Origin
Sugar Creek, IN
Late night in Sugar Creek on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sugar Creek, IN to Nebraska, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
60.3 mi
97 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sugar Creek, IN
Keith Cassill
Nebraska, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
Sugar Creek, IN to Nebraska, IN is 60.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via I 74 and South Michigan Avenue, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within the Midwest region, traversing Indiana for its entirety. Expect a drive that's predominantly on major roadways, making it a practical choice for a quick hop between these two points. If you're looking for an efficient way to get from one town to the other without much fuss, this route fits the bill.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 28.6 mi | 30m |
| South Michigan Avenue | 13.1 mi | 19m |
| North Old Michigan Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| US 50 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| US 421 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Ireland Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| London Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 28.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sugar Creek, IN and Nebraska, IN.
1
Start on Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
39 ft
·
3 sec
·
Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
2
Turn right onto Myrtle Lane
314 ft
·
16 sec
·
Myrtle Lane
3
Turn right onto London Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
London Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
5
Merge onto I 74; US 421
29 mi
·
30 min
·
I 74; US 421
6
Take the exit onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 421
Exit 132
Toward US 421: Greensburg
7
Turn right onto US 421
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
US 421
8
Continue on US 421
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 421
9
Turn right onto US 421
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Ireland Street
10
Turn left onto US 421; SR 46
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Main Street
11
Turn slight right onto US 421
13 mi
·
19 min
·
South Michigan Avenue
12
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West County Road 850 North
13
Turn left onto North Old Michigan Road
8.6 mi
·
16 min
·
North Old Michigan Road
14
Turn right onto US 50
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
15
Turn right onto East County Road 540 North
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
East County Road 540 North
16
Arrive at destination
East County Road 540 North
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Sugar Creek, 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
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.5 — 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
|
Myrtle Lane
Turn right onto Myrtle Lane
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
London Road
Turn right onto London Road
Navigation decision point
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
5
29.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 421
Take the exit onto US 421 toward US 421: Greensburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 132
Toward US 421: Greensburg
4
45.5 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
West County Road 850 North
Turn right onto West County Road 850 North
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.43 one way
$18.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Nebraska, IN
Late night in Nebraska on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Greensburg, IN
30 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
5 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 23m 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 drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with 62% of the journey utilizing major roads like I 74. You'll experience a stretch of 28.6 miles on I 74 without needing to turn off, offering a consistent pace. The character is largely that of a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll likely encounter higher speed limits and fewer interruptions compared to local roads. While it’s not a winding scenic route, it provides a direct and efficient path between your starting and ending points.
62% 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: 28.6 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and South Michigan Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Myrtle Lane.
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 23m drive. You will face about 12 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 (Myrtle Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (London Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 60.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.6 miles on I 74. 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 (Myrtle Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (London Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nebraska, 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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