Origin
Warren Park, IN
Morning in Warren Park on Friday
Local time
8:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
73.5 mi
118 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren Park, IN
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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.
Midpoint
36.8 miles from Warren Park, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 73.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 421 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and South Michigan Avenue. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 10th Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Shadeland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East 10th Street
Turn left onto East 10th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Shadeland Avenue
Turn right onto North Shadeland Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
3.4 mi into trip
|
~4m 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
3.5 mi into trip
|
~4m 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
5
42.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 421
Take the exit onto US 421 toward US 421: Greensburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 132
Toward US 421: Greensburg
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 41.4 mi | 46m |
| South Michigan Avenue | 13.1 mi | 19m |
| North Old Michigan Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| US 50 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Shadeland Avenue | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North Shadeland Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Ireland Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 41.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warren Park, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on North Edmondson Avenue
99 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
·
46 sec
·
North Shadeland Avenue
4
Continue on Shadeland Avenue
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Shadeland Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 465
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69; I 465
6
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.
7
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.
8
Take the exit onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 421
Exit 132
Toward US 421: Greensburg
9
Turn right onto US 421
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 421
10
Continue on US 421
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 421
11
Turn right onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Ireland Street
12
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Main Street
13
Turn slight right onto US 421
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 onto US 50
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
17
Turn right onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
18
Arrive at destination
East County Road 540 North
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 36.8 miles from Warren Park, IN, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 16 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 40m 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 19m
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 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 73.5 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Warren Park, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 421 for about 41.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from Warren Park, IN · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 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
$11.49 one way
$22.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.62 | $25.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.14 | $28.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.72 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.29 | $4.70 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Morning in Nebraska on Friday
Local time
8:57 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
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 37m 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 73.5 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 421, 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 36.8 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 $11.49 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Shadeland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Warren Park, IN to Nebraska, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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