How far is Nebraska, IN from New Pekin, IN?
The driving distance from Nebraska, IN to New Pekin, IN is about 69 miles (111.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Jackson County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nebraska and New Pekin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nebraska and New Pekin.
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Start on East County Road 540 North
17 m · 5 sec · East County Road 540 North
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Turn right
8.6 mi · 13 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
81 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout
41 m · 2 sec
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Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Buckeye Street
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Walnut Street
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Continue on Buckeye Street
2.6 mi · 5 min · Buckeye Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
75 m · 8 sec
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Exit the roundabout
9.2 mi · 13 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 South: Louisville
1230 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
20 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 56 West: Salem
1274 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto West McClain Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · West McClain Avenue
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Continue on West Mount Drive
906 ft · 15 sec · West Mount Drive
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Continue on State Road 56
15.5 mi · 23 min · State Road 56
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Turn left onto Salem Bypass
2.1 mi · 3 min · Salem Bypass
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Salem Bypass
69 m · 4 sec · State Road 60
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Exit the rotary onto State Road 60
6.6 mi · 11 min · State Road 60
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Road 60
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nebraska and New Pekin.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
20 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Nebraska and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Pekin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nebraska to New Pekin?
The road trip is about 69 miles (111.1 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Crothersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.5 miles from Nebraska and 34.5 miles from New Pekin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.20 one way or $18.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Nebraska and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Pekin.
Stop Ideas Near Crothersville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Connersville station
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nebraska and New Pekin. Straight-line distance: 48.9 mi (78.7 km).
#1 Nebraska
Nebraska is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.0636600, -85.4594100 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Pekin
City in Washington County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,392 |
| Coordinates | 38.5050600, -86.0169200 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Pekin (-86.01692, 38.50506)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.36 | $22.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
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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