Origin
Nebraska, IN
Morning in Nebraska on Monday
Local time
8:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to North Judson, IN
Drive Time
4h 24m
Distance
200.1 mi
322 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 11m
★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 34m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
5 PM
4h 50m
8 PM
4h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
North Judson, IN
David Huck
Trip Overview
The drive from Nebraska, IN to North Judson, IN covers 200.1 miles and takes about 4h 24m 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 421, North River Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.1 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.39 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
100.1 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 24m highway drive covering 200.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and US 421. The longest continuous stretch is about 109.1 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 109.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 421. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in near US 50.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 200.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (US 50): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 34.4 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.7 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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US 50
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
34.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
77.7 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
|
I 65
Keep slight right at fork onto I 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
144 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Take the exit toward SR 43: West Lafayette, Brookston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 178
Toward SR 43: West Lafayette, Brookston
6
144.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 43: Battle Ground, Lake Shafer, Lake Freeman
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 43: Battle Ground, Lake Shafer, Lake...
Towns Along This Route
Between Nebraska, IN and North Judson, IN, road signs point toward Brookston, Lake Shafer and Lake Freeman.
Brookston
144 mi in
|
~2h 56m
Lake Shafer
144.3 mi in
|
~2h 57m
Lake Freeman
144.3 mi in
|
~2h 57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 109.1 mi | 2h 4m |
| US 421 | 31.9 mi | 46m |
| North River Road | 17.9 mi | 31m |
| SR 7 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| US 50 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| West 600 South | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| State Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Jonathan Moore Pike | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 109.1 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and North Judson, 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 onto US 50
157 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 50
4
Continue on US 50
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 50
5
Turn right onto SR 7
15 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 7
6
Continue on SR 46
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Street
7
Continue on SR 46
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
8
Continue on Jonathan Moore Pike
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Jonathan Moore Pike
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
10
Merge onto I 65
43 mi
·
49 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 65
30 mi
·
35 min
·
I 65
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 52
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
14
Merge onto I 65
36 mi
·
39 min
·
I 65
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 178
Toward SR 43: West Lafayette, Brookston
16
Keep slight right at fork
234 ft
·
5 sec
Toward SR 43: Battle Ground, Lake Shafer, Lake Freeman
17
Turn straight onto SR 43
18 mi
·
31 min
·
North River Road
18
Continue on US 421
32 mi
·
46 min
·
US 421
19
Turn right onto SR 10
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
West 600 South
20
Continue on SR 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Talmer Avenue
21
Turn right onto SR 39
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
Schricker Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
SR 39
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.1 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.1 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.1 miles or 2h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Judson, 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.
+
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 200.1 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 I 65 for about 109.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.1 mi from Nebraska, IN · 2h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 100.1 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.1 miles.
Arriving in North Judson, IN
The final approach into North Judson, 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 North Judson, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.39 one way
$60.79 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $33.50 | $67.01 |
| premium | $4.80 | $37.77 | $75.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $44.46 | $88.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60 | 0 | $21.01 | $9.60 |
| Efficient EV | 50 | 0 | $17.51 | $8.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80 | 1 | $28.01 | $12.81 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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
North Judson, IN
Morning in North Judson on Monday
Local time
7:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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
4h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 North Judson, IN covers 200.1 miles and takes about 4h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, US 421, North River Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.1 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 $30.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 200.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (US 50): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 34.4 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.7 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Nebraska, IN and North Judson, IN, road signs point toward Brookston, Lake Shafer and Lake Freeman.
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