Trip from Fort Wayne, IN to Scipio, IN

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 54m

Distance

135.8 mi

219 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

2h 43m ★

6 AM

2h 54m

8 AM

3h 16m

10 AM

3h 2m

12 PM

3h 0m

3 PM

3h 3m

5 PM

3h 15m

8 PM

2h 47m

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

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Scipio, IN

Anton Ivanov

Trip Overview

The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Scipio, IN covers 135.8 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Harrison Street, Lafayette Street, US 27 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.1 miles on South Harrison Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.23 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

67.9 miles from Fort Wayne, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 135.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (9%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 54m drive with frequent turns across 135.8 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Harrison Street is the longest continuous segment at about 43.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near US 27 / Lima Road.

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 135.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 2.4 miles (US 27 / Lima Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (US 27 / Lafayette Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.9 miles (North 8th Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 27 / Lima Road

Turn left onto US 27 / Lima Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight / sharp right lanes.

6.7 mi into trip | ~10m in | US 27 / Lafayette Street

Merge onto US 27 / Lafayette Street

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

Use the left lane.

95.9 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in | North 8th Street

At end of road, turn left onto North 8th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

110.7 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in | US 27; SR 44 / West Seminary Street

Turn left onto US 27; SR 44 / West Seminary Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

124.5 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | SR 732 / West Chestnut Street

Turn right onto SR 732 / West Chestnut Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Harrison Street	43.1 mi	49m
Lafayette Street	31.5 mi	36m
US 27	11.9 mi	16m
Chester Boulevard	7.8 mi	9m
Liberty Avenue	7.2 mi	8m
South 200 E	6 mi	6m
College Corner Pike	4.9 mi	5m
Oxford Reily Road	4.8 mi	8m

Longest stretch: South Harrison Street — 43.1 mi, about 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Dartmouth Drive

0.2 mi · 45 sec · Dartmouth Drive

Turn left onto East Washington Center Road

0.3 mi · 31 sec · East Washington Center Road

Turn left onto Coldwater Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · Coldwater Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on North Clinton Street

0.3 mi · 22 sec · North Clinton Street

Continue on Edgewood Avenue

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Edgewood Avenue

Turn left onto US 27

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Lima Road

Use the left / straight / sharp right lanes.

Continue on US 27

1.2 mi · 1 min · North Clinton Street

Continue on US 27

3.0 mi · 4 min · N Clinton Street

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto US 27

31 mi · 36 min · Lafayette Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 27

43 mi · 49 min · South Harrison Street

Continue on US 27

6.0 mi · 6 min · South 200 E

Continue on US 27

0.7 mi · 51 sec · Chester Blvd

Continue on US 27

7.8 mi · 9 min · Chester Boulevard

Turn right onto North G Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · North G Street

At end of road, turn left onto North 8th Street

2.9 mi · 5 min · North 8th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 27

12 mi · 16 min · US 27

Turn left onto US 27; SR 44

0.3 mi · 19 sec · West Seminary Street

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto US 27; SR 44

0.3 mi · 20 sec · College Corner Avenue

Continue on US 27

7.2 mi · 8 min · Liberty Avenue

Continue on US 27

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 27

4.9 mi · 5 min · College Corner Pike

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

175 ft · 6 sec

Turn right onto North Locust Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Locust Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto SR 732

0.5 mi · 57 sec · West Chestnut Street

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto SR 732

4.8 mi · 8 min · Oxford Reily Road

Continue on SR 732

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto SR 732

2.9 mi · 5 min · Sample Road

At end of road, turn right onto SR 129

3.1 mi · 5 min · Hamilton Scipio Road

Arrive at destination

SR 252

Trip Plan

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 67.9 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, or about 1h 21m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.1 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 30 miles or 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 67.9 miles or 1h 21m 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 16m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fort Wayne, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 135.8 miles and 2h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 South Harrison Street for about 43.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 67.9 mi from Fort Wayne, IN · 1h 21m into the drive

city in White River Township, Randolph County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Winchester, IN

68 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

Nottingham, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Winchester, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.9 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Scipio, IN

The final approach into Scipio, 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 Scipio, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Domino's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Richmond, Indiana

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 97

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+17659668351

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.7 mi

Food Court

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

Firefly Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.7 mi

Old Crown Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.7 mi

Domino's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 97

Richmond, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+17659668351

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12604891855

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–12:30 pm

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.23 one way

$42.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$23.31	$46.62
premium	$4.89	$26.13	$52.27
diesel	$5.61	$29.98	$59.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	40.7	$14.26	$6.52
Efficient EV	34	$11.88	$5.43
EV Truck/SUV	54.3	$19.01	$8.69

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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 16, 2026

Origin

Fort Wayne, IN

Late night in Fort Wayne on Friday

Local time

2:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Scipio, IN

Late night in Scipio on Friday

Local time

2:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Winchester, IN

68 mi in

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

19 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 54m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Scipio, IN covers 135.8 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Harrison Street, Lafayette Street, US 27. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 67.9 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 $21.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Fort Wayne, IN to Scipio, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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