How far is Fort Branch, IN from Nebraska, IN?
The driving distance from Fort Branch, IN to Nebraska, IN is about 179.8 miles (289.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.5 miles (205.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Branch and Nebraska.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Branch and Nebraska.
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Start on North West Street
635 ft · 30 sec · North West Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Park Street
2352 ft · 47 sec · West Park Street
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Continue on State Road 168
1297 ft · 26 sec · State Road 168
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Turn right
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East
1397 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
96.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
1772 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 North: Indianapolis
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
43.3 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50 East: North Vernon
1470 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto East Tipton Street
9 mi · 13 min · East Tipton Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
8 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
63 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · Buckeye Street
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Continue on West Walnut Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Walnut Street
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Turn right onto Buckeye Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Buckeye Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
12 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
8.6 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto East County Road 540 North
17 m · 3 sec · East County Road 540 North
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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 Fort Branch and Nebraska.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 64 East
Merge slight left
96.5 mi · 01h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fort Branch and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Nebraska.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Branch to Nebraska?
The road trip is about 179.8 miles (289.4 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Corydon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.8 miles from Fort Branch and 91 miles from Nebraska.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.5 miles (205.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.3 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.95 one way or $47.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Fort Branch and Nebraska, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fort Branch and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Nebraska.
Stop Ideas Near Corydon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Corydon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Branch and Nebraska. Straight-line distance: 127.49 mi (205.18 km).
#1 Fort Branch
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,775 |
| Coordinates | 38.2511600, -87.5811300 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nebraska
Nebraska is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.0636600, -85.4594100 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: East County Road 540 North (-85.459475, 39.063621)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $23.95 | $47.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.01 | $54.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.55 | $59.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.68 | $67.36 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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