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Trip from Simonton Lake, IN to Hammond, IN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 43m

Distance

88 mi

142 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

35 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 36m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m

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

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Downtown Simonton Lake, IN, IN

Simonton Lake, IN

Tommes Frites

Trip Overview

The drive from Simonton Lake, IN to Hammond, IN covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Indiana Toll Road, I 80, Cassopolis Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.7 miles on Indiana Toll Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.76 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

44 miles from Simonton Lake, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 88 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 1h 43m drive with frequent turns across 88 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Indiana Toll Road is the longest continuous segment at about 70.7 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 72.6 miles in near I 80.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88 miles you will encounter 11 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 72.6 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.2 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.3 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

8
72.6 mi into trip | ~1h 20m 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
73.2 mi into trip | ~1h 21m 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
73.3 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | 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
86.1 mi into trip | ~1h 39m 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
86.4 mi into trip | ~1h 39m 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

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Indiana Toll Road 70.7 mi 1h 16m
I 80 13.6 mi 19m
Cassopolis Street 1.4 mi 2m
173rd Street 1 mi 2m
Indianapolis Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
Columbia Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Indiana Toll Road — 70.7 mi, about 1h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on SR 19

1.4 mi · 2 min · Cassopolis Street
2

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
3

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 22 sec · this road
Toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
4

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
5

Merge onto I 80; I 90

71 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Indiana Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

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.
7

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.
8

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.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 2 Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight left lane.
11

Turn straight onto SR 152

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
12

Turn left onto 173rd Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · 173rd Street
Use the left lane.
13

Turn right onto Columbia Avenue

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Columbia Avenue
14

Arrive at destination

Columbia Avenue

Trip Plan

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 44 miles from Simonton Lake, IN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.7 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 19 miles or 21m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 44 miles or 49m 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 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 Simonton Lake, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Simonton Lake, IN

This is one driving day of about 88 miles and 1h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Simonton Lake, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Indiana Toll Road for about 70.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 44 mi from Simonton Lake, IN · 49m into the drive

city in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

LaPorte, IN

44 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

South Bend, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

LaPorte, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44 miles from Simonton Lake, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Indiana Toll Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.7 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Giovanni's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Munster, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 88

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12198366220

Visit website

T's Pizza & Family Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hobart, Indiana

3 mi

Giovanni's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 88

Munster, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12198366220

Visit website

T's Pizza & Family Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 75.4

Hobart, Indiana

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+12199422424

Visit website

Liang's Garden Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 88

Lansing, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+17084748100

Visit website

Dixie Kitchen and Bait Shop

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 88

Lansing, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:45 pm

+17084741378

Visit website

The Skillet Restaurant and Catering

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.6

South Bend, Indiana

Hours: 3–7 pm

+15742346069

Visit website

Saul's Chicago Style Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 88

East Chicago, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12192568232

Visit website

Steelyard Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Elkhart, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15743276972

Visit website

Generations Adventureplex

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 12.6

Mishawaka, Indiana

Hours: 3–9 pm

+15748551095

Visit website

Unity Gardens Inc.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 18.9

South Bend, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+15742222266

Visit website

Moraine Nature Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 62.9

Valparaiso, Indiana

+12199819183

Visit website

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

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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 near mile 63.7
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

$13.76 one way

$27.52 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $15.11 $30.21
premium $4.89 $16.93 $33.87
diesel $5.61 $19.43 $38.86

Estimated Tolls: $4.95

Indiana Toll Road (70.7 mi) $4.95

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

$14

Tolls

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

35 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Michigan City - Tesla Supercharger

Michigan City, IN

Tesla

20 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Mishawaka, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Eddy Street Commons Parking Garage - Tesla Supercharger

South Bend, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Indian Boundary Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Chesterton, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Munster, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Henry Schricker Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Elkhart, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

George N Craig Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Elkhart, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Wilbur Shaw Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Rolling Prairie, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 12 ChargePoint Network: 7 RED_E: 6 EV Connect: 2 Blink Network: 2 Electrify America: 2 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1 IN_CHARGE: 1 BP_PULSE: 1 Non-Networked: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.4 0 $9.24 $4.22
Efficient EV 22 0 $7.70 $3.52
EV Truck/SUV 35.2 0 $12.32 $5.63

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Simonton Lake, IN

Night in Simonton Lake on Thursday

Local time

11:13 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hammond, IN

Night in Hammond on Thursday

Local time

10:13 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

1 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 43m 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 Simonton Lake, IN to Hammond, IN covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Indiana Toll Road, I 80, Cassopolis Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44 miles from Simonton Lake, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.76 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 88 miles you will encounter 11 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 72.6 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.2 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.3 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Simonton Lake, IN to Hammond, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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