Hammond, Indiana to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223 miles 358.9 km · straight line
278.7 miles estimated 448.6 km · driving distance
5h 36min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hammond, Indiana from Waterford?

The distance from Hammond, Indiana to Waterford is 223 miles (358.9 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located ENE of Hammond, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 278.7 miles, taking about 5h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Hammond, Indiana in Indiana and Waterford in Michigan.

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 Waterford. 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 Hammond, Indiana to Waterford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 36min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 43min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 19min $33–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hammond, Indiana & Waterford

Quick Facts

Hammond, Indiana
41.58°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
183m elevation
Waterford
42.69°N, 83.41°W
America/Detroit
294m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients