Albion, IN to Hammond, IN is 124.6 miles and takes about 2h 47m via I 94 and Saint Joseph Valley Parkway, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, making it a straightforward drive between two Indiana locations. With a high percentage of highway driving, expect a relatively efficient journey. This route is best suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.3 miles from Albion, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
37.2 mi
43m
Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
22.4 mi
25m
US 33
20.3 mi
34m
West Western Avenue
13 mi
17m
US 20
11.6 mi
16m
US Highway 6
11.3 mi
15m
North 290 West
3.4 mi
3m
West Albion Road
2.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 37.2 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albion, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on West 300 North
217 ft·8 sec·West 300 North
2
Turn right onto North York Street
350 ft·20 sec·North York Street
3
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
0.2 mi·19 sec·West Jefferson Street
4
Continue on West Albion Road
2.4 mi·2 min·West Albion Road
5
Turn right onto North 290 West
3.4 mi·3 min·North 290 West
6
Turn left onto US 6
11 mi·15 min·US Highway 6
7
Turn right onto US 33; SR 13
20 mi·34 min·US 33; SR 13
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
9
Merge onto US 20
22 mi·25 min·Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward SR 2 West: La Porte
11
Continue on SR 2
13 mi·17 min·West Western Avenue
12
Continue on US 20
12 mi·16 min·US 20
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·43 sec
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
14
Merge onto I 94
37 mi·43 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 2Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis BoulevardUse the slight left lane.
17
Turn straight onto SR 152
0.3 mi·33 sec·Indianapolis Boulevard
18
Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.0 mi·2 min·173rd Street
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi·22 sec·Columbia Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Columbia Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the comfortable 2h 47m duration, you have plenty of flexibility with this drive. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost estimate of $19, planning your fuel and rest breaks should be straightforward. Keep an eye on I 94 for potential traffic, especially as you approach the Hammond area, as this is a common thoroughfare for commuters and commercial traffic.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.3 miles from Albion, IN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.2 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 27 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.3 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 18m
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 Albion, 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 Albion, IN
This is one driving day of about 124.6 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Albion, 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 I 94 for about 37.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 123.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|North York Street
Turn right onto North York Street
Navigation decision point
6
17.4 mi into trip|~23m in|US 33; SR 13
Turn right onto US 33; SR 13
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
122.7 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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
122.9 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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
6
123.4 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|173rd Street
Turn left onto 173rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.48 one way
$38.96 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.39
$42.78
premium
$4.89
$23.98
$47.96
diesel
$5.61
$27.51
$55.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.4
0
$13.08
$5.98
Efficient EV
31.2
0
$10.90
$4.98
EV Truck/SUV
49.8
0
$17.44
$7.97
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Albion, IN
Night
in Albion on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hammond, IN
Night
in Hammond on Saturday
Local time
9:46 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
17 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
2h 47m 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.
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
$20
near mile 103.1
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the route utilizing major roads like I 94 and the Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. You'll experience stretches of efficient travel, including a longest uninterrupted segment of 37.2 miles on I 94. While the majority of the journey is on high-speed roadways, the inclusion of US 33 might offer a slight change of pace. Expect a consistent driving experience that prioritizes covering distance.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.2 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North York Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 124.6 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: near the start (North York Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (US 33; SR 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 124.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.2 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hammond, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North York Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (US 33; SR 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hammond, IN before heading back.
