Traveling from Nineveh to Fort Wayne covers 156 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes. Because the route is straightforward and efficient, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-69 and I-65 to navigate through the heart of the Midwest. Budgeting approximately $24 for fuel should be sufficient for the trip. Given the duration, this drive is best suited for those looking for a direct connection between these two Indiana points rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78 miles from Nineveh, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
126.4 mi
2h 19m
I 65
12.8 mi
14m
South Nineveh Road
3.3 mi
7m
South 100 East
2.6 mi
5m
South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
South 200 East
1.9 mi
6m
East King Street
1.7 mi
2m
West Jefferson Street
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 126.4 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nineveh, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on Hospital Road
112 ft·5 sec·Hospital Road
2
Turn right onto South Nineveh Road
3.3 mi·7 min·South Nineveh Road
3
Continue on South 100 East
1.6 mi·3 min·South 100 East
4
At end of road, turn right onto East 300 South
348 ft·14 sec·East 300 South
5
Turn left onto South 100 East
1.0 mi·1 min·South 100 East
6
Continue on Nineveh Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Nineveh Road
7
Turn left onto South 200 East
0.8 mi·1 min·South 200 East
8
At end of road, turn right onto South 200 East
1.0 mi·4 min·South 200 East
9
Turn left onto US 31
0.7 mi·1 min·US 31
10
Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
1.1 mi·1 min·West Jefferson Street
11
Turn left onto North Forsythe Street
491 ft·10 sec·North Forsythe Street
12
Turn right onto East King Street
0.6 mi·52 sec·East King Street
13
Enter roundabout onto East King Street
134 ft·2 sec·East King Street
14
Continue on East King Street
1.1 mi·1 min·East King Street
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
16
Merge onto I 65
13 mi·14 min·I 65
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 103Toward Southport RoadUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn slight right
176 ft·4 sec
19
Turn straight onto East Southport Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Southport Road
20
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi·4 min·South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
22
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi·2 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
23
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi·13 min·I 69; I 465
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi·5 min·I 69
Exit 37Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
25
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
108 mi·1 hr 57 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 312AToward Coldwater Road South
27
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
0.2 mi·18 sec·Coldwater Road
Use the right lane.
28
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
0.3 mi·40 sec·East Washington Center Road
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi·38 sec·Dartmouth Drive
30
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Trip Plan
To keep your 3-hour and 9-minute journey comfortable, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs. Since the route relies heavily on major interstates, check traffic reports before departing to avoid potential congestion on I-69. Leaving during off-peak hours is a smart way to ensure a smoother experience on the highway. With your fuel costs estimated at $24, filling up before you hit the main interstate stretches will give you peace of mind. Use the flexibility of this short trip to adjust your departure time based on your personal preference for morning or afternoon driving.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78 miles from Nineveh, IN, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 34 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Wayne, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nineveh, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Nineveh, IN
This is one driving day of about 156 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Nineveh, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 126.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 25.2 and 155.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
25.2 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward Southport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 103
Toward Southport Road
6
25.8 mi into trip|~43m in|South Emerson Avenue
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
42.8 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
6
47 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
155.3 mi into trip|~3h 7m in|Coldwater Road
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.39 one way
$48.78 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.78
$53.56
premium
$4.89
$30.02
$60.04
diesel
$5.61
$34.44
$68.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.8
0
$16.38
$7.49
Efficient EV
39
0
$13.65
$6.24
EV Truck/SUV
62.4
0
$21.84
$9.98
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Nineveh, IN
Late night
in Nineveh on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Wayne, IN
Late night
in Fort Wayne on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 9m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of local roads like South Nineveh Road before transitioning to the interstate system. Be prepared for a long, consistent stretch of 126.4 miles on I-69, which defines the bulk of your time behind the wheel. The experience is primarily an interstate grind designed for utility rather than winding backroads. Expect a steady, predictable pace as you move through the Indiana landscape.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 126.4 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.2 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 156 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Fort Wayne is a city in the northeastern part of Indiana, a state of the United States of America. It is 30 minutes from the western Ohio border and 70 minutes from the southern border of Michigan. With a population of around 260,000 in the city and 615,000 in the metropolitan area, it's Indiana's second largest city.
Fort Wayne is a metropolitan city with a small community feel. It provides the rush of urban activity while never losing an intimate personal connection with those who live or visit here. Fort Wayne is the second largest city in the state of Indiana, located in Allen County, the largest county in the state by geography. It is the regional commerce and industry center for Northeast Indiana and also impacts the economies of Southwestern Michigan and Western Ohio. Fort Wayne has been and is a breeding ground for entrepreneurs and high tech industries.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 156 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 126.4 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Fort Wayne, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Fort Wayne, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
