Hammond, Indiana to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.9 miles 399 km · straight line
272.2 miles actual route 438 km · driving distance
5h 9min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Hammond, Indiana from Louisville?

The distance from Hammond, Indiana to Louisville is 247.9 miles (399 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located SSE of Hammond, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.2 miles, taking about 5h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Hammond, Indiana in Indiana and Louisville in Kentucky.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hammond, Indiana and Louisville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hammond, Indiana to Louisville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 9min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 11min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~4h 54min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hammond, Indiana & Louisville

Quick Facts

Hammond, Indiana
41.58°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM