Trip from Knox, IN to Hammond, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 38m

Distance

191.3 mi

308 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 26m ★

6 AM

3h 38m

8 AM

4h 3m

10 AM

3h 47m

12 PM

3h 45m

3 PM

3h 48m

5 PM

4h 2m

8 PM

3h 31m

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

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city in Center Township, Starke County, Indiana, United States

Knox, IN

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Trip Overview

This 191.3-mile drive from Knox, Indiana, to Hammond, Indiana, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 38 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-65, I-70, and I-465, this route is heavily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel within the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $30, it's an economical option for a day trip. The drive is designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss, offering a practical transit solution.

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

95.7 miles from Knox, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	129.1 mi	2h 20m
I 70	25 mi	27m
I 465	11.1 mi	12m
Borman Expressway	8 mi	10m
I 69	6.1 mi	7m
I 865	5 mi	5m
McCullum	1.2 mi	1m
173rd Street	1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 129.1 mi, about 2h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on South Grant City Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Grant City Road

Turn left onto SR 109

1.2 mi · 1 min · McCullum

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Merge onto I 70

25 mi · 27 min · I 70

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 25 sec

Exit 90 Toward I 465 South, I 465 North Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 53 sec

Toward I 465 North Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 69; I 465

6.1 mi · 7 min · I 69; I 465

Keep slight left at fork onto I 465

0.3 mi · 19 sec · I 465

Continue on I-465 WB

0.8 mi · 56 sec · I-465 WB

Continue on I 465

11 mi · 12 min · I 465

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 865

5.0 mi · 5 min · I 865

Exit 25 Toward I 865 West: Chicago

Merge onto I 65; US 52

12 mi · 13 min · I 65; US 52

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 52

0.2 mi · 15 sec · US 52

Exit 141 Toward US 52 West

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 9 sec

Merge onto I 65

117 mi · 2 hr 7 min · I 65

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.4 mi · 2 min

Exit 259A Toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6

8.0 mi · 10 min · Borman Expressway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Exit 2 Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight left lane.

Turn straight onto SR 152

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard

Turn left onto 173rd Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · 173rd Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Columbia Avenue

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Columbia Avenue

Arrive at destination

Columbia Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 3-hour and 38-minute duration for this 191.3-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Hammond with plenty of time for your afternoon activities. With only one designated stop in the plan, consider breaking up the longest stretch of 129.1 miles on I-65 to refuel or stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $30, so ensure you have enough before embarking on the longer interstate segments.

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 95.7 miles from Knox, IN, or about 1h 48m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.1 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 42 miles or 49m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 95.7 miles or 1h 48m 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 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hammond, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Knox, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Knox, IN

This is one driving day of about 191.3 miles and 3h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Knox, 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 65 for about 129.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lafayette, IN

96 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

Carmel, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lafayette, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 95.7 miles from Knox, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.1 miles.

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

Bob Evans

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Greenfield, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.7

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13174670342

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Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Greenfield, Indiana

0.7 mi

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.1 mi

Bob Evans

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.7

Greenfield, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13174670342

Visit website

Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 13.7

Greenfield, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13177327567

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 27.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13178971042

Visit website

Somos Familia Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+13176692057

Visit website

3 in 1 Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13179855091

Visit website

Giovanni's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 191.3

Munster, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12198366220

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 95.7

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17654477700

Visit website

Food King Chinese Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:15 am–9 pm

+13178431066

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 26.9 and 189.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

26.9 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward I 465 South, I 465 North

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 90 Toward I 465 South, I 465 North

27.1 mi into trip | ~31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 465 North

180.1 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in

Take the exit toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago

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 259A Toward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Chicago

189.5 mi into trip | ~3h 34m 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...

189.7 mi into trip | ~3h 34m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.91 one way

$59.82 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$32.84	$65.67
premium	$4.89	$36.81	$73.63
diesel	$5.61	$42.24	$84.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	57.4	$20.09	$9.18
Efficient EV	47.8	$16.74	$7.65
EV Truck/SUV	76.5	$26.78	$12.24

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

22 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 15, 2026

Origin

Knox, IN

Late night in Knox on Sunday

Local time

12:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hammond, IN

Night in Hammond on Saturday

Local time

11:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lafayette, IN

96 mi in

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

3 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

3h 38m 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...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour $20 near mile 178.1

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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, with 97% of the drive taking place on interstates. The main arteries of I-65, I-70, and I-465 will carry you for the majority of the 191.3 miles. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 129.1 miles on I-65, which means extended periods of consistent driving. This route prioritizes speed and efficiency over scenic detours, offering a predictable driving rhythm.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 129.1 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 191.3 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: at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 180.1 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 3h 38m. Total distance: 191.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 129.1 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Hammond, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Knox, IN to Hammond, IN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Bob Evans

Bob Evans

Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Somos Familia Mexican Restaurant

3 in 1 Restaurant

Giovanni's Restaurant

Sonic Drive-In

Food King Chinese Restaurant

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Knox, IN

Hammond, IN

1 hour earlier

3 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 38m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Indiana Dunes National Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

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