Origin
Spiceland, IN
Late night in Spiceland on Saturday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spiceland, IN to Nebraska, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
64.7 mi
104 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spiceland, IN
Wolfgang Weiser
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
Spiceland, IN to Nebraska, IN is 64.7 miles and takes about 1h 41m via SR 3, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a quick trip entirely within Indiana's Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on state roads, making it a simple option if you're looking for a short hop between two points. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a spontaneous day trip or as a segment of a larger journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.3 miles from Spiceland, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 64.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 62% of the route utilizing higher-speed roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 34.3 miles on SR 3, which should provide a consistent pace. The main roads include SR 3, South Michigan Avenue, and North Old Michigan Road, suggesting a mix of state highway and potentially some local arterial roads as you approach your destination. Expect a relatively smooth driving experience without extensive periods on slower, winding country lanes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 3 and South Michigan Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near 5th Street.
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 41m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (US 40; SR 3 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (SR 3): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
5th Street
Turn right onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 40; SR 3 / Washington Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 40; SR 3 / Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 3
Turn left onto SR 3
Navigation decision point
4
36.6 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 421; SR 46 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
West County Road 850 North
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 3 | 34.3 mi | 50m |
| South Michigan Avenue | 13.1 mi | 19m |
| North Old Michigan Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| US 50 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| North Broadway Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| National Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 3
— 34.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spiceland, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto 5th Street
438 ft
·
19 sec
·
5th Street
3
Turn straight onto SR 3
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 3
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 40; SR 3
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Washington Street
5
Continue on US 40; SR 3
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
National Road
6
Turn left onto SR 3
14 mi
·
20 min
·
SR 3
7
Turn right onto SR 3
18 mi
·
26 min
·
SR 3
8
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway Street
9
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Turn slight right onto US 421
13 mi
·
19 min
·
South Michigan Avenue
11
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West County Road 850 North
12
Turn left onto North Old Michigan Road
8.6 mi
·
16 min
·
North Old Michigan Road
13
Turn right onto US 50
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
14
Turn right onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
15
Arrive at destination
East County Road 540 North
Trip Plan
With a total drive time under two hours, this route offers maximum flexibility. You can leave at any time of day and still arrive with plenty of daylight. Consider departing in the late morning to avoid any potential early rush hour if you're leaving from a more populated area near Spiceland. Since the longest stretch is over 34 miles, you'll want to ensure you have adequate fuel before setting out, especially since the estimated fuel cost is only $10. There are no specific stops noted, so plan for a quick gas station break if needed.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 32.3 miles from Spiceland, IN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.3 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.3 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nebraska, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Spiceland, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spiceland, IN
This is one driving day of about 64.7 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Spiceland, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 3 for about 34.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.3 mi from Spiceland, IN · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.3 miles from Spiceland, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.12 one way
$20.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.45 | $24.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.28 | $28.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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 Saturday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Richland, IN
32 mi in
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
2 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
1h 41m 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 Spiceland, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 64.7 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 3, South Michigan Avenue, North Old Michigan Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.3 miles from Spiceland, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.12 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 41m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (US 40; SR 3 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (SR 3): Navigation decision point.
The route from Spiceland, IN to Nebraska, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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