East Chicago
in Lake County of Indiana, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
41.639 and -87.455 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 41° 38' 21" and W -87° 27' 17"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 12:32 AM (Monday)
Timezone: America/Chicago
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:38 am and 7:54 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-37.797 and 77.565 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Martin-de-Vivies
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-05-05 08:24:42

Delve into East Chicago

East Chicago in Lake County (Indiana) with it's 28,699 habitants is a city located in United States about 581 mi (or 934 km) west of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in East Chicago is now 12:32 AM (Monday). The local timezone is named America / Chicago with an UTC offset of -5 hours. We know of 8 airports closer to East Chicago, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Gary Chicago International Airport in a distance of 3 mi (or 4 km), South-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. We saw 3 points of interest near this location. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Crown Point, Chicago, Valparaiso, Joliet and Kankakee. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 17°C / 63 °F

Morning Temperature 10°C / 51 °F
Evening Temperature 16°C / 60 °F
Night Temperature 13°C / 56 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 69%
Air Pressure 1013 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 7 km/h (5 mph) from West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 98% of sky
General Conditions Overcast clouds

Monday, 6th of May 2024

20°C (68 °F)
13°C (55 °F)
Moderate rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Tuesday, 7th of May 2024

16°C (61 °F)
10°C (51 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Wednesday, 8th of May 2024

10°C (51 °F)
8°C (47 °F)
Moderate rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

AMERISTAR EAST CHICAGO CASINO AND HOTEL

Address
1,3 mi
777 AMERISTAR BOULEVARD
46312 East CHICAGO
United States

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Majestic Star Casino & Hotel

Address
1,5 mi
1 Buffington Harbor Dr
46406 Gary
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Southeast/Hammond IN

Address
4,6 mi
7720 Corinne Drive
46323 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Chicago Southeast/Hammond IN

Address
4,6 mi
7730 Corinne Drive
46323 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn Chicago Southeast/Hammond IN

Address
4,6 mi
7740 Corinne Drive
46323 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hampton Inn - Suites by Hilton Hammond IN

Address
4,6 mi
2842 Carlson Drive
46323 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Econo Lodge Hammond

Address
2,8 mi
4000 Calumet Avenue
46320 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


HOME-TOWNE LODGE HAMMOND

Address
5,0 mi
3844 179TH STREET
46323 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SUPER 8 HAMMOND-NORTH

Address
2,8 mi
4111 CALUMET AVE. (2) I-90 EXIT 5 TO CALUMET
46320 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


RAMADA HAMMOND CONF CENTER

Address
2,8 mi
4141 S CALUMET AVENUE
46320 Hammond
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Indiana Harbor Canal, East Chicago, Indiana EJ&E Lift Bridge Donald C Tugboat Norfolk Southern 7

Published: December 20, 2014
Length: 01:45 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: gravis346

Indiana Harbor Canal, East Chicago, Indiana - EJ&E Lift Bridge 631, Built 1913 (Raising, Lowering, Raising) - Norfolk Southern 7148 (GP60) - Donald C. Tugboat Pushing Barge Scherzer Rolling...


Indiana Harbor Belt 1509 at ArcelorMittal (Inland Steel), in East Chicago

Published: January 28, 2014
Length: 07:52 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: gravis346

This one caught me off guard as I was leaving, so it's short. Indiana Harbor Belt 1509 (GM-EMD SW1500 built in 1966), originally IHB 9206. at ArcelorMittal (Inland Steel), in East Chicago...


CSX 3129 and CSX 647 At ArcelorMittal (Inland Steel), In East Chicago, Indiana Harbor Belt Tracks

Published: January 28, 2014
Length: 58:37 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: gravis346

I am sorry for the the slightly unfocused camera (It was -2 degrees F) and I the camera was acting up, add to that the sun setting was not helping. But better than nothing. CSX 3129 and...


Iglesia de Dios (Israelita) East Chicago IN pesaj 2013

Published: March 26, 2013
Length: 10:44 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: jatz zuñiga


Hyron Edwards Highlight Mixtape

Published: May 26, 2013
Length: 59:19 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: TheIndianaRecruits

http://www.twitter.com/INBRecruits http://www.youtube.com/TheIndianaRecruits Highlight Mixtape of 5'11" PG Hyron Edwards of East Chicago Central High School (2015). Hyron currently holds...


Remote Controlled Industrial Locomotive Owned by ArcelorMittal in USA at work

Published: October 06, 2014
Length: 08:16 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: MN Sudarshan

Yes. This locomotive GMTX #115 a traditional industrial switcher, is of the series of Remote Controlled Industrial Locomotives owned by Arcelor Mittal Steel company which work at Areclor Mittal's...


Mary Morris Leonard Mayoral Run Announcement

Published: October 15, 2014
Length: 29:48 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Moving Forward With Mary

On Saturday, October 4, 2014, in front of a large crowd of family, friends and loyal supporters, East Chicago City Clerk Mary Morris Leonard announced her intent to run for Mayor.


Council Meeting 5-15-12 Cline Ave.mp4

Published: May 16, 2012
Length: 28:43 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Steve Segura

Special Meeting of the Common Council regarding the Cline Avenue Bridge rebuilding. Council voted and passed for a Toll Bridge to be built. The company was granted a 10 year tax abatement...


RACE AT CALUMET TOWER

Published: July 23, 2012
Length: 42:53 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Steven Shick

Two CSXT trains race eastward across the diamonds at Calumet Tower in East Chicago IL on July 22,2012. Trains where backed up both directions for a few hours...


Believe, Receive & Acheive

Published: October 10, 2014
Length: 22:39 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: GOD Blessed


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

East Chicago, Indiana

East Chicago is a city in Lake County, Indiana. The population was 29,698 at the 2010 census. It is the home of Marktown, Clayton Mark's planned worker community.

Located at 41.6389, -87.4622 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Cities in Indiana, Populated places in Lake County, Indiana, Inland port cities and towns of the United States, Populated places in the United States with Hispanic majority populations, Northwest Indiana, Chicago metropolitan area

Hammond, Indiana

Hammond is a city in Lake County, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The population was 80,830 at the 2010 census, replacing neighboring Gary as the most populous city in Lake County.

Located at 41.6111, -87.4931 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Populated places established in 1884, Hammond, Indiana, Cities in Indiana, Populated places in Lake County, Indiana, Northwest Indiana, Chicago metropolitan area

Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal

The Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal is an artificial waterway on the southwest shore of Lake Michigan, in East Chicago, Indiana which connects the Grand Calumet River to Lake Michigan. It consists of two branch canals, the 1.25 mile (2 km) Lake George Branch and the 2 mile (3 km) long Grand Calumet River Branch which join to form the main Indiana Harbor Canal.

Located at 41.6684, -87.4402 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Canals in Indiana, Ports and harbors of Indiana, Transportation in Lake County, Indiana, Buildings and structures in Lake County, Indiana

E. J. Block Athletic Field

E.J. Block Athletic Field is a stadium in East Chicago, Indiana. It is primarily used for baseball, and is the home field for Calumet College of St. Joseph's Crimson Wave Baseball team which play in the CCAC. It is also the home park of the East Chicago Central High School baseball team and the East Chicago Post 369 American Legion summer baseball team, respectively. It originally opened in 1942.

Located at 41.633, -87.4513 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Sports venues in Indiana, Minor league baseball venues

Majestic Star Casino

Majestic Star Casino is one of two casino gaming boats on Lake Michigan in Gary, Indiana's Buffington Harbor, owned and operated by The Majestic Star Casino, LLC. Majestic Star acquired the adjacent Trump Casino in 2007. The two boats each have three floors of gaming, with a combined 1,900 slot machines, table games, a high-limit VIP room, and a baccarat room. Dining options include a steakhouse and a buffet.

Located at 41.64, -87.42 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Culture of Gary, Indiana, Casinos in Indiana, Riverboat casinos, Visitor attractions in Lake County, Indiana

Bishop Noll Institute

Bishop Noll Institute is a private, Roman Catholic high school in Hammond, Indiana. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gary.

Located at 41.6274, -87.4926 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Roman Catholic secondary schools in Indiana, Educational institutions established in 1921, Schools in Lake County, Indiana

East Chicago (NICTD)

The East Chicago (NICTD) station is located on 5615 Indianapolis Boulevard in East Chicago, Indiana. The phone number is (219) 398-0055. It serves the South Shore Line commuter rail line from Chicago, Illinois to South Bend, Indiana. The station was built in 1956 as part of a South Shore Line project that took the tracks off the streets and placed them on an elevated roadbed, parallel to the Indiana Toll Road, in order to improve speed and mitigate traffic issues.

Located at 41.6119, -87.4794 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
NICTD stations in Indiana, Transportation in Lake County, Indiana, Railway stations opened in 1956, Buildings and structures in Lake County, Indiana

Ameristar Casino East Chicago

Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago is a riverboat casino in East Chicago, Indiana, docked at Indiana Harbor on Lake Michigan, owned and operated by Ameristar Casinos. The property features a 56,000-square-foot casino that offers 1,900 slot machines including reels, video reels and video poker; more than 40 table games; high limit table games; and a 288-room hotel.

Located at 41.6525, -87.4362 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Casinos in Indiana, Buildings and structures in Lake County, Indiana, Ameristar casinos, Visitor attractions in Lake County, Indiana


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
إيست شيكاغو, شیکاگوی شرقی، ایندیانا, Ист Чикаго, مشرقی شکاگو، انڈیانا