Origin
Nebraska, IN
Evening in Nebraska on Thursday
Local time
5:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to Sugar Creek, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
61 mi
98 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Sugar Creek, IN
Keith Cassill
Trip Overview
The drive from Nebraska, IN to Sugar Creek, IN covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 421, Old Michigan Road, US 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.9 miles on US 421. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 61 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 61 miles, with most of the trip on US 421 and Old Michigan Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.9 miles on US 421.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 421 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and Old Michigan Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.
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 1h 24m drive. You will face about 12 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 14.9 miles (US 421): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles (US 421): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 50
Turn left onto US 50
Navigation decision point
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 421
Turn left onto US 421
Navigation decision point
6
30.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
US 421
Take the ramp onto US 421 toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
7
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward London Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 103
Toward London Road
4
60.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
London Road
Turn left onto London Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 42.9 mi | 52m |
| Old Michigan Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| US 50 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| North Michigan Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| London Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Ireland Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West County Road 850 North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Myrtle Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 42.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Sugar Creek, IN.
1
Start on East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
7 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
2
Turn left onto US 50
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
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
·
24 sec
·
West County Road 850 North
5
Turn left onto US 421
13 mi
·
20 min
·
US 421
6
Turn right onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Ireland Street
7
Turn left onto US 421
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Michigan Avenue
8
Turn right onto US 421
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 421
9
Take the ramp onto US 421
29 mi
·
31 min
·
US 421
Toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 103
Toward London Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto London Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
London Road
12
Turn left onto Myrtle Lane
314 ft
·
18 sec
·
Myrtle Lane
13
Turn left onto Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
14
Arrive at destination
Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.5 mi from Nebraska, IN · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sugar Creek, IN
The final approach into Sugar Creek, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.54 one way
$19.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.47 | $20.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.47 | $26.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.54 | $3.90 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Sugar Creek, IN
Evening in Sugar Creek on Thursday
Local time
5:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Greensburg, IN
31 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 24m 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 Sugar Creek, IN covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 421, Old Michigan Road, US 50. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.5 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 $9.54 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 1h 24m drive. You will face about 12 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 14.9 miles (US 421): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles (US 421): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Nebraska, IN to Sugar Creek, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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