Origin
Knox, IN
Morning in Knox on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Knox, IN to Nebraska, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
68.1 mi
110 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 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Knox, IN
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Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
Knox, IN to Nebraska, IN is 68.1 miles and takes about 1h 47m via SR 3, South Michigan Avenue, and North Old Michigan Road, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Midwest and the state of Indiana, offering a straightforward journey. Expect a mixed drive that won't be overly demanding, making it a good option if you're looking for a relatively short trip. With a single day recommended and a low fuel cost, this drive is quite accessible.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from Knox, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 3 | 31.9 mi | 47m |
| South Michigan Avenue | 13.1 mi | 19m |
| North Old Michigan Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| US 50 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| National Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| McCullum | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 3
— 31.9 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knox, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on South Grant City Road
20 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Grant City Road
2
Turn left onto West 750 S
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 750 S
3
Turn right onto SR 109
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
McCullum
4
Continue on SR 109
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
North McCullum Street
5
Turn left onto US 40
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
6
Continue on US 40
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
National Road
7
Turn right onto SR 3
14 mi
·
20 min
·
SR 3
8
Turn right onto SR 3
18 mi
·
26 min
·
SR 3
9
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway Street
10
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
11
Turn slight right onto US 421
13 mi
·
19 min
·
South Michigan Avenue
12
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West County Road 850 North
13
Turn left onto North Old Michigan Road
8.6 mi
·
16 min
·
North Old Michigan Road
14
Turn right onto US 50
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
15
Turn right onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
16
Arrive at destination
East County Road 540 North
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll have ample time to start later in the morning or even early afternoon. Since the longest stretch is under 35 miles, you won't need to worry too much about planning specific fuel stops, though keeping an eye on your gauge is always wise. The estimated fuel cost of $11 means you can budget confidently for this leg of your journey.
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 34.1 miles from Knox, IN, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.9 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 51m 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 30m
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 Knox, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Knox, IN
This is one driving day of about 68.1 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Knox, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 3 for about 31.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Knox, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 68.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 750 S
Turn left onto West 750 S
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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US 40 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 40 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
40.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 421; SR 46 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
West County Road 850 North
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
Navigation decision point
4
68.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
|
East County Road 540 North
Turn right onto East County Road 540 North
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.65 one way
$21.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.69 | $23.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.11 | $26.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.04 | $30.07 |
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: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Nebraska, IN
Morning in Nebraska on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Richland, IN
34 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 47m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This journey features a mixed drive profile, with 56% of the route on highways. You'll experience some faster-paced highway stretches interspersed with more local road segments. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 31.9 miles on SR 3, so you won't be on any single road for an extended period. The character of the drive will shift as you transition between these road types, offering some variety without being overly complex.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.9 mi on SR 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 750 S.
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 47m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 750 S): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (US 40 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.1 miles (US 421; SR 46 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Knox, IN
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Starke County Bridge No. 39 — bridge in United States of America
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 68.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.9 miles on SR 3. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 750 S): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (US 40 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.1 miles (US 421; SR 46 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nebraska, IN before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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