Origin
Nebraska, IN
Late night in Nebraska on Wednesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
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Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
49.5 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Maumee, IN
Kelly
Spanning 49.5 miles across Indiana, this straightforward drive from Nebraska to Maumee is a manageable trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes. Because of the modest distance, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a cost-effective way to navigate this slice of the Midwest. You will primarily utilize a mix of US 50, East 6th Street, and West County Road 1000 North to reach your destination. Whether you are commuting or simply exploring the region, the route offers a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Indiana locations.
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
24.8 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
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This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged rather than stuck in a monotonous highway grind. About 48% of your journey consists of highway travel, providing a balance between faster segments and slower local road navigation. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on US 50, which spans 20.1 miles before the route transitions into more localized thoroughfares. Expect the driving experience to shift as you move from the main highway onto the specific local streets required to reach Maumee. It is a functional drive that requires your attention as the road character changes throughout the 49.5-mile course.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.5 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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
At end of road, turn right onto SR 135
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto North County Road 800 West
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 20.1 mi | 30m |
| East 6th Street | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| West County Road 1000 North | 4 mi | 15m |
| Buckeye Street | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| SR 135 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West County Road 890 North | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| East Walnut Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| SR 58 | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Maumee, 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
Turn right onto SR 11
Turn left onto SR 11
Turn right onto SR 11
Turn left onto SR 258
Continue on SR 58
Turn slight right onto West Columbus Pike
At end of road, turn right onto SR 135
Turn left onto SR 135
Turn left onto West County Road 890 North
Keep slight right at fork onto Old 925 North
Turn right onto Buffalo Pike
Continue on West County Road 975 North
At end of road, turn right onto North County Road 800 West
Turn left onto West County Road 1000 North
Turn left onto Pike Road
Continue on Pike Road
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, allowing you to avoid peak traffic if you prefer a quieter experience. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops given the total duration of under two hours, though keeping your tank topped off for $8 ensures you reach your destination without worry. Focus on the transitions between US 50 and the local roads, as these shifts require the most navigation. Because the route relies on a combination of highways and local streets, stay alert for changing speed limits as you move through different road classifications. Leveraging the lack of mandatory stops means you can maintain a steady pace from start to finish.
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 49.5 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.8 miles or 38m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maumee, 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 49.5 miles and 1h 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Nebraska, IN · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Maumee, 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 Maumee, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.74 one way
$15.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.50 | $16.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.53 | $19.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Nebraska on Wednesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Maumee on Wednesday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
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.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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