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Trip from Nebraska, IN to Montgomery, IN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

2h 31m

Distance

100.6 mi

162 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 21m ★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Nebraska, IN, IN

Nebraska, IN

Sam McCool

town in Barr Township, Daviess County, Indiana, United States

Montgomery, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Nebraska, IN to Montgomery, IN covers 100.6 miles and takes about 2h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 50, West Commerce Street, West Broadway Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.9 miles on US 50. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.73 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

50.3 miles from Nebraska, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 100.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (60%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

The drive from Nebraska, IN to Montgomery, IN covers 100.6 miles and takes about 2h 31m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Nebraska, IN to Montgomery, IN is easy. At 2h 31m with 60% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 50

Turn right onto US 50

Navigation decision point

5
8.6 mi into trip | ~12m in

Enter roundabout

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4
10.1 mi into trip | ~15m in | East Walnut Street

Turn left onto East Walnut Street

Navigation decision point

4
13.9 mi into trip | ~22m in | US 50

Enter roundabout onto US 50

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
65.4 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | US 50

Turn right onto US 50

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 50 59.9 mi 1h 29m
West Commerce Street 24.9 mi 35m
West Broadway Street 7.2 mi 10m
Buckeye Street 3.9 mi 7m
Mitchell Road 2.3 mi 3m
East Walnut Street 1.3 mi 2m
M Street 0.6 mi <1m
15th Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 50 — 59.9 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Montgomery, IN.

1

Start on East County Road 540 North

56 ft · 4 sec · East County Road 540 North
2

Turn right onto US 50

8.6 mi · 12 min · US 50
3

Enter roundabout

264 ft · 4 sec
4

Continue

133 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 roundabout onto US 50

247 ft · 8 sec · US 50
9

Continue on US 50

22 mi · 33 min · US 50
10

Turn right onto US 50

25 mi · 35 min · West Commerce Street
11

Turn right onto US 50

407 ft · 12 sec · H Street
12

Turn left onto US 50

0.4 mi · 49 sec · 15th Street
13

Turn left onto US 50

0.6 mi · 53 sec · M Street
14

Continue on US 50 BUS

2.3 mi · 3 min · Mitchell Road
15

Merge onto US 50; SR 37

1.3 mi · 1 min · US 50; SR 37
16

Turn right onto US 50

28 mi · 41 min · US 50
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17

Turn straight onto US 50; US 150

7.2 mi · 10 min · West Broadway Street
18

Arrive at destination

US 50; US 150

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 50.3 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.9 miles.

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 22 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 50.3 miles or 1h 17m 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 4m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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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 100.6 miles and 2h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 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.
The longest stretch is on US 50 for about 59.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 50.3 mi from Nebraska, IN · 1h 17m into the drive

Downtown Shawswick, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Shawswick, IN

50 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

Seymour, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bedford, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.3 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Montgomery, IN

The final approach into Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour Free near mile 100.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.73 one way

$31.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $17.27 $34.54
premium $4.89 $19.36 $38.72
diesel $5.61 $22.21 $44.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.2 0 $10.56 $4.83
Efficient EV 25.2 0 $8.80 $4.02
EV Truck/SUV 40.2 0 $14.08 $6.44

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Nebraska, IN

Night in Nebraska on Thursday

Local time

9:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Montgomery, IN

Night in Montgomery on Thursday

Local time

9:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

4 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 31m 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 Montgomery, IN covers 100.6 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, West Commerce Street, West Broadway Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.3 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 $15.73 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 Montgomery, IN is easy. At 2h 31m with 60% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
The route from Nebraska, IN to Montgomery, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Rogers Clark National Historical Park.

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