How far is Palmyra, IN from Nebraska, IN?
The driving distance from Palmyra, IN to Nebraska, IN is about 73.6 miles (118.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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 28m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Small city in Indiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palmyra and Nebraska.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmyra and Nebraska.
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Start on Greene Street Northeast
1.3 km · 1 min · Greene Street Northeast
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Continue on State Road 135
12.5 mi · 19 min · State Road 135
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Turn right onto Salem Bypass
1.7 mi · 2 min · Salem Bypass
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Salem Bypass
36 m · 2 sec · Salem Bypass
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Exit the rotary onto Salem Bypass
2.1 mi · 3 min · Salem Bypass
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Turn right onto State Road 56
15.5 mi · 23 min · State Road 56
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Continue on West Mount Drive
906 ft · 15 sec · West Mount Drive
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Continue on West McClain Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · West McClain Avenue
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Turn left
1073 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
19.8 mi · 21 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 Palmyra and Nebraska.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West McClain Avenue
Merge slight left
19.8 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Palmyra and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nebraska.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palmyra to Nebraska?
The road trip is about 73.6 miles (118.4 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Austin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.5 miles from Palmyra and 35 miles from Nebraska.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.77 one way or $19.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Palmyra and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nebraska.
Stop Ideas Near Austin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmyra and Nebraska. Straight-line distance: 57.3 mi (92.21 km).
#1 Palmyra
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,433 |
| Coordinates | 38.4078400, -86.1099700 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| 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: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.74 | $27.47 |
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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