Origin
Otterbein, IN
Late night in Otterbein on Thursday
Local time
1:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 48m
Distance
158.4 mi
255 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
★
6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 10m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 54m
3 PM
2h 57m
5 PM
3h 9m
8 PM
2h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Otterbein, IN
David Selbert
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
The drive from Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 158.4 miles and takes about 2h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sagamore Parkway West, Schuyler Avenue, I 65 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.76 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
79.2 miles from Otterbein, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 48m drive with frequent turns across 158.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sagamore Parkway West 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN is easy. At 2h 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sagamore Parkway West | — | — |
| Schuyler Avenue | — | — |
| I 65 South | — | — |
| I 70 East | — | — |
| SR 46 | — | — |
| Jonathan Moore Pike | — | — |
| State Street | — | — |
| Highway 50 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Sagamore Parkway West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Otterbein, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right
7.9 mi
·
10 min
3
Continue on Sagamore Parkway West
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Sagamore Parkway West
4
Turn left onto Schuyler Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Schuyler Avenue
5
Take the exit right toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 65 South: Indianapolis
6
Merge slight left
45 mi
·
49 min
7
Keep slight left
17 mi
·
22 min
8
Continue on I 70 East: Dayton
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 70 East: Dayton
9
Keep slight left
42 mi
·
47 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward SR 46: Columbus, Nashville, Bloomington
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
SR 46: Columbus, Nashville, Bloomington
11
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
12
Merge slight right onto Jonathan Moore Pike
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Jonathan Moore Pike
13
Continue on State Street
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Street
14
Continue straight
15 mi
·
22 min
15
Turn left onto US Highway 50
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 50
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
17
Exit the roundabout
8.6 mi
·
12 min
18
Turn left onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
19
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.2 miles from Otterbein, IN, or about 1h 24m 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 35 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.2 miles or 1h 24m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nebraska, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Otterbein, 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 Otterbein, IN
This is one driving day of about 158.4 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Otterbein, 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 79.2 mi from Otterbein, IN · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.2 miles from Otterbein, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nebraska, IN
The final approach into Nebraska, 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 Nebraska, 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
$24.76 one way
$49.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.19 | $54.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.48 | $60.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.97 | $69.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.63 | $7.60 |
| Efficient EV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.86 | $6.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.18 | $10.14 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (65% 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
Nebraska, IN
Late night in Nebraska on Thursday
Local time
1:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 48m 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 Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 158.4 miles and takes about 2h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sagamore Parkway West, Schuyler Avenue, I 65 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.2 miles from Otterbein, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.76 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN is easy. At 2h 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Otterbein, IN to Nebraska, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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