Origin
Fort Branch, IN
Night in Fort Branch on Saturday
Local time
11:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
177.8 mi
286 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
★
6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 51m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 33m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 50m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Branch, IN
Esteban Carriazo
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
Embarking on a trip from Fort Branch, Indiana, to Nebraska, Indiana, covers 179.8 miles and will take approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. This drive is well-suited for a single day, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or an efficient transit between these two Midwest locations. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, it's an economical choice for a road trip. The route involves one main stop and primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more intimate and less highway-dependent experience. This journey offers a straightforward passage within Indiana, keeping you focused on the road ahead.
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
88.9 miles from Fort Branch, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 96.5 mi | 1h 44m |
| I 65 | 43.3 mi | 46m |
| East Tipton Street | 9 mi | 12m |
| US 50 | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| I 265 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| US 41 | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Buckeye Street | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| West Walnut Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 96.5 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Branch, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on North West Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
North West Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 168
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Park Street
3
Continue on SR 168
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
State Road 168
4
Turn right onto US 41
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
US 41
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 64 East
6
Merge onto I 64
97 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 64
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 265; SR 62
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 7
Toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
10
Merge onto I 65
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 65
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 50A
Toward US 50 East: North Vernon
12
Turn right onto US 50
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
East Tipton Street
13
Enter roundabout
25 ft
·
0 sec
14
Continue
206 ft
·
4 sec
15
Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Buckeye Street
16
Continue on West Walnut Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Walnut Street
17
Turn right onto Buckeye Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Buckeye Street
18
Enter roundabout onto US 50
40 ft
·
0 sec
·
US 50
19
Continue on US 50
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
US 50
20
Turn left onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
21
Arrive at destination
East County Road 540 North
Trip Plan
Given its manageable duration of under three hours, this trip from Fort Branch to Nebraska offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by lunchtime, or even leave in the afternoon for an early evening arrival. With only one recommended stop and a driving profile that emphasizes local roads, you won't need to worry about extended periods without services. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as navigating local roads can sometimes be less predictable than major highways. A good tip for this specific route is to download offline maps, as cell service can be spotty on less-traveled Indiana roads.
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 88.9 miles from Fort Branch, IN, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.5 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 39 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.9 miles or 1h 39m 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 42m
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 Fort Branch, 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 Fort Branch, IN
This is one driving day of about 177.8 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Fort Branch, 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 I 64 for about 96.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.9 miles from Fort Branch, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 103.8 and 169.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
103.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
I 265; SR 62
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62 toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
6
110.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Lo...
5
110.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
5
154.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 50 East: North Vernon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 50A
Toward US 50 East: North Vernon
5
169.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 14m in
|
US 50
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.80 one way
$55.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.52 | $61.04 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.22 | $68.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.26 | $78.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.67 | $8.53 |
| Efficient EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.56 | $7.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.1 | 0 | $24.89 | $11.38 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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 Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Greenville, IN
89 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 27m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 36.8
View on nps.gov
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share. Expect a driving experience that keeps you actively engaged with frequent turns rather than long, straight stretches of interstate. The absence of a longest uninterrupted stretch suggests a continuous series of road changes and intersections. This type of journey offers a more intimate connection with the landscape, as you'll be navigating through communities and varied terrain rather than bypassing them on a high-speed highway. The drive will likely feel like a true exploration of the local Indiana roads.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 96.5 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 65. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 103.8 miles in near I 265; SR 62.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 177.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 103.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.
Louisville
110.2 mi in
|
~2h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 177.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 96.5 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Nebraska, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 103.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial and George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Nebraska, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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