Spanning 49.5 miles across Indiana, this straightforward drive from Nebraska to Maumee is a manageable trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes. Because of the modest distance, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a cost-effective way to navigate this slice of the Midwest. You will primarily utilize a mix of US 50, East 6th Street, and West County Road 1000 North to reach your destination. Whether you are commuting or simply exploring the region, the route offers a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Indiana locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
24.8 miles from Nebraska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 38m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 50
20.1 mi
30m
East 6th Street
12.8 mi
19m
West County Road 1000 North
4 mi
15m
Buckeye Street
3.9 mi
7m
SR 135
2.5 mi
3m
West County Road 890 North
1.3 mi
4m
East Walnut Street
1.3 mi
2m
SR 58
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 20.1 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Maumee, IN.
1
Start on East County Road 540 North
56 ft·4 sec·East County Road 540 North
2
Turn right onto US 50
8.6 mi·12 min·US 50
3
Enter roundabout
264 ft·4 sec
4
Continue
133 ft·2 sec
5
Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
1.4 mi·2 min·Buckeye Street
6
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
1.3 mi·2 min·East Walnut Street
7
Continue on Buckeye Street
2.6 mi·4 min·Buckeye Street
8
Enter roundabout onto US 50
247 ft·8 sec·US 50
9
Continue on US 50
11 mi·17 min·US 50
10
Turn right onto SR 11
0.4 mi·1 min·South Broadway Street
11
Turn left onto SR 11
377 ft·14 sec·East 5th Street
12
Turn right onto SR 11
322 ft·16 sec·North Ewing Street
13
Turn left onto SR 258
13 mi·19 min·East 6th Street
14
Continue on SR 58
1.0 mi·2 min·SR 58
15
Turn slight right onto West Columbus Pike
0.4 mi·1 min·West Columbus Pike
16
At end of road, turn right onto SR 135
0.6 mi·57 sec·SR 135
17
Turn left onto SR 135
1.9 mi·2 min·SR 135
18
Turn left onto West County Road 890 North
1.3 mi·4 min·West County Road 890 North
19
Keep slight right at fork onto Old 925 North
0.8 mi·3 min·Old 925 North
20
Turn right onto Buffalo Pike
0.3 mi·59 sec·Buffalo Pike
21
Continue on West County Road 975 North
0.1 mi·34 sec·West County Road 975 North
22
At end of road, turn right onto North County Road 800 West
0.2 mi·55 sec·North County Road 800 West
23
Turn left onto West County Road 1000 North
4.0 mi·15 min·West County Road 1000 North
24
Turn left onto Pike Road
0.1 mi·25 sec·Pike Road
25
Continue on Pike Road
25 ft·1 sec·Pike Road
26
Arrive at destination
Pike Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, allowing you to avoid peak traffic if you prefer a quieter experience. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops given the total duration of under two hours, though keeping your tank topped off for $8 ensures you reach your destination without worry. Focus on the transitions between US 50 and the local roads, as these shifts require the most navigation. Because the route relies on a combination of highways and local streets, stay alert for changing speed limits as you move through different road classifications. Leveraging the lack of mandatory stops means you can maintain a steady pace from start to finish.
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 24.8 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 38m 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 11 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.8 miles or 38m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maumee, 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 49.5 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Nebraska, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 50 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.2 — 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 right onto US 50
Navigation decision point
5
8.6 mi into trip|~12m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
10.1 mi into trip|~15m in|East Walnut Street
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
40.2 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|SR 135
At end of road, turn right onto SR 135
Navigation decision point
5
45.2 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|North County Road 800 West
At end of road, turn right onto North County Road 800 West
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.74 one way
$15.48 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg17 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$8.50
$16.99
premium
$4.89
$9.53
$19.05
diesel
$5.61
$10.93
$21.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
14.9
0
$5.20
$2.38
Efficient EV
12.4
0
$4.33
$1.98
EV Truck/SUV
19.8
0
$6.93
$3.17
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Nebraska, IN
Late night
in Nebraska on Sunday
Local time
3:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maumee, IN
Late night
in Maumee on Sunday
Local time
3:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
18 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
1h 34m 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?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged rather than stuck in a monotonous highway grind. About 48% of your journey consists of highway travel, providing a balance between faster segments and slower local road navigation. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on US 50, which spans 20.1 miles before the route transitions into more localized thoroughfares. Expect the driving experience to shift as you move from the main highway onto the specific local streets required to reach Maumee. It is a functional drive that requires your attention as the road character changes throughout the 49.5-mile course.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.1 mi on US 50.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.
Driving Effort5/10
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 49.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 (US 50): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 49.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.1 miles on US 50. 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 8.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Maumee, IN before heading back.
