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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Hammond to Elkhart. The train trip from Hammond to Elkhart is usually about 9 hours and 11 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 14 minutes.
Distance | 79 mi (127 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 14m |
Lowest price | $26.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Hammond to Elkhart?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Hammond to Elkhart was $31.33. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Elkhart if you book your train tickets at least 7 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $22.17.
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Which train should you take from Hammond to Elkhart?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Hammond to Elkhart. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 3 | 9h 11m | $44.61 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Hammond to Elkhart every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $26.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Hammond and Elkhart is approximately 79 miles, or 127 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 14 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hammond to Elkhart. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Hammond at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Hammond?
Main departure station: 1135 N Calumet Ave
There is one train station in Hammond.
All train stations in Hammond:
1135 N Calumet Ave
Where is the train station in Elkhart?
Main arrival station: 131 Tyler Ave
Elkhart has one train station.
All train stations in Elkhart:
131 Tyler Ave
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