This 165.4-mile drive from Miller, Indiana, to Hammond, Indiana, is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 3 hours and 14 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, including I-65 and the Borman Expressway, giving it a decidedly highway-focused profile. With a fuel cost estimated at $26, this trip is budget-friendly for a full day's travel. The route keeps you within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward journey. Consider this a convenient option if you're looking for a direct and efficient trip 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
82.7 miles from Miller, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
134.7 mi
2h 26m
Borman Expressway
8 mi
10m
I 74
6.9 mi
8m
65
3.9 mi
4m
North Paddock Road
2 mi
4m
Mooresville Road
1.6 mi
2m
South High School Road
1.5 mi
2m
173rd Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 134.7 mi, about 2h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miller, IN and Hammond, IN.
1
Start on Forest Drive
0.1 mi·36 sec·Forest Drive
2
Turn right onto East Landersdale Road
0.3 mi·48 sec·East Landersdale Road
3
Turn right onto North Paddock Road
2.0 mi·4 min·North Paddock Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto South Mooresville Road
0.5 mi·55 sec·South Mooresville Road
5
Continue on Mooresville Road
1.6 mi·2 min·Mooresville Road
6
Continue on South High School Road
1.5 mi·2 min·South High School Road
7
Turn slight right onto SR 67
0.8 mi·1 min·Kentucky Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
9
Merge onto I 74; I 465
6.9 mi·8 min·I 74; I 465
10
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
3.9 mi·4 min·65
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi·2 min
Exit 20Toward I 65 North: ChicagoUse the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 65
18 mi·19 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi·15 sec·US 52
Exit 141Toward US 52 West
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·9 sec
15
Merge onto I 65
117 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
1.4 mi·2 min
Exit 259AToward I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: ChicagoUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6
8.0 mi·10 min·Borman Expressway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 2Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis BoulevardUse the slight left lane.
20
Turn straight onto SR 152
0.3 mi·33 sec·Indianapolis Boulevard
21
Turn left onto 173rd Street
1.0 mi·2 min·173rd Street
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
0.2 mi·22 sec·Columbia Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Columbia Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour, 14-minute duration, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion in urban areas. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to take breaks as needed, but keeping fuel in mind is practical since the longest stretch is over 130 miles. Plan for the estimated $26 fuel cost. A specific tip for this route: be aware of the transition from I-65 to the Borman Expressway, as this is a key point where traffic patterns can change.
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 82.7 miles from Miller, IN, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 134.7 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 36 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.7 miles or 1h 38m 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 35m
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 Miller, 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 Miller, IN
This is one driving day of about 165.4 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Miller, 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 134.7 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 14.1 and 163.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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14.1 mi into trip|~21m in|65
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
18 mi into trip|~26m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 20
Toward I 65 North: Chicago
8
154.2 mi into trip|~2h 56m 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
8
163.6 mi into trip|~3h 9m 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...
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163.8 mi into trip|~3h 10m 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
$25.86 one way
$51.72 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.39
$56.78
premium
$4.89
$31.83
$63.66
diesel
$5.61
$36.52
$73.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.6
0
$17.37
$7.94
Efficient EV
41.4
0
$14.47
$6.62
EV Truck/SUV
66.2
0
$23.16
$10.59
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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 17, 2026
Origin
Miller, IN
Late night
in Miller on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hammond, IN
Night
in Hammond on Saturday
Local time
11:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Lafayette, IN
83 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
7 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 14m 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...
13 mi from route
~31 min detour
$20
near mile 154
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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 91% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 134.7 miles on I-65, meaning you'll be in a consistent driving rhythm for a substantial period. This route emphasizes efficient travel over scenic detours, offering a practical way to cover ground. While it’s a highway-centric journey, the shift between I-65, the Borman Expressway, and I-74 will provide some variation in your immediate surroundings.
91% 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: 134.7 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Borman Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.1 miles in near 65.
Driving Effort10/10
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 16 significant decision points across 165.4 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 14.1 miles (65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 154.2 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 14m. Total distance: 165.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 134.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles (65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 154.2 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Hammond, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
