Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
71.1 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Photo: Kelly
The drive from Nebraska, IN to Clarksville, IN covers 71.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, US 50, Buckeye Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.80 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
35.5 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 71.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and US 50. The longest continuous stretch is about 47 miles on I 65.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 50. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 28m 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 (US 50): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 50
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East Brooks Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 47 mi | 50m |
| US 50 | 17.9 mi | 25m |
| Buckeye Street | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| East Walnut Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| US 31 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eastern Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East County Road 540 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Brooks Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Clarksville, IN.
Start on East County Road 540 North
Turn right onto US 50
Enter roundabout
Continue
Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
Continue on Buckeye Street
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Continue on US 50
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 31
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
Turn left onto East Brooks Avenue
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 71.1 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.5 miles or 49m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksville, IN than in the middle of the route.
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.
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 71.1 miles and 1h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Nebraska, IN · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 71.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Clarksville, 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 Clarksville, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.80 one way
$21.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.91 | $23.81 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.80 | $31.59 |
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: 24.9 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 | 21.3 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.95 | $4.55 |
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 Nebraska on Saturday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Clarksville on Saturday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
76°F
Cincinnati, OH
36 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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