Origin
Nebraska, IN
Morning in Nebraska on Saturday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to Rome City, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
206.2 mi
332 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 17m
★
6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 57m
10 AM
4h 40m
12 PM
4h 37m
3 PM
4h 41m
5 PM
4h 56m
8 PM
4h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Rome City, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Nebraska, IN to Rome City, IN covers 206.2 miles and takes about 4h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Old Michigan Road, West County Road 850 North, North Ireland Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.01 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
103.1 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 30m. Total distance: 206.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 30m drive with frequent turns across 206.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Old Michigan Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Nebraska, IN to Rome City, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Old Michigan Road | — | — |
| West County Road 850 North | — | — |
| North Ireland Street | — | — |
| North Michigan Avenue | — | — |
| I 74 West | — | — |
| SR 9 North | — | — |
| North Riley Highway | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Old Michigan Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Rome City, IN.
1
Start on East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
8 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
2
Turn left
6.1 mi
·
9 min
3
Turn left onto Old Michigan Road
8.6 mi
·
16 min
·
Old Michigan Road
4
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West County Road 850 North
5
Turn left
13 mi
·
20 min
6
Turn right onto North Ireland Street
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Ireland Street
7
Turn left onto North Michigan Avenue
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Michigan Avenue
8
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
9
Take the ramp straight toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
20 mi
·
21 min
·
I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
10
Take the exit slight right toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
11
Turn right
144 ft
·
3 sec
12
Turn right onto North Riley Highway
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
North Riley Highway
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
121 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
14
Exit the roundabout
20 mi
·
33 min
15
Turn slight right onto E 700 S
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
E 700 S
16
Continue straight
2.2 mi
·
3 min
17
Take the ramp slight right
3.6 mi
·
4 min
18
Continue straight
76 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
19
Continue straight
7.2 mi
·
8 min
20
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
2 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
SR 3 North: Lima Road
22
Merge slight left onto Lima Road
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Lima Road
23
Continue straight
11 mi
·
14 min
24
Turn left onto West North Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West North Street
25
Continue on County Road 700 North
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 700 North
26
Turn right
3.1 mi
·
4 min
27
Turn right onto Lake Street
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
Lake Street
28
Arrive at your destination
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 103.1 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
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 45 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.1 miles or 2h 15m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rome City, 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 206.2 miles and 4h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 103.1 mi from Nebraska, IN · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.1 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rome City, IN
The final approach into Rome City, 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 Rome City, 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
$28.01 one way
$56.01 round trip
$3.45/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $31.25 | $62.51 |
| premium | $4.15 | $33.69 | $67.38 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $30.44 | $60.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.9 | 0 | $21.65 | $9.90 |
| Efficient EV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.04 | $8.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.5 | 1 | $28.87 | $13.20 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Rome City, IN
Morning in Rome City on Saturday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
23 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 30m 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 Rome City, IN covers 206.2 miles and takes about 4h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Old Michigan Road, West County Road 850 North, North Ireland Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 103.1 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 $28.01 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 straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Nebraska, IN to Rome City, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Nebraska, IN to Rome City, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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