Origin
Stony Creek, IN
Afternoon in Stony Creek on Monday
Local time
1:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
111.5 mi
179 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
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6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN covers 111.5 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East County Line Road, County Road 40, County Road 38 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.94 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.8 miles from Stony Creek, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 7m drive with frequent turns across 111.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East County Line Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN is easy. At 2h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East County Line Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 40 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 38 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Kercher Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincolnway East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Pike Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Elkhart Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East County Line Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stony Creek, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on the route
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Turn right onto East County Line Road; South 1200 West
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East County Line Road; South 1200 West
3
Turn left onto County Road 40
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 40
4
Turn right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
5
Turn left onto County Road 38
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 38
6
Continue on East Kercher Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Kercher Road
7
Turn right onto Lincolnway East
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Lincolnway East
8
Continue on East Pike Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Pike Street
9
Continue on Elkhart Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Elkhart Road
10
Continue on Lincoln Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Highway
11
Continue on Elkhart Road
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Elkhart Road
12
Take the exit left
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
13
Merge slight left onto Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
14
Take the exit slight right toward SR 2 West: La Porte
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
SR 2 West: La Porte
15
Continue on West Western Avenue
13 mi
·
17 min
·
West Western Avenue
16
Continue straight
12 mi
·
16 min
17
Take the exit straight toward I 94 West: Chicago
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 94 West: Chicago
18
Merge slight left
37 mi
·
43 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard
20
Keep slight left to continue on SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard
21
Turn straight onto Indianapolis Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Indianapolis Boulevard
22
Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
173rd Street
23
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Columbia Avenue
24
Arrive at your destination
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 55.8 miles from Stony Creek, IN, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.8 miles or 1h 3m 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 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 Stony Creek, 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 Stony Creek, IN
This is one driving day of about 111.5 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stony Creek, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.8 mi from Stony Creek, IN · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 55.8 miles from Stony Creek, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.94 one way
$33.87 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
| premium | $4.80 | $21.05 | $42.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.77 | $49.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.71 | $5.35 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.61 | $7.14 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Hammond, IN
Afternoon in Hammond on Monday
Local time
12:30 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 7m 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 Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN covers 111.5 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East County Line Road, County Road 40, County Road 38. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.8 miles from Stony Creek, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.94 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.
The drive from Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN is easy. At 2h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Stony Creek, IN to Hammond, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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