East Chicago to Hammond, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

4.5 miles 7.3 km · straight line
5.9 miles estimated 9.5 km · driving distance
7min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is East Chicago from Hammond, Indiana?

The distance from East Chicago to Hammond, Indiana is 4.5 miles (7.3 km) as the crow flies. Hammond, Indiana is located SSW of East Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 5.9 miles, taking about 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for East Chicago and Hammond, Indiana. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from East Chicago to Hammond, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

East Chicago
41.64°N, 87.45°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
Hammond, Indiana
41.58°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 2 hours of non-stop walking
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients