Origin
Warsaw, IN
Late night in Warsaw on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warsaw, IN to Fort Wayne, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
40.8 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warsaw, IN
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Trip Overview
Warsaw, IN to Fort Wayne, IN is 40.8 miles and takes about 55m via Lake City Highway and US 30, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short Midwest jaunt connects two Indiana communities within the same state. Expect a drive that primarily utilizes local roads with some highway segments, making it a straightforward, turn-heavy journey. Given its brevity, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace and plenty of time for activities upon arrival in Fort Wayne. It’s a practical option for those looking for a quick connection between these two points without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lake City Highway | 34.9 mi | 45m |
| US 30 | 3 mi | 3m |
| East Center Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Washington Center Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Coldwater Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dartmouth Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lake City Highway
— 34.9 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on East Center Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 30
35 mi
·
45 min
·
Lake City Highway
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the exit onto US 30
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 30
Toward I 69 North
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 312A
Toward Coldwater Road South
5
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Coldwater Road
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Washington Center Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Dartmouth Drive
8
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from Warsaw, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 65 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 40.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 30 / Lake City Highway
Turn right onto US 30 / Lake City Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
36.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 30
Take the exit onto US 30 toward I 69 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 69 North
5
39.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward Coldwater Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 312A
Toward Coldwater Road South
6
40.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Coldwater Road
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
40.3 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
East Washington Center Road
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.38 one way
$12.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.00 | $14.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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 Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
55m 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?
This route leans heavily on local roads, with a highway share of just 7%, indicating a more turn-filled driving experience rather than a fast-paced interstate cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 34.9 miles along Lake City Highway, suggesting a significant portion of the drive follows this primary artery. As you transition, be prepared for a profile described as 'Turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll likely be navigating more intersections and varied speed limits compared to a pure highway journey. The road character is less about open vistas and more about efficient travel through populated areas.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.9 mi on Lake City Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near US 30 / Lake City Highway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 55m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (US 30 / Lake City Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Arriving in Fort Wayne, IN
Full guide →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.
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 55m. Total distance: 40.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.9 miles on Lake City Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (US 30 / Lake City Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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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