Origin
Warren Park, IN
Late night in Warren Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warren Park, IN to Fort Wayne, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
121.5 mi
196 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren Park, IN
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Trip Overview
This 121.5-mile drive from Warren Park, Indiana, to Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 17 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. With a projected fuel cost of around $19, it's an economical option for a weekend getaway or a quick visit. The route is primarily highway-focused, making for an efficient journey through the Midwest region of Indiana. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a direct and uncomplicated travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.8 miles from Warren Park, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 116.1 mi | 2h 7m |
| North Shadeland Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Pendleton Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Washington Center Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 10th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Coldwater Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dartmouth Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Edmondson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 116.1 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warren Park, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on North Edmondson Avenue
99 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Edmondson Avenue
2
Turn left onto East 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
East 10th Street
3
Turn left onto North Shadeland Avenue
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
North Shadeland Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto Pendleton Pike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pendleton Pike
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 465 North
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 69; I 465
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 69; I 465
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
108 mi
·
1 hr 57 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 312A
Toward Coldwater Road South
10
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Coldwater Road
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Washington Center Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Dartmouth Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 17-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning is a good strategy to avoid potential afternoon traffic. Given the relatively short distance and the highway-focused nature, you won't need to plan extensive stops, but it’s always wise to factor in a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 116.1-mile stretch on I-69, as services might be less frequent. The $19 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting, and remember that the flexibility of a shorter drive means you can depart on your own schedule.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.8 miles from Warren Park, IN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.1 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 27 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.8 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
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 Warren Park, 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 Warren Park, IN
This is one driving day of about 121.5 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Warren Park, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 116.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.8 miles from Warren Park, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 120.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 10th Street
Turn left onto East 10th Street
Navigation decision point
7
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Turn left toward I 465 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 465 North
6
8.2 mi into trip
|
~12m 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
12.4 mi into trip
|
~18m 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
120.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
|
Coldwater Road
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.00 one way
$37.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.86 | $41.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.38 | $46.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.83 | $53.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.76 | $5.83 |
| Efficient EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.6 | 0 | $17.01 | $7.78 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Fort Wayne, IN
Late night in Fort Wayne on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 96% of the journey taking place on major roadways. The bulk of your travel, a continuous stretch of 116.1 miles, will be on I-69. This means you'll experience a consistent pace for most of the drive. You'll start on local roads like North Shadeland Avenue and Pendleton Pike before merging onto the interstate. The character of the drive remains largely consistent once you're on I-69, offering a predictable and efficient transit through the Indiana landscape.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 116.1 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and North Shadeland Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 10th Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.5 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Arriving in Fort Wayne, IN
Full guide →“City Of Churches” · Founded 1794
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.
Top landmarks
- • Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — Catholic cathedral in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
- • Smith Field — in Indiana, USA
- • Allen County Courthouse — courthouse in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 121.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 116.1 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fort Wayne, IN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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