Origin
Fort Wayne, IN
Night in Fort Wayne on Wednesday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Wayne, IN to Bicknell, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 32m
Distance
236.8 mi
381 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 19m
★
6 AM
4h 33m
8 AM
4h 59m
10 AM
4h 42m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 58m
8 PM
4h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bicknell, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Bicknell, IN covers 236.8 miles and takes about 4h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Washington Center Road, Lima Road, I 69 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.02 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
118.4 miles from Fort Wayne, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 32m drive with frequent turns across 236.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Washington Center Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 32m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Bicknell, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Washington Center Road | — | — |
| Lima Road | — | — |
| I 69 South | — | — |
| I 465 South | — | — |
| SR 58 | — | — |
| 4th St | — | — |
| 11th Street | — | — |
| Freelandville Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Washington Center Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Wayne, IN and Bicknell, 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 Lima Road
377 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lima Road
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
5
Merge slight left
8.4 mi
·
9 min
6
Continue straight
76 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
7
Continue straight
24 mi
·
26 min
8
Keep slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
9
Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 465 South, I 69 South
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
48 mi
·
54 min
·
I 69 South: Evansville
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
38 mi
·
41 min
·
I 69 South: Evansville
12
Take the exit slight right toward SR 58: Elnora, Odon
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
SR 58: Elnora, Odon
13
Turn right
0.9 mi
·
1 min
14
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
3 min
15
Turn left
3.5 mi
·
5 min
16
Continue straight
6.4 mi
·
11 min
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto 4th St
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
4th St
18
Continue on 11th Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
11th Street
19
Turn left onto Freelandville Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Freelandville Avenue
20
At the end of the road, turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East 3rd Street
21
Arrive at your destination
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 118.4 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
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 52 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.4 miles or 2h 16m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bicknell, 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 236.8 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 118.4 mi from Fort Wayne, IN · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 118.4 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bicknell, IN
The final approach into Bicknell, 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 Bicknell, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.02 one way
$74.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $40.65 | $81.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $45.57 | $91.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.28 | $104.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71 | 0 | $24.86 | $11.37 |
| Efficient EV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.72 | $9.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.7 | 1 | $33.15 | $15.16 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% 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
Bicknell, IN
Night in Bicknell on Wednesday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
4h 32m 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 Fort Wayne, IN to Bicknell, IN covers 236.8 miles and takes about 4h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Washington Center Road, Lima Road, I 69 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118.4 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 $37.02 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 straightforward 4h 32m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Bicknell, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fort Wayne, IN to Bicknell, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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