Origin
Nebraska, IN
Evening in Nebraska on Tuesday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to Taylor, IN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
147.9 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
23 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Taylor, IN
Ariel Knox
Trip Overview
The drive from Nebraska, IN to Taylor, IN covers 147.9 miles and takes about 3h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, I 65, SR 7 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.8 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.12 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
73.9 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 9m highway drive covering 147.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.8 miles on I 74.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and I 65. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 147.9 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 76.7 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
6
76.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
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I 74; I 465
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
87.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
|
I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
127.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward US 231: Linden, Crawfordsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 34
Toward US 231: Linden, Crawfordsville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Nebraska, IN and Taylor, IN, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Crawfordsville.
Cincinnati
71.7 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Crawfordsville
127.5 mi in
|
~2h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 50.8 mi | 56m |
| I 65 | 37.2 mi | 40m |
| SR 7 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| Base Line Road | 14.3 mi | 21m |
| US 50 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| I 69 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Base Line Rd | 4 mi | 5m |
| State Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 50.8 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Taylor, 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
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 straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
40 mi
·
43 min
·
I 74
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 34
Toward US 231: Linden, Crawfordsville
17
Turn left onto US 231
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Base Line Road
18
Continue on US 231
449 ft
·
7 sec
·
Holden Street
19
Turn slight left onto US 231
340 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
20
Continue on US 231
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Base Line Road
21
Continue on US 231
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Base Line Rd
22
Continue on US 231
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Base Line Road
23
Turn left onto West 500 South
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West 500 South
24
Turn slight left onto South 150 West
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South 150 West
25
Turn right onto West 550 South
275 ft
·
18 sec
·
West 550 South
26
Turn left
252 ft
·
11 sec
27
Arrive at 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 73.9 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.8 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 73.9 miles or 1h 35m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, 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 147.9 miles and 3h 9m.
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 74 for about 50.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.9 mi from Nebraska, IN · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 73.9 miles from Nebraska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Taylor, IN
The final approach into Taylor, 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 Taylor, 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
$23.12 one way
$46.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.46 | $56.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.65 | $65.31 |
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: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
23 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
The Amp at 16 Tech - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
16 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Plaza Garage - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Circle K - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
GetGo Cafe + Markety - Tesla Supercharger
Columbus, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Greenwood, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Walmart 5443 (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
Electrify America
8 DCFC
La Quinta South Indianapolis - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Tesla: 8
EV Connect: 4
Blink Network: 3
ChargePoint Network: 3
eVgo Network: 2
Non-Networked: 2
Electrify America: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.71 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Taylor, IN
Evening in Taylor on Tuesday
Local time
8:51 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
3h 9m 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 Taylor, IN covers 147.9 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, I 65, SR 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.9 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 $23.12 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 14 significant decision points across 147.9 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 76.7 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Nebraska, IN and Taylor, IN, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Crawfordsville.
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