Origin
Nebraska, IN
Late night in Nebraska on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nebraska, IN to Nashville, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
50.8 mi
82 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Nashville, IN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 50.8-mile drive from Nebraska, Indiana, to Nashville, Indiana, is easily manageable in just 1 hour and 16 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate Indiana State Roads 7 and 46, along with US 50, accounting for a significant 72% highway share. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $8, this journey through the Midwest is efficient and budget-friendly. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it suits you and arrive in Nashville with plenty of time to explore. This trip is ideal for a quick getaway without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 7 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| US 50 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| SR 46 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Jonathan Moore Pike | 8.4 mi | 12m |
| State Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| 3rd Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Van Buren Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 7
— 14.9 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Nashville, 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 onto US 50
157 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 50
4
Continue on US 50
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 50
5
Turn right onto SR 7
15 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 7
6
Continue on SR 46
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Street
7
Continue on SR 46
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
8
Continue on Jonathan Moore Pike
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Jonathan Moore Pike
9
Continue on SR 46
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 46
10
Continue on SR 135
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Van Buren Street
11
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.4 miles from Nebraska, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 50.6 — 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
|
US 50
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
12.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
SR 7
Turn right onto SR 7
Navigation decision point
5
50.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.94 one way
$15.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.78 | $19.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.22 | $22.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Nashville, IN
Late night in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Columbus, IN
25 mi in
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
31 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 16m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 50.8-mile journey, with 72% of the route utilizing faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.9 miles on SR 7, offering a consistent pace. While the profile is largely highway, the inclusion of SR 46 and US 50 may introduce some variations in road type and speed as you progress toward Nashville. This drive offers a practical and direct path, minimizing complex intersections and maximizing forward momentum. It's a route designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely scenic cruising.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.9 mi on SR 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 7 and US 50. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Nebraska, IN to Nashville, IN is easy. At 1h 16m with 72% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 50): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (US 50): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.6 miles (SR 7): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 50.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.9 miles on SR 7. 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 (US 50): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.6 miles (SR 7): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nashville, 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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