Traveling from Nebraska to Blooming Grove covers 63.2 miles and takes approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes. This straightforward journey is easily manageable as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget about $10 for fuel to complete the transit. By utilizing a combination of I-74, SR 1, and Old Michigan Road, you navigate through the heart of the Indiana Midwest. It is a practical, efficient route that serves as a solid connection between these two locations without demanding a heavy time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.6 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 74
20.1 mi
21m
SR 1
12.1 mi
21m
Old Michigan Road
8.6 mi
16m
US 50
6.1 mi
9m
US 52
6.1 mi
9m
South County Road 700 East
4.8 mi
6m
US 421
3.3 mi
4m
SR 46
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 20.1 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Blooming Grove, IN.
1
Start on East County Road 540 North
56 ft·7 sec·East County Road 540 North
2
Turn left onto US 50
6.1 mi·9 min·US 50
3
Turn left onto Old Michigan Road
8.6 mi·16 min·Old Michigan Road
4
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
0.1 mi·24 sec·West County Road 850 North
5
Turn left onto US 421
3.3 mi·4 min·US 421
6
Turn slight right onto South County Road 700 East
4.8 mi·6 min·South County Road 700 East
7
At end of road, turn right onto SR 46
1.2 mi·2 min·SR 46
8
Turn left onto South 850 East
0.3 mi·45 sec·South 850 East
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 74 East: Cincinnati
10
Merge onto I 74
20 mi·21 min·I 74
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 164Toward SR 1: Saint Leon, Lawrenceburg
12
Turn left onto SR 1
6.1 mi·10 min·SR 1
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 52; SR 1
6.1 mi·9 min·US 52; SR 1
14
Turn left onto SR 1
6.0 mi·10 min·SR 1
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Stone Church Road
32 ft·1 sec·Stone Church Road
16
Arrive at destination
Stone Church Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can comfortably complete the 1 hour and 33-minute trip without needing to schedule formal stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-74 is a smart move. Because the route relies heavily on major highways, check traffic reports for those specific segments before you head out to ensure a smooth transit. Take advantage of the fact that you do not need to split this drive, allowing you to reach your destination in Blooming Grove quickly and efficiently. Keep your $10 fuel budget in mind as you plan your departure from Nebraska.
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 31.6 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.1 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.6 miles or 48m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blooming Grove, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nebraska, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Nebraska, IN
This is one driving day of about 63.2 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Nebraska, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 20.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 57.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 50
Turn left onto US 50
Navigation decision point
5
22.9 mi into trip|~37m in|SR 46
At end of road, turn right onto SR 46
Navigation decision point
5
24.4 mi into trip|~40m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 East: Cincinnati
Navigation decision point
Toward I 74 East: Cincinnati
6
44.7 mi into trip|~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward SR 1: Saint Leon, Lawrenceburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 164
Toward SR 1: Saint Leon, Lawrenceburg
6
57.1 mi into trip|~1h 23m in|SR 1
Turn left onto SR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$10.85
$21.70
premium
$4.89
$12.16
$24.32
diesel
$5.61
$13.95
$27.91
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: 22.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19
0
$6.64
$3.03
Efficient EV
15.8
0
$5.53
$2.53
EV Truck/SUV
25.3
0
$8.85
$4.04
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Nebraska, IN
Late night
in Nebraska on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Blooming Grove, IN
Late night
in Blooming Grove on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Brookville, 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 33m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 77% of this route is comprised of major roads. You will encounter a mix of fast-paced interstate driving and local roadway transitions. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 20.1 miles you spend on I-74, which sets a steady rhythm for the first part of your trip. As you transition onto SR 1 and Old Michigan Road, the character of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to a more localized pace. The road personality remains functional and consistent throughout the entirety of the 63.2-mile trek.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.1 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and SR 1. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 33m drive. You will face about 13 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 (US 50): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (SR 46): Navigation decision point; at 24.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
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 Nebraska, IN to Blooming Grove, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrenceburg along the way.
Lawrenceburg
44.7 mi in|~1h 2m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 63.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 20.1 miles on I 74. 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 (US 50): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (SR 46): Navigation decision point; at 24.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Blooming Grove, IN before heading back.
