Origin
Hammond, IN
Late night in Hammond on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hammond, IN to Long Beach, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Beach, IN
Wolfgang Weiser
Trip Overview
Hammond, IN to Long Beach, IN is 39.2 miles and takes about 59m via Borman Expressway and US 20/12, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive entirely within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Indiana. Given its brevity, it's ideal for a quick getaway or an easy leg of a larger trip. The route primarily utilizes major expressways and US highways, making it a predictable and efficient journey. You'll find it's a practical choice for those looking for a low-stress drive with minimal navigation challenges.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Borman Expressway | 19.6 mi | 24m |
| US 20 | 9.4 mi | 13m |
| US-12 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Dunes Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Michigan Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 2nd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 173rd Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Borman Expressway
— 19.6 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond, IN and Long Beach, IN.
1
Start on Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Columbia Avenue
2
Turn left onto 173rd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
173rd Street
3
Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southeastern Avenue
4
Turn left onto 175th Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
175th Street
5
Turn right onto SR 152
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Indianapolis Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Detroit
7
Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Borman Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 22B
Toward US 20 East: Porter
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 20
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
US 20
10
Turn left onto SR 520
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Maple Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Dunes Highway
12
Turn straight onto US 12
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US-12
13
Continue on US 12
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
14
Continue on US 12
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Michigan Boulevard
15
Continue on US 12
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street
16
Continue on US 12
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US-12
17
Turn left onto North Karwick Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Karwick Road
18
Continue on Avondale Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Avondale Drive
19
Turn left onto Oriole Trail
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Oriole Trail
20
Turn left onto Somerset Road
209 ft
·
9 sec
·
Somerset Road
21
Continue on Somerset Road
259 ft
·
11 sec
·
Somerset Road
22
Arrive at destination
Claremont Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Hammond, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 39.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
173rd Street
Turn left onto 173rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway
Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
21.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward US 20 East: Porter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 22B
Toward US 20 East: Porter
5
39 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Oriole Trail
Turn left onto Oriole Trail
Navigation decision point
5
39.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Somerset Road
Turn left onto Somerset Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.13 one way
$12.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.54 | $15.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Long Beach, IN
Late night in Long Beach on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 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
59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly focused on highway travel, with about 80% of the route on major roads like the Borman Expressway and US 20/12. You can expect a fairly consistent experience for much of the 39.2 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.6 miles on the Borman Expressway, offering a chance to settle in and maintain a steady speed. While primarily highway-focused, be prepared for transitions as you approach your destination. The road character is less about winding byways and more about efficient transit.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.6 mi on Borman Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Borman Expressway and US 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near 173rd Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 59m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (173rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.6 miles on Borman Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (173rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 80; I 94; US 6 / Borman Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Long Beach, IN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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