Drive Time
5h 27m
Distance
294.3 mi
474 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
The drive from Fort Wayne, IN to Newburgh, IN covers 294.3 miles and takes about 5h 27m 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 $44.70 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
147.1 miles from Fort Wayne, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 27m drive with frequent turns across 294.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 27m 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 Newburgh, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Washington Center Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lima Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 662 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Covert Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 662 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Jennings Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Wayne, IN and Newburgh, IN.
Start on Dartmouth Drive
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
Turn left onto Lima Road
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Continue straight
Keep slight right
Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
Take the exit slight right toward SR 662
Keep slight right
Turn right onto Covert Avenue
Continue on West State Route 662
Continue on West Jennings Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.1 miles or 2h 43m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newburgh, IN than in the middle of the route.
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 294.3 miles and 5h 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 147.1 mi from Fort Wayne, IN · 2h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 147.1 miles from Fort Wayne, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Newburgh, 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 Newburgh, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$44.70 one way
$89.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $49.28 | $98.56 |
| premium | $4.80 | $55.56 | $111.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $65.38 | $130.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.3 | 1 | $30.90 | $14.13 |
| Efficient EV | 73.6 | 0 | $25.75 | $11.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.7 | 1 | $41.20 | $18.84 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Fort Wayne on Sunday
Local time
6:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Newburgh on Sunday
Local time
5:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
76°F
Cincinnati, OH
147 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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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