Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
70.6 mi
114 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Photo: Sam McCool
The drive from Clarksville, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 70.6 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, East Tipton Street, US 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.8 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.3 miles from Clarksville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
This is a 1h 27m highway drive covering 70.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and East Tipton Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.8 miles on I 65.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and East Tipton Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Eastern Boulevard.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Eastern Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 31
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 50 East: North Vernon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 46.8 mi | 50m |
| East Tipton Street | 9 mi | 12m |
| US 50 | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Buckeye Street | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| West Walnut Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Eastern Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 31 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East County Road 540 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, IN and Nebraska, IN.
Start on East Brooks Avenue
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
Turn left onto US 31
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 50
Enter roundabout
Continue
Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
Continue on West Walnut Street
Turn right onto Buckeye Street
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Continue on US 50
Turn left onto East County Road 540 North
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 70.6 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.3 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nebraska, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Clarksville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clarksville, IN
This is one driving day of about 70.6 miles and 1h 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.3 mi from Clarksville, IN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 70.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.3 miles from Clarksville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Nebraska, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Nebraska, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.72 one way
$21.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.82 | $23.64 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.33 | $26.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.68 | $31.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.88 | $4.52 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Clarksville on Saturday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Nebraska on Saturday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
76°F
Cincinnati, OH
35 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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