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Trip from Nebraska, IN to North Terre Haute, 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 8m

Distance

151.8 mi

244 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 57m ★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 17m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 31m
8 PM
3h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Nebraska, IN, IN

Nebraska, IN

Sam McCool

Downtown North Terre Haute, IN, IN

North Terre Haute, IN

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

Spanning 151.8 miles through the heart of the Midwest, this drive from Nebraska, Indiana, to North Terre Haute is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 8 minutes. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach their destination without an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $23 for fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. The route utilizes a mix of major arteries, including the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, I-65, and SR 7. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a change of scenery, this trip offers a manageable pace that avoids the need for complex travel logistics.

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

75.9 miles from Nebraska, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 58.3 mi 1h 2m
I 65 37.2 mi 40m
SR 7 14.9 mi 22m
US 50 12.6 mi 18m
I 69 4.5 mi 5m
I 74 4.3 mi 4m
State Street 3.9 mi 5m
US 40 3.2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Dwight D Eisenhower Highway — 58.3 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and North Terre Haute, 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

1.4 mi · 1 min · Jonathan Moore Pike
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
10

Merge onto I 65

37 mi · 40 min · I 65
11

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Exit 106 Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria Use the slight left lane.
13

Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465

4.5 mi · 5 min · I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465

4.3 mi · 4 min · I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 9 Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

2.8 mi · 5 min
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport Use the slight left lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis Use the slight left lane.
18

Merge onto I 70

58 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Exit 11A-B Toward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
20

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 38 sec
Exit 11B Toward US 40 East, SR 46 West
21

Turn straight onto US 40; SR 46

3.2 mi · 4 min · US 40; SR 46
Use the straight lane.
22

Continue on North 55th Street

56 ft · 3 sec · North 55th Street
Use the left lane.
23

Turn left onto Wabash Avenue

1.4 mi · 2 min · Wabash Avenue
24

Turn right onto Blakely Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Blakely Avenue
25

Continue on North Fruitridge Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · North Fruitridge Avenue
26

Enter roundabout onto Fruitridge Avenue

104 ft · 6 sec · Fruitridge Avenue
27

Continue on Fruitridge Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Fruitridge Avenue
28

Arrive at destination

Fruitridge Avenue

Trip Plan

Planning your departure is simple since the 3-hour and 8-minute duration offers plenty of flexibility for a one-day trip. While you only need to account for one planned stop along the way, it is wise to use that time to stretch and refuel before finishing the final leg of your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, keeping that $23 estimate in mind as you map out where to pull over. Since the route is relatively short, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that avoids peak traffic hours on the busier sections of I-65. Prioritize a mid-trip break to maintain focus, as the transition between major highways and state roads requires a shift in driving mindset.

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 75.9 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.3 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 33 miles or 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.9 miles or 1h 37m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Terre Haute, 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.

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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 Nebraska, IN

This is one driving day of about 151.8 miles and 3h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Nebraska, 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 58.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beech Grove, IN

76 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

Lowell, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Indianapolis, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.9 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Angottis Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Indiana

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 32.5

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18123750686

Visit website

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Greenwood, Indiana

1 mi

Max & Erma's

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Edinburgh, Indiana

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 151.8

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18129172268

Visit website

Angottis Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 32.5

Columbus, Indiana

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18123750686

Visit website

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.1

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Max & Erma's

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 43.4

Edinburgh, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18125266250

Visit website

Arby's

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.8

North Vernon, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–10:30 pm

+18123465555

Visit website

Wendy's

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 10.8

North Vernon, Indiana

Hours: 5:30 am–12 pm

+18123468183

Visit website

Las chalupas Mexican Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.8

North Vernon, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18123527900

Visit website

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.1

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178591336

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178070248

Visit website

Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 151.8

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18129172268

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.9

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 75.9

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 141

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 141

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 71.7 and 84.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
71.7 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 106 Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 E...
8
71.8 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
8
81 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 9 Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Internat...
8
81.3 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Int...
7
84.1 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.73 one way

$47.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $26.06 $52.11
premium $4.89 $29.21 $58.43
diesel $5.61 $33.52 $67.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.5 0 $15.94 $7.29
Efficient EV 38 0 $13.28 $6.07
EV Truck/SUV 60.7 0 $21.25 $9.72

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Nebraska, IN

Morning in Nebraska on Sunday

Local time

10:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Terre Haute, IN

Morning in North Terre Haute on Sunday

Local time

10:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

75°F

Beech Grove, IN

76 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

4 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

3h 8m 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 mixed driving experience that blends high-speed interstate travel with more localized highway segments. With 51% of the journey spent on highways, you will encounter varying road conditions, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 58.3 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The transition between these roads keeps the drive engaging, shifting from faster, multi-lane stretches to the more rhythmic pace of state routes. You will find that the character of the road changes as you navigate these different highway classifications, requiring you to remain attentive as you shift from the open interstate to the secondary roads that define this 151.8-mile trek.

51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.3 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 71.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 151.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 71.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Nebraska, IN and North Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.

Cincinnati

71.7 mi in | ~1h 32m

Indianapolis International Airport

81 mi in | ~1h 43m

Indianapolis

81 mi in | ~1h 43m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 151.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 58.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. 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 North Terre Haute, 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 71.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at North Terre Haute, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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