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Trip from Fort Wayne, IN to Oak Grove, IN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

6h 19m

Distance

325.7 mi

524 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 7m ★
6 AM
6h 20m
8 AM
6h 45m
10 AM
6h 29m
12 PM
6h 26m
3 PM
6h 30m
5 PM
6h 44m
8 PM
6h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Oak Grove, IN, IN

Oak Grove, IN

Skyler Ewing

Trip Overview

The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Oak Grove, IN covers 325.7 miles and takes about 6h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, East Lloyd Expressway, SR 62 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 284.6 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.92 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

162.8 miles from Fort Wayne, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 19m. Total distance: 325.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 19m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Drive Character

This is a 6h 19m highway drive covering 325.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and East Lloyd Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 284.6 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 22 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 284.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East Lloyd Expressway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 325.7 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles (I 69; US 24; US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.2 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
1.8 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the exit toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indi...
5
2.1 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 69; US 24; US 30

Merge onto I 69; US 24; US 30

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
111.2 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
5
112.2 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | I 69

Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
8
133.9 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 284.6 mi 5h 11m
East Lloyd Expressway 14.4 mi 16m
SR 62 12.2 mi 14m
Bonebank Road 3.6 mi 13m
SR 69 3.6 mi 5m
North Burkhardt Road 2.5 mi 4m
East Washington Center Road 1.6 mi 2m
Oak Grove Road 1.4 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 284.6 mi, about 5h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fort Wayne, IN and Oak Grove, IN.

1

Start on Dartmouth Drive

0.2 mi · 45 sec · Dartmouth Drive
2

Turn left onto East Washington Center Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · East Washington Center Road
3

Turn left onto SR 3

378 ft · 14 sec · Lima Road
4

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
5

Merge onto I 69; US 24; US 30

8.4 mi · 9 min · I 69; US 24; US 30
Use the straight lane.
6

Continue on I 69; US 33

76 mi · 1 hr 21 min · I 69; US 33
7

Continue on I 69; SR 9; SR 67

24 mi · 26 min · I 69; SR 9; SR 67
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 69
Use the slight right lane.
9

Continue on I 69

22 mi · 25 min · I 69
Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

48 mi · 54 min · I 69
Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

104 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec
Exit 10 Toward Lynch Road
13

Turn slight right

153 ft · 4 sec
14

Turn straight onto Lynch Road

498 ft · 15 sec · Lynch Road
15

Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Burkhardt Road
16

Turn right onto SR 66

14 mi · 16 min · East Lloyd Expressway
17

Continue on SR 62

12 mi · 14 min · SR 62
18

Turn left onto SR 69

3.6 mi · 5 min · SR 69
19

Turn right onto Spencer Ditch Road

0.8 mi · 3 min · Spencer Ditch Road
20

Turn left onto Bonebank Road

3.6 mi · 13 min · Bonebank Road
21

Turn right onto Oak Grove Road

1.4 mi · 5 min · Oak Grove Road
22

Arrive at destination

Oak Grove Road

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162.8 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 284.6 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 72 miles or 1h 19m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 162.8 miles or 3h 1m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Grove, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fort Wayne, 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 Fort Wayne, IN

This is one driving day of about 325.7 miles and 6h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Fort Wayne, 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 284.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 162.8 mi from Fort Wayne, IN · 3h 1m into the drive

person who operates a mill

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Miller, IN

163 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

Elwood, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Alaska, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 162.8 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 284.6 miles.

Arriving in Oak Grove, IN

The final approach into Oak Grove, 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 Oak Grove, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...

20 mi from route ~50 min detour Free near mile 247.1
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

National Memorial

Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...

25 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 269.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$50.92 one way

$101.84 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 114 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $55.91 $111.82
premium $4.89 $62.68 $125.36
diesel $5.61 $71.91 $143.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$51

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$76–$101

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 114 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 97.7 1 $34.20 $15.63
Efficient EV 81.4 0 $28.50 $13.03
EV Truck/SUV 130.3 1 $45.60 $20.84

Gas CO2

114 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Fort Wayne, IN

Night in Fort Wayne on Thursday

Local time

11:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oak Grove, IN

Night in Oak Grove on Thursday

Local time

10:21 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

17 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

6h 19m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Oak Grove, IN covers 325.7 miles and takes about 6h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, East Lloyd Expressway, SR 62. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.8 miles from Fort Wayne, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 325.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles (I 69; US 24; US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.2 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fort Wayne, IN to Oak Grove, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.

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