Origin
Nebraska, IN
Night in Nebraska on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
116.3 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
★
6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Bicknell, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN covers 116.3 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on the route, Buckeye Street, East Walnut Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.18 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
58.1 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 53m drive with frequent turns across 116.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
the route 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 Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN is easy. At 2h 53m 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 Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| the route | — | — |
| Buckeye Street | — | — |
| East Walnut Street | — | — |
| West Commerce Street | — | — |
| H Street | — | — |
| 15th Street | — | — |
| M Street | — | — |
| 16th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
the route
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Bicknell, IN.
1
Start on East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
5 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
2
Turn right
8.6 mi
·
12 min
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
266 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
4
Exit the roundabout
135 ft
·
2 sec
5
Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Buckeye Street
6
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Walnut Street
7
Continue on Buckeye Street
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Buckeye Street
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
246 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
9
Exit the roundabout
22 mi
·
33 min
10
Turn right onto West Commerce Street
25 mi
·
35 min
·
West Commerce Street
11
Turn right onto H Street
407 ft
·
12 sec
·
H Street
12
Turn left onto 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
15th Street
13
Turn left onto M Street
413 ft
·
11 sec
·
M Street
14
Turn right onto 16th Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
16th Street
15
Turn right
3.9 mi
·
4 min
16
Turn left
5.3 mi
·
7 min
17
Continue straight
17 mi
·
25 min
18
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
19
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
20
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
11 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward SR 58: Elnora, Odon
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
SR 58: Elnora, Odon
22
Turn right
0.9 mi
·
1 min
23
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
3 min
24
Turn left
3.5 mi
·
5 min
25
Continue straight
6.4 mi
·
11 min
26
At the end of the road, turn left onto 4th St
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
4th St
27
Continue on 11th Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
11th Street
28
Turn left onto Freelandville Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Freelandville Avenue
29
At the end of the road, turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East 3rd Street
30
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 58.1 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 1h 26m 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 26 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.1 miles or 1h 26m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bicknell, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Nebraska, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Nebraska, IN
This is one driving day of about 116.3 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Nebraska, 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 58.1 mi from Nebraska, IN · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.1 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bicknell, IN
The final approach into Bicknell, 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 Bicknell, 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
$18.18 one way
$36.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.96 | $39.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.38 | $44.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.68 | $51.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.21 | $5.58 |
| Efficient EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Bicknell, IN
Night in Bicknell on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Bedford, IN
58 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 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 53m 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 Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN covers 116.3 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are the route, Buckeye Street, East Walnut Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.1 miles from Nebraska, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.18 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 Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN is easy. At 2h 53m 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 Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Nebraska, IN to Bicknell, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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