Origin
Clarksville, IN
Morning in Clarksville on Wednesday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Clarksville, IN to Fort Wayne, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 17m
Distance
231.7 mi
373 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 4m
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6 AM
4h 18m
8 AM
4h 44m
10 AM
4h 27m
12 PM
4h 24m
3 PM
4h 28m
5 PM
4h 43m
8 PM
4h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksville, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clarksville, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 231.7 miles and takes about 4h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, I 65, South Emerson Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 126.4 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
115.9 miles from Clarksville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 17m highway drive covering 231.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 126.4 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 126.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.2 miles in near US 31.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 231.7 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 0.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 100.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 31
Turn left onto US 31
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
100.9 mi into trip
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~1h 49m 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
101.4 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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South Emerson Avenue
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
118.4 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
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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
122.7 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
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I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 126.4 mi | 2h 19m |
| I 65 | 100.2 mi | 1h 48m |
| South Emerson Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Washington Center Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eastern Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 31 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Southport Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Coldwater Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 126.4 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on East Brooks Avenue
32 ft
·
4 sec
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East Brooks Avenue
2
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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Eastern Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 31
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 31
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
100 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
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I 65
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 103
Toward Southport Road
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn slight right
176 ft
·
4 sec
8
Turn straight onto East Southport Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Southport Road
9
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
11
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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I 69; I 74; I 465
12
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi
·
13 min
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I 69; I 465
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
108 mi
·
1 hr 57 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 312A
Toward Coldwater Road South
16
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Coldwater Road
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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East Washington Center Road
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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Dartmouth Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Trip Plan
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 115.9 miles from Clarksville, IN, or about 2h 9m 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.9 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 31m
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 Clarksville, 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 Clarksville, IN
This is one driving day of about 231.7 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarksville, 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 115.9 mi from Clarksville, IN · 2h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 115.9 miles from Clarksville, 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 126.4 miles.
Arriving in Fort Wayne, IN
The final approach into Fort Wayne, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fort Wayne, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.22 one way
$72.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $39.77 | $79.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $44.59 | $89.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.16 | $102.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.5 | 0 | $24.33 | $11.12 |
| Efficient EV | 57.9 | 0 | $20.27 | $9.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.7 | 1 | $32.44 | $14.83 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Fort Wayne on Wednesday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
15 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
4h 17m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clarksville, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 231.7 miles and takes about 4h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, I 65, South Emerson Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 115.9 miles from Clarksville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 231.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 100.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clarksville, IN to Fort Wayne, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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