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Trip from Winamac, 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

1h 53m

Distance

81.3 mi

131 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 45m ★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m

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

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Winamac, IN

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Trip Overview

This 81.3-mile drive from Winamac, IN to Hammond, IN is a straightforward, one-day trip, easily completed in about 1 hour and 53 minutes. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it's an economical option for a short excursion within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes local roads, including Lincoln Highway and North Monticello Street, with a smaller portion on I-80, suggesting a driving experience that's more about navigating local thoroughfares than open highway cruising. This trip offers a practical way to cover ground without a significant time commitment or financial outlay, making it ideal for a quick journey between these Indiana communities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.6 miles from Winamac, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Lincoln Highway 15.5 mi 20m
I 80 13.6 mi 19m
North Monticello Street 10.5 mi 15m
Indiana Toll Road 9.5 mi 11m
S 200 W 8.6 mi 11m
State Road 39 4.6 mi 6m
East 600 S 4 mi 5m
West 600 South 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Lincoln Highway — 15.5 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 35

10 mi · 15 min · North Monticello Street
2

Continue on US 35; SR 10

1.4 mi · 1 min · S 400 E
3

Turn left onto SR 10

4.0 mi · 5 min · East 600 S
4

Continue on SR 10

2.0 mi · 2 min · West 600 South
5

Turn right onto SR 39

8.6 mi · 11 min · S 200 W
6

Continue on SR 39

4.6 mi · 6 min · State Road 39
7

Turn left onto US 30

15 mi · 20 min · Lincoln Highway
8

Take the exit

9.2 mi · 13 min
Toward SR 49 North, SR 2 East: Valparaiso, Chesterton
9

Turn left

394 ft · 9 sec
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
10

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · this road
11

Continue on this road

411 ft · 10 sec · this road
Toward I 80, I 90: Toll Road
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago Use the straight lane.
13

Merge onto I 80; I 90

9.5 mi · 11 min · Indiana Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit onto I 80

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 80
Exit 21 Toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

0.1 mi · 13 sec · I 80
Toward I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

13 mi · 17 min · I 80
Toward I 94 West, I 80 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 2 Toward SR 152 North, US 41 South: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
18

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward SR 152 North: Indianapolis Boulevard Use the slight left lane.
19

Turn straight onto SR 152

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
20

Turn left onto 173rd Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · 173rd Street
Use the left lane.
21

Turn right onto Columbia Avenue

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Columbia Avenue
22

Arrive at destination

Columbia Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of 1 hour and 53 minutes, this drive is best tackled as a single-day trip, offering plenty of flexibility for departure time. With a fuel cost around $13, you won't need to worry about frequent stops for gas. Plan for a day with numerous turns; keep your navigation handy and be prepared to make frequent adjustments. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 15.5 miles on Lincoln Highway, so consider this your primary window for a brief stretch or a quick snack if needed, as other segments may involve more frequent changes in direction.

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 40.6 miles from Winamac, IN, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.5 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 18 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 40.6 miles or 56m 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 34m

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 Winamac, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Winamac, IN

This is one driving day of about 81.3 miles and 1h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Winamac, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Lincoln Highway for about 15.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Porter County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Valparaiso, IN

41 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

North Judson, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Westville, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.6 miles from Winamac, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Giovanni's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Munster, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81.3

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12198366220

Visit website

Uptown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Valparaiso, Indiana

1.7 mi

Pesto's Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Valparaiso, Indiana

2.3 mi

Giovanni's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81.3

Munster, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12198366220

Visit website

Uptown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 46.4

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 5:30 am–3:30 pm

+12192992742

Visit website

Pesto's Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 52.3

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+12194620993

Visit website

Albano's Pasta Shop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 46.4

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12192429160

Visit website

Blackbird Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 46.4

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12195482811

Visit website

Grindhouse Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 75.5

Highland, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12195136153

Visit website

Main + Lincoln Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $50 to $10 mile 46.4

Valparaiso, Indiana

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12195105548

Visit website

Sip Coffee House highland

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 81.3

Highland, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12195950314

Visit website

Moraine Nature Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 52.3

Valparaiso, Indiana

+12199819183

Visit website

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 56.1 and 79.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
56.1 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
8
65.9 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in | I 80

Take the exit onto I 80 toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 21 Toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines
8
66.5 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in | I 80

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East
8
66.6 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in | I 80

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 toward I 94 West, I 80 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 94 West, I 80 West
8
79.4 mi into trip | ~1h 48m 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...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.71 one way

$25.42 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $13.96 $27.91
premium $4.89 $15.65 $31.29
diesel $5.61 $17.95 $35.90

Estimated Tolls: $0.67

Indiana Toll Road (9.5 mi) $0.67

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.4 0 $8.54 $3.90
Efficient EV 20.3 0 $7.11 $3.25
EV Truck/SUV 32.5 0 $11.38 $5.20

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Winamac, IN

Late night in Winamac on Sunday

Local time

2:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hammond, IN

Late night in Hammond on Sunday

Local time

1:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

50°F

Valparaiso, IN

41 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

4 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

1h 53m 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

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 near mile 58.9
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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 17% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion navigating through local streets, with Lincoln Highway being a prominent part of the experience. The longest stretch without a turn or change in road type is 15.5 miles on Lincoln Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be frequently adjusting your course, making it feel more like a series of interconnected local roads rather than a high-speed transit.

Only 17% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.5 mi on Lincoln Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 56.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.3 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 56.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.9 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.5 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Winamac, IN to Hammond, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Chesterton along the way.

Chesterton

46.6 mi in | ~1h 4m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 81.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 15.5 miles on Lincoln Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.67 in tolls one way, starting with Indiana Toll Road. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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.

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 56.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.9 miles (I 80): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.5 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

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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