How far is Cannelton, IN from Nebraska, IN?

The driving distance from Cannelton, IN to Nebraska, IN is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
144.59 mi
02h 25m
Flight
105.68 mi
170.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
105.68 mi
Kilometers
170.07 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
144.59 mi
Kilometers
232.7 km
Drive Time
02h 25m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Nebraska
Sat, May 30, 8:11 AM EDT
Return by in Cannelton
Sat, May 30, 9:37 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cannelton
2026-05-30T04:45
Arrive Nebraska
Sat, May 30, 7:11 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
11:26 AM to 1:26 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cannelton
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Saint Marys
IN

Unincorporated community in Floyd County, Minnesota

From Cannelton
71.2 mi
01h 12m
To Nebraska
73.4 mi
01h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Saturday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph NE
Destination
79°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cannelton and Nebraska.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cannelton and Nebraska.

  1. 1

    Start on Washington Street

    889 ft · 41 sec · Washington Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto State Road 66

    2138 ft · 1 min · State Road 66

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Indiana State Road 237

    5 mi · 7 min · Indiana State Road 237

  4. 4

    Turn right

    20.1 mi · 27 min

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    1618 ft · 39 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    42.6 mi · 47 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East

    6.4 mi · 8 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville

    1772 ft · 34 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 65 North: Indianapolis

    1.2 km · 1 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    43.3 mi · 47 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 50 East: North Vernon

    1470 ft · 33 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Tipton Street

    9 mi · 13 min · East Tipton Street

  13. 13

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route

    8 m · 1 sec

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout

    63 m · 4 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Buckeye Street

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Buckeye Street

  16. 16

    Continue on West Walnut Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · West Walnut Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Buckeye Street

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Buckeye Street

  18. 18

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route

    12 m · 1 sec

  19. 19

    Exit the roundabout

    8.6 mi · 13 min

  20. 20

    Turn left onto East County Road 540 North

    17 m · 3 sec · East County Road 540 North

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East County Road 540 North

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cannelton and Nebraska.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
21 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
2 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Indiana State Road 237
47.8 mi · 33%
I 65 North
44.4 mi · 31%
Buckeye Street
12.6 mi · 9%
East Tipton Street
9.07 mi · 6%
I 265 East
6.42 mi · 4%
West Walnut Street
1.27 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 65 North

Merge slight left

43.3 mi · 00h 47m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 25m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+38.9 mi
105.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Marys
01h 12m from Cannelton
Leave By
1:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Cannelton and Mostly Sunny near Nebraska.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cannelton to Nebraska?

The road trip is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km) and usually takes 02h 25m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Saint Marys is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.2 miles from Cannelton and 73.4 miles from Nebraska.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.23 one way or $38.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Cannelton and Nebraska, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Cannelton and Mostly Sunny near Nebraska.

Stop Ideas Near Saint Marys

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Saint Marys, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Marys.

BUS

Louisville, Kentucky

15 mi away
720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cannelton and Nebraska. Straight-line distance: 105.68 mi (170.07 km).

Cannelton

#1 Cannelton

City in Troy Township, Perry County, Indiana, United States, along the Ohio River

Population1,473
Coordinates37.9114400, -86.7444300
Altitude125
CountryUnited States
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#2 Nebraska

Nebraska is a place in Indiana, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.0636600, -85.4594100
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
Start: Washington Street (-86.744236, 37.911247)
End: East County Road 540 North (-85.459475, 39.063621)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 233 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.1 gal
19.31 L · about $19.23
Round trip
$38.46
10.2 gal · 38.62 L
Estimated CO2
45.3 kg one way
Round trip: 90.6 kg / 200 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $19.23 $38.46
Mid-grade $4.25 $21.69 $43.38
Premium $4.65 $23.74 $47.47
Diesel $5.30 $27.05 $54.10

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · May 30, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Cannelton, IN and Nebraska, IN. The current time in Cannelton is 04:45:55, although it is 05:45:55 in Nebraska.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.