton, IN
Evening in Pierceton on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pierceton, IN to Hammond, IN
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
107.8 mi
174 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 15m
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6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
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 Pierceton to Hammond, you are looking at a 107.8-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 24 minutes behind the wheel to complete this trek. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $16 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since both cities are located within Indiana, the drive remains entirely in-state, offering a consistent regional feel as you head toward the northwestern corner of the state.
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
53.9 miles from Pierceton, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that transitions into a more direct highway experience. You will spend the vast majority of your time on local roads, as only 13% of this route consists of highway travel. The longest uninterrupted portion of your trip occurs on Lake City Highway, covering 72.9 miles of the journey. Once you move off that stretch, you will navigate via I-80 and the Indiana Toll Road to reach your destination. Be prepared for the shift in pace as you move from the initial local segments onto the higher-speed toll road infrastructure.
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.
Lake City Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 72.9 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 82.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 107.8 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 82.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.4 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
82.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
8
92.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
|
I 80
Take the exit onto I 80 toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines
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 21
Toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines
8
93 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
|
I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East
8
93.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
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I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 toward I 94 West, I 80 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 West, I 80 West
8
106 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m 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...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Pierceton, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterton along the way.
Chesterton
73.1 mi in
|
~1h 35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lake City Highway | 72.9 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 80 | 13.6 mi | 19m |
| Indiana Toll Road | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| 173rd Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Indianapolis Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Columbia Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lake City Highway
— 72.9 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierceton, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on SR 13
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 30
73 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Lake City Highway
3
Take the exit
9.2 mi
·
13 min
Toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Chesterton
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left
394 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
5
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
6
Continue on this road
411 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 80; I 90
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Indiana Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 80
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
Exit 21
Toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 80
Toward I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
13 mi
·
17 min
·
I 80
Toward I 94 West, I 80 West
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
Use the none lane.
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
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. With no mandatory stops built into the 107.8-mile route, you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep in mind that because the majority of the route is local, traffic patterns can shift, so check your navigation before heading out to account for any unexpected congestion. Given that the longest stretch is on Lake City Highway, ensure you are fueled up before hitting that 72.9-mile segment to avoid unnecessary interruptions. Enjoy the straightforward nature of this Indiana drive, which keeps logistics simple and stress-free.
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 53.9 miles from Pierceton, IN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.9 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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 10m 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 56m
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 Pierceton, 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 Pierceton, IN
This is one driving day of about 107.8 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pierceton, 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 Lake City Highway for about 72.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.9 mi from Pierceton, IN · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 53.9 miles from Pierceton, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Lake City Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.9 miles.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.37 one way
$32.75 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $18.05 | $36.10 |
| premium | $4.80 | $20.35 | $40.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.95 | $47.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.67
Indiana Toll Road
(9.5 mi)
$0.67
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.32 | $5.17 |
| Efficient EV | 27 | 0 | $9.43 | $4.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.09 | $6.90 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Hammond, IN
Evening in Hammond on Sunday
Local time
6:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
20 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 24m 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 Pierceton, IN to Hammond, IN covers 107.8 miles and takes about 2h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lake City Highway, I 80, Indiana Toll Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.9 miles from Pierceton, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.37 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 107.8 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 82.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.4 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Pierceton, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterton along the way.
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