Origin
Fort Branch, IN
Afternoon in Fort Branch on Sunday
Local time
12:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
179.8 mi
289 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Photo: Sam McCool
Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 179.8 miles and takes about 2h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Park Street, State Road 168, I 64 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.31 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.9 miles from Fort Branch, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 55m drive with frequent turns across 179.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Park Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN is easy. At 2h 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Park Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Road 168 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 265 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 65 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Tipton Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Park Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Branch, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on North West Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
North West Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Park Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Park Street
3
Continue on State Road 168
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
State Road 168
4
Turn right
6.2 mi
·
8 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 64 East
6
Merge slight left
97 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 265 East, SR 62 East
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 65 North: Indianapolis
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 65 North: Indianapolis
10
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
46 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 50 East: North Vernon
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 50 East: North Vernon
12
Turn right onto East Tipton Street
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
East Tipton Street
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
14
Exit the roundabout
207 ft
·
4 sec
15
Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Buckeye Street
16
Continue on West Walnut Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Walnut Street
17
Turn right onto Buckeye Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Buckeye Street
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
19
Exit the roundabout
8.6 mi
·
12 min
20
Turn left onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 89.9 miles from Fort Branch, IN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.9 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nebraska, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Branch, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Fort Branch, IN
This is one driving day of about 179.8 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Branch, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.9 mi from Fort Branch, IN · 1h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 89.9 miles from Fort Branch, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nebraska, IN
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.31 one way
$54.62 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.11 | $60.21 |
| premium | $4.80 | $33.94 | $67.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.95 | $79.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.9 | 0 | $18.88 | $8.63 |
| Efficient EV | 45 | 0 | $15.73 | $7.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.9 | 0 | $25.17 | $11.51 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Nebraska, IN
Afternoon in Nebraska on Sunday
Local time
1:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 179.8 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Park Street, State Road 168, I 64 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.9 miles from Fort Branch, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN is easy. At 2h 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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