Origin
Nebraska, IN
Afternoon in Nebraska on Tuesday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to North Madison, IN
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
46m
Distance
28.3 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
North Madison, IN
Josh Sorenson
Trip Overview
The drive from Nebraska, IN to North Madison, IN covers 28.3 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Old Michigan Road, US 421, US 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.7 miles on South Old Michigan Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.42 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
14.2 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Nebraska, IN to North Madison, IN covers 28.3 miles and takes about 46m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Old Michigan Road is the longest continuous segment at about 9.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 6 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 6.1 miles (South Old Michigan Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (US 421): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 50
Turn left onto US 50
Navigation decision point
4
6.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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South Old Michigan Road
Turn right onto South Old Michigan Road
Navigation decision point
5
16.6 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 421
At end of road, turn right onto US 421
Navigation decision point
3
25.8 mi into trip
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~41m in
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North Michigan Road
Turn right onto North Michigan Road
Navigation decision point
3
27.3 mi into trip
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~44m in
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SR 62 / Clifty Drive
Turn right onto SR 62 / Clifty Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Old Michigan Road | 9.7 mi | 16m |
| US 421 | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| US 50 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| North Michigan Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Clifty Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cragmont Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East County Road 540 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Old Michigan Road
— 9.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and North Madison, IN.
1
Start on East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
7 sec
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East County Road 540 North
2
Turn left onto US 50
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
3
Turn right onto South Old Michigan Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
South Old Michigan Road
4
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on South Old Michigan Road
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
South Old Michigan Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 421
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
US 421
7
Turn right onto North Michigan Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Michigan Road
8
Turn right onto SR 62
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Clifty Drive
9
Turn left onto Cragmont Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cragmont Street
10
Arrive at destination
Cragmont Street
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 14.2 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.7 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 28.3 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.2 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Madison, 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.
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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 28.3 miles and 46m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on South Old Michigan Road for about 9.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.2 mi from Nebraska, IN · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Madison, IN
The final approach into North Madison, 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 Madison, 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
$4.42 one way
$8.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.86 | $9.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Madison, IN
Afternoon in North Madison on Tuesday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m 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 North Madison, IN covers 28.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Old Michigan Road, US 421, US 50. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 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 $4.42 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.
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 50): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (South Old Michigan Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (US 421): Navigation decision point.
The route from Nebraska, IN to North Madison, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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