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Trip from Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

1h 25m

Distance

78.3 mi

126 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 19m ★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

included town in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Warren Park, IN

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Downtown Nebraska, IN, IN

Nebraska, IN

Sam McCool

Trip Overview

This 78.3-mile drive from Warren Park, Indiana, to Nebraska, Indiana, is a straightforward local journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes. With no highway driving involved, expect a more connected-to-the-ground feel throughout. Budget around $12 for fuel, and since there are no designated stops, you have complete flexibility on when and where to take a break. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to focus on the local roads connecting these two points within the Midwest. It's a simple, manageable drive for anyone looking to travel between these Indiana locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

39.2 miles from Warren Park, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .

Drive Character

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through Indiana. The entire 78.3 miles will be on local roads, with 0% highway share, meaning you'll be consistently engaged with the road. There isn't a longest uninterrupted stretch to note, so expect frequent intersections and changes in direction. The route primarily follows East 10th Street and North Shadeland Avenue, giving you a consistent feel of local Indiana roadways without the high speeds of interstate travel. This is a drive where you'll feel the pulse of the communities you pass through.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 10th Street 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 Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
East 10th Street
North Shadeland Avenue
Shadeland Avenue
I 74 East
US 421
North Ireland Street
West Main Street
South Michigan Avenue

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: East 10th Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Warren Park, IN and Nebraska, IN.

1

Start on North Edmondson Avenue

98 ft · 8 sec · North Edmondson Avenue
2

Turn left onto East 10th Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · East 10th Street
3

Turn right onto North Shadeland Avenue

0.5 mi · 47 sec · North Shadeland Avenue
4

Continue on Shadeland Avenue

2.3 mi · 2 min · Shadeland Avenue
5

Merge slight left

0.3 mi · 23 sec
6

Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue

0.1 mi · 16 sec · I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
7

Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati

39 mi · 42 min · I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
8

Take the exit slight right toward US 421: Greensburg

0.4 mi · 55 sec · US 421: Greensburg
9

Turn right

0.1 mi · 12 sec
10

Continue straight

1.9 mi · 2 min
11

Turn right onto North Ireland Street

0.4 mi · 38 sec · North Ireland Street
12

Turn left onto West Main Street

0.4 mi · 37 sec · West Main Street
13

Turn slight right onto South Michigan Avenue

13 mi · 19 min · South Michigan Avenue
14

Turn right onto West County Road 850 North

0.1 mi · 23 sec · West County Road 850 North
15

Turn left onto North Old Michigan Road

8.6 mi · 16 min · North Old Michigan Road
16

Turn right

6.1 mi · 9 min
17

Turn right onto East County Road 540 North

56 ft · 3 sec · East County Road 540 North
18

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 1 hour and 25-minute duration and 78.3-mile distance, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. Since there are no mandatory stops, plan your breaks as needed, perhaps in one of the towns along the way. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, with an estimated cost of $12 for this trip, and consider a quick top-off before you leave Warren Park to ensure a smooth journey. The constant turns mean you'll want to stay alert and aware of your surroundings, especially as you transition between East 10th Street and Shadeland Avenue.

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 39.2 miles from Warren Park, IN, or about 42m 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 17 miles or 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 39.2 miles or 42m 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 12m

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 Warren Park, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Warren Park, IN

This is one driving day of about 78.3 miles and 1h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Warren Park, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 39.2 mi from Warren Park, IN · 42m into the drive

Downtown Middletown, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, IN

39 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

Cumberland, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.2 miles from Warren Park, 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

$12.24 one way

$24.48 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $13.44 $26.88
premium $4.89 $15.07 $30.14
diesel $5.61 $17.29 $34.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.5 0 $8.22 $3.76
Efficient EV 19.6 0 $6.85 $3.13
EV Truck/SUV 31.3 0 $10.96 $5.01

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Warren Park, IN

Evening in Warren Park on Wednesday

Local time

7:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Nebraska, IN

Evening in Nebraska on Wednesday

Local time

7:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

5 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 25m 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 Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN covers 78.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 10th Street, North Shadeland Avenue, Shadeland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.2 miles from Warren Park, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.24 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.
The drive from Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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