Frankfort, Kentucky to Hammond, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

272 miles 437.8 km · straight line
340.1 miles estimated 547.3 km · driving distance
6h 50min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
330° NNW bearing direction

How far is Frankfort, Kentucky from Hammond, Indiana?

The distance from Frankfort, Kentucky to Hammond, Indiana is 272 miles (437.8 km) as the crow flies. Hammond, Indiana is located NNW of Frankfort, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 340.1 miles, taking about 6h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Frankfort, Kentucky in Kentucky and Hammond, Indiana in Indiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frankfort, Kentucky 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 Frankfort, Kentucky to Hammond, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 50min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 12min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frankfort, Kentucky & Hammond, Indiana

Quick Facts

Frankfort, Kentucky
38.20°N, 84.87°W
America/New_York
155m 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 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients