Origin
Fort Wayne, IN
Late night in Fort Wayne on Friday
Local time
12:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Wayne, IN to Scott, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
58.1 mi
93 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scott, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Scott, IN covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lima Road, SR 9, State Road 120 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.3 miles on Lima Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 58.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Scott, IN covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lima Road is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East Washington Center Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Scott, IN is easy. At 1h 26m with 34% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Washington Center Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (SR 3 / Lima Road): Navigation decision point; at 26.1 miles (US 6 / West North Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Washington Center Road
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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SR 3 / Lima Road
Turn right onto SR 3 / Lima Road
Navigation decision point
3
26.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 6 / West North Street
Turn left onto US 6 / West North Street
Navigation decision point
3
50.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
SR 120 / Defiance Street
Turn left onto SR 120 / Defiance Street
Navigation decision point
4
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lima Road | 24.3 mi | 34m |
| SR 9 | 19.8 mi | 29m |
| State Road 120 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| County Road 700 North | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Defiance Street | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| East Washington Center Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West North Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North 675 West | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Lima Road
— 24.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Wayne, IN and Scott, 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 right onto SR 3
24 mi
·
34 min
·
Lima Road
4
Turn left onto US 6
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West North Street
5
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 700 North
6
Turn right onto SR 9
20 mi
·
29 min
·
SR 9
7
Turn left onto SR 120
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Defiance Street
8
Continue on SR 120
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
State Road 120
9
Turn right onto North 675 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 675 West
10
Turn right
135 ft
·
10 sec
11
Turn left
150 ft
·
10 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Fort Wayne, IN · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scott, IN
The final approach into Scott, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.08 one way
$18.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.97 | $19.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Scott, IN
Late night in Scott on Friday
Local time
12:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
3 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
1h 26m 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 Scott, IN covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lima Road, SR 9, State Road 120. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 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 $9.08 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.
The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Scott, IN is easy. At 1h 26m with 34% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Washington Center Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (SR 3 / Lima Road): Navigation decision point; at 26.1 miles (US 6 / West North Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Fort Wayne, IN to Scott, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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