Origin
Smith, IN
Late night in Smith on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smith, IN to Nebraska, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 6m
Distance
235.8 mi
379 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 53m
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6 AM
5h 7m
8 AM
5h 34m
10 AM
5h 16m
12 PM
5h 13m
3 PM
5h 18m
5 PM
5h 32m
8 PM
4h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smith, IN
Frank van Dijk
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
The drive from Smith, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 235.8 miles and takes about 5h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 31, US 421, South Michigan Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 118.5 miles on US 31. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.86 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
117.9 miles from Smith, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 5h 6m highway drive covering 235.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 31 and US 421. The longest continuous stretch is about 118.5 miles on US 31.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 118.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
966 ft
714 ft
Total Climb
569 ft
Total Descent
497 ft
Highest Point
966 ft
~218.9 mi in
Elevation Range
252 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and US 421. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 144.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 235.8 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 144.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.7 miles (Keystone Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 150.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
144.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
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 129B
Toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay T...
7
144.7 mi into trip
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~3h 5m in
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Keystone Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway toward Keystone Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Keystone Parkway
7
150.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / right lanes.
Toward I 465 East
8
165.6 mi into trip
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~3h 33m in
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US 421
Take the exit onto US 421 toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
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 49
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Sou...
8
165.8 mi into trip
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~3h 33m in
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US 421
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421 toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Smith, IN and Nebraska, IN, road signs point toward Plymouth and Indianapolis.
Plymouth
19.8 mi in
|
~29m
Indianapolis
25.7 mi in
|
~36m
|
via US 31
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 118.5 mi | 2h 26m |
| US 421 | 41.4 mi | 46m |
| South Michigan Avenue | 13.1 mi | 19m |
| SR 2 | 12.5 mi | 16m |
| I 69 | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| North Old Michigan Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| US 50 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Saint Joseph Valley Parkway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 118.5 mi, about 2h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smith, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on North Fail Road
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Fail Road
2
Turn left onto US 20
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 20
3
Continue on SR 2
12 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 2
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 20 East, US 31 South: Mishawaka, Plymouth
5
Merge onto US 20; US 31
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
6
Take the exit onto US 31
25 mi
·
30 min
·
US 31
Toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis
7
Merge onto US 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
8
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
6 sec
9
Continue on US 31
85 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
US 31
10
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
11
Turn left
320 ft
·
50 sec
12
Continue on this road
320 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
13
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 226th Street
14
Turn right onto US 31
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
US 31
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 129B
Toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Keystone Parkway
Toward Keystone Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Enter roundabout
137 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
18
Continue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
19
Keep slight left at fork
430 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 465 East
Use the slight left / right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 465
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 465
22
Merge onto I 69; I 465
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 69; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit onto US 421
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 421
Exit 49
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421
39 mi
·
42 min
·
US 421
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Use the slight left lane.
25
Take the exit onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 421
Exit 132
Toward US 421: Greensburg
26
Turn right onto US 421
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 421
27
Continue on US 421
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 421
28
Turn right onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Ireland Street
29
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Main Street
30
Turn slight right onto US 421
13 mi
·
19 min
·
South Michigan Avenue
31
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West County Road 850 North
32
Turn left onto North Old Michigan Road
8.6 mi
·
16 min
·
North Old Michigan Road
33
Turn right onto US 50
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
34
Turn right onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
35
Arrive at destination
East County Road 540 North
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 117.9 miles from Smith, IN, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.5 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.9 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 3m
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 Smith, 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 Smith, IN
This is one driving day of about 235.8 miles and 5h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Smith, 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 US 31 for about 118.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.9 mi from Smith, IN · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 117.9 miles from Smith, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 31 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.5 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.86 one way
$73.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $40.48 | $80.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $45.38 | $90.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.06 | $104.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.7 | 0 | $24.76 | $11.32 |
| Efficient EV | 59 | 0 | $20.63 | $9.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.3 | 1 | $33.01 | $15.09 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Nebraska on Wednesday
Local time
6:28 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 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
5h 6m 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 Smith, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 235.8 miles and takes about 5h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 31, US 421, South Michigan Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.9 miles from Smith, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.86 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 demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 235.8 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 144.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.7 miles (Keystone Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 150.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Smith, IN and Nebraska, IN, road signs point toward Plymouth and Indianapolis.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 714 ft to 966 ft elevation with about 569 ft of total climbing.
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