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Trip from Nebraska, IN to Southport, IN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 34m

Distance

71.2 mi

115 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m

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

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town in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Southport, IN

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Nebraska to Southport, Indiana, expect a straightforward journey covering 71.2 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 34 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including I-65, SR 7, and US 50, to navigate across the Midwest. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your travel costs for the duration of the trip. Since the entire drive stays within the state of Indiana, you will find the transition between these two Midwestern locations seamless and efficient. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you to your destination quickly without the need for complex planning.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

35.6 miles from Nebraska, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 34.2 mi 37m
SR 7 14.9 mi 22m
US 50 12.6 mi 18m
State Street 3.9 mi 5m
East Southport Road 2.2 mi 5m
Jonathan Moore Pike 1.4 mi 1m
3rd Street 1.3 mi 2m
East County Road 540 North <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 34.2 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

34 mi · 37 min · I 65
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Exit 103 Toward Southport Road Use the slight right lane.
12

At end of road, turn left onto East Southport Road

2.2 mi · 5 min · East Southport Road
13

Turn right

51 ft · 3 sec
14

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short 71.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily manage the drive in one go without needing to schedule formal stops, as the duration is under two hours. To ensure a smooth experience, keep an eye on traffic patterns when merging onto the 34.2-mile stretch of I-65, as this is where you will likely encounter the most congestion. Since fuel costs are estimated at $11, topping off your tank before you leave Nebraska will help you reach Southport without worrying about finding a pump along the way. Utilizing the highway-heavy route means you can maintain a consistent speed, so plan your arrival time accordingly to account for potential highway slowdowns.

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 35.6 miles from Nebraska, IN, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 16 miles or 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 35.6 miles or 52m 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 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southport, 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 71.2 miles and 1h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Nebraska, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 34.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbus, IN

36 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

North Vernon, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lowell, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.6 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Guatemex Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Columbus, Indiana

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 41min in / 54min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18123900502

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.7 mi

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Greenwood, Indiana

0.8 mi

Guatemex Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Columbus, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18123900502

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178070248

Visit website

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178591336

Visit website

Margaritas Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178591009

Visit website

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Portillo’s Indianapolis-IN

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10:30 pm

+13177439364

Visit website

Brick Street Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

North Vernon, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18125923960

Visit website

Big Head Pizza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

North Vernon, Indiana

Hours: 3–9 pm

+18123529898

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 68.6 — 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

4
34.2 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward I 65 North: Indianapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
7
68.6 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit toward Southport Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 103 Toward Southport Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.13 one way

$22.26 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $12.22 $24.44
premium $4.89 $13.70 $27.40
diesel $5.61 $15.72 $31.44

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: 24.9 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 21.4 0 $7.48 $3.42
Efficient EV 17.8 0 $6.23 $2.85
EV Truck/SUV 28.5 0 $9.97 $4.56

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 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 20, 2026

Origin

Nebraska, IN

Late night in Nebraska on Tuesday

Local time

5:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Southport, IN

Late night in Southport on Tuesday

Local time

5:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

51°F

Columbus, IN

36 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 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady pace for the majority of the 1 hour and 34-minute trip. The most significant portion of the journey is a 34.2-mile stretch on I-65, which provides the most consistent driving conditions. As you transition between SR 7, US 50, and the interstate, the character of the road shifts from local connections to the faster, more industrial flow of the highway. Expect a utilitarian experience behind the wheel that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.2 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 7. 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 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Nebraska, IN to Southport, IN is easy. At 1h 34m with 87% 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 34m. Total distance: 71.2 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 (87%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.2 miles on I 65. 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 Southport, 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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