This 173.9-mile drive from Shelburn, Indiana to Hammond, Indiana is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 1 minute on the road, making it a manageable trip for most. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $27. As both the origin and destination are within the Midwest region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. The primary roads you'll be using are US 41 and SR 63, leading into Indianapolis Boulevard for the final stretch. This route is best suited for those who prefer efficient travel over extensive sightseeing.
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
86.9 miles from Shelburn, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 1m. Total distance: 173.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
With 95% of this drive on highways, you're in for a predominantly high-speed experience. The route utilizes US 41 for a significant 102.3-mile stretch, offering a long, uninterrupted period of driving. You'll transition to SR 63 and then Indianapolis Boulevard, maintaining a consistent highway profile for most of the journey. This highway-focused character means you'll likely encounter steady traffic flow, making it a predictable drive. The road's personality is geared towards covering distance efficiently, rather than winding through small towns or scenic byways.
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 102.3 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 early in the drive near East Griffith Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 1m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Griffith Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Poplar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 48 / Jackson St): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Griffith Street
Turn left onto East Griffith Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|North Poplar Street
Turn right onto North Poplar Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip|~2m in|SR 48 / Jackson St
Turn left onto SR 48 / Jackson St
Navigation decision point
6
0.8 mi into trip|~3m in|US 41; US 150
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
172.7 mi into trip|~3h 58m 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 Shelburn, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
Chicago
22.4 mi in|~37m|via SR 63
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 41
102.3 mi
2h 20m
SR 63
63.3 mi
1h 20m
Indianapolis Boulevard
6.4 mi
13m
173rd Street
1 mi
2m
North Poplar Street
0.5 mi
1m
Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
East Griffith Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Jackson St
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 102.3 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shelburn, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on North Railroad Street
186 ft·12 sec·North Railroad Street
2
Turn left onto East Griffith Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·East Griffith Street
3
Turn right onto North Poplar Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North Poplar Street
4
Turn left onto SR 48
515 ft·15 sec·Jackson St
5
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
22 mi·34 min·US 41; US 150
Use 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 4-hour duration and 173.9-mile length, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip. Consider starting your journey in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you approach the Hammond area. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch without a turn is over 100 miles on US 41, so be sure to fuel up before embarking on that segment. The $27 fuel cost is a helpful budget marker for planning this efficient trip.
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 86.9 miles from Shelburn, IN, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.3 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 38 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.9 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 13m
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 Shelburn, 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 Shelburn, IN
This is one driving day of about 173.9 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Shelburn, 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 102.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.9 mi from Shelburn, IN
· 2h 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.
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...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
$20
near mile 167.9
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.19 one way
$54.37 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.85
$59.70
premium
$4.89
$33.47
$66.93
diesel
$5.61
$38.39
$76.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.2
0
$18.26
$8.35
Efficient EV
43.5
0
$15.22
$6.96
EV Truck/SUV
69.6
0
$24.35
$11.13
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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 17, 2026
Origin
Shelburn, IN
Night
in Shelburn on Friday
Local time
9:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hammond, IN
Evening
in Hammond on Friday
Local time
8:02 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
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
4h 1m 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 Shelburn, IN to Hammond, IN covers 173.9 miles and takes about 4h 1m 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 86.9 miles from Shelburn, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.19 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 4h 1m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Griffith Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Poplar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 48 / Jackson St): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Shelburn, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Indiana Dunes National Park.
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.
