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Trip from Nebraska, IN to Riley, 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 39m

Distance

69.1 mi

111 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m

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 Riley, IN, IN

Riley, IN

Joshua Roberts

Trip Overview

Nebraska, IN to Riley, IN is 69.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 39 minutes via US 421, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, ideal if you're looking for a quick connection between these two points without much fuss. Given its short duration, it's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

34.6 miles from Nebraska, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 421 33.2 mi 41m
North Riley Highway 9.8 mi 14m
Old Michigan Road 8.6 mi 16m
SR 9 6.5 mi 9m
US 50 6.1 mi 9m
East Main Street 2.1 mi 3m
North Michigan Avenue 1.9 mi 2m
North Ireland Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 421 — 33.2 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska, IN and Riley, 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

13 mi · 20 min · US 421
6

Turn right onto US 421

0.4 mi · 31 sec · North Ireland Street
7

Turn left onto US 421

1.9 mi · 2 min · North Michigan Avenue
8

Turn right onto US 421

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US 421
9

Take the ramp onto US 421

20 mi · 21 min · US 421
Toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Exit 113 Toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
11

Turn right

143 ft · 3 sec
12

Turn right onto SR 9

9.8 mi · 14 min · North Riley Highway
13

Enter roundabout onto SR 9

122 ft · 2 sec · SR 9
14

Continue on SR 9

6.5 mi · 9 min · SR 9
15

Turn right onto US 40

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
16

Arrive at destination

US 40

Trip Plan

Given this is a short, single-day trip of under two hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. With a fuel cost estimated around $11, it's an economical drive. There are no specific stops noted, so plan to refuel before you leave Nebraska, IN, as the longest stretch without interruption is over 33 miles. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the efficient 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 34.6 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.2 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 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 34.6 miles or 54m 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 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riley, 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 69.1 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Nebraska, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 421 for about 33.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Shelbyville, IN

35 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

Osgood, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greensburg, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.6 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

Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Greenfield, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv mile 69.1

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13177327567

Visit website

Bob Evans

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Greenfield, Indiana

3 mi

Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv mile 69.1

Greenfield, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13177327567

Visit website

Bob Evans

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.1

Greenfield, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13174670342

Visit website

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 60.5 — 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

4
14.9 mi into trip | ~26m in | US 421

Turn left onto US 421

Navigation decision point

6
30.8 mi into trip | ~50m in | US 421

Take the ramp onto US 421 toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
6
50.4 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Take the exit toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield

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

Exit 113 Toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
4
60.5 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | SR 9

Enter roundabout onto SR 9

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.80 one way

$21.61 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $11.86 $23.72
premium $4.89 $13.30 $26.60
diesel $5.61 $15.26 $30.51

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: 24.2 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 20.7 0 $7.26 $3.32
Efficient EV 17.3 0 $6.05 $2.76
EV Truck/SUV 27.6 0 $9.67 $4.42

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Nebraska, IN

Late night in Nebraska on Sunday

Local time

12:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Riley, IN

Late night in Riley on Sunday

Local time

12:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Shelbyville, IN

35 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

1 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 39m 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 route is predominantly highway-focused, with 66% of the journey taking place on main roads like US 421 and North Riley Highway. You'll experience stretches where the road is primarily highway, including one continuous segment of 33.2 miles on US 421. Expect a consistent pace on these main arteries, with the landscape likely offering a typical Midwestern feel. The drive progresses smoothly, largely following established routes designed for efficient travel.

66% 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: 33.2 mi on US 421.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and North Riley Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50.

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 39m 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 14.9 miles (US 421): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles (US 421): 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.

On the drive from Nebraska, IN to Riley, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Greenfield along the way.

Greenfield

50.4 mi in | ~1h 11m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 69.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 33.2 miles on US 421. 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 14.9 miles (US 421): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles (US 421): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Riley, 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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