Origin
Nebraska, IN
Afternoon in Nebraska on Sunday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to North Terre Haute, IN
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
151.8 mi
244 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
North Terre Haute, IN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Nebraska, IN to North Terre Haute, IN covers 151.8 miles and takes about 3h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 65, SR 7 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.06 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
75.9 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Nebraska, IN to North Terre Haute, IN covers 151.8 miles and takes about 3h 8m, 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 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 58.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 71.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 151.8 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 71.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
71.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 106
Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 E...
8
71.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
8
81 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Internat...
8
81.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Int...
7
84.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Towns Along This Route
Between Nebraska, IN and North Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
Cincinnati
71.7 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Indianapolis International Airport
81 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Indianapolis
81 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 58.3 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 65 | 37.2 mi | 40m |
| SR 7 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| US 50 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| I 69 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| I 74 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| State Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| US 40 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 58.3 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and North Terre Haute, 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
37 mi
·
40 min
·
I 65
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 106
Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 74; I 465
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 9
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
2.8 mi
·
5 min
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Use the slight left lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 70
58 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 11A-B
Toward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 11B
Toward US 40 East, SR 46 West
21
Turn straight onto US 40; SR 46
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 40; SR 46
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on North 55th Street
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
North 55th Street
Use the left lane.
23
Turn left onto Wabash Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Wabash Avenue
24
Turn right onto Blakely Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Blakely Avenue
25
Continue on North Fruitridge Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Fruitridge Avenue
Use the none lane.
26
Enter roundabout onto Fruitridge Avenue
104 ft
·
6 sec
·
Fruitridge Avenue
27
Continue on Fruitridge Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Fruitridge Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
Fruitridge Avenue
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 75.9 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.3 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.9 miles or 1h 37m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Terre Haute, 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.
+
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 151.8 miles and 3h 8m.
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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 58.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.9 mi from Nebraska, IN · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 75.9 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Terre Haute, IN
The final approach into North Terre Haute, 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 Terre Haute, 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
$23.06 one way
$46.11 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $25.42 | $50.84 |
| premium | $4.80 | $28.66 | $57.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.72 | $67.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.5 | 0 | $15.94 | $7.29 |
| Efficient EV | 38 | 0 | $13.28 | $6.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.25 | $9.72 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
North Terre Haute, IN
Afternoon in North Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
12 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
3h 8m 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 Terre Haute, IN covers 151.8 miles and takes about 3h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 65, SR 7. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.9 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 $23.06 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 151.8 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 71.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Nebraska, IN and North Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
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