Origin
Long Beach, IN
Morning in Long Beach on Wednesday
Local time
7:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Long Beach, IN to Fort Wayne, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
115 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
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6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Beach, IN
Wolfgang Weiser
Trip Overview
This 115-mile drive from Long Beach, Indiana, to Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a manageable 2-hour and 41-minute journey, making it an excellent option for a single-day road trip. Primarily utilizing US 30, US 35, and US 6, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of the drive on such roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, it's an economical choice for exploring the Midwest. This trip offers a straightforward passage across the state, ideal for those seeking a direct and efficient travel experience.
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
57.5 miles from Long Beach, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 115-mile trip, with 95% of the drive taking place on main roads like US 30, US 35, and US 6. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 82.6 miles along US 30, providing a consistent pace. This route offers a predominantly smooth ride, characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. Prepare for a steady drive that prioritizes reaching your destination with minimal detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 30 and US 35. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Somerset Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115 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: near the start (Somerset Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.1 miles (Oriole Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Avondale Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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Somerset Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Somerset Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Oriole Trail
Turn right onto Oriole Trail
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Avondale Drive
Turn right onto Avondale Drive
Navigation decision point
6
111.1 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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US 30
Take the exit onto US 30 toward I 69 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 69 North
6
114.3 mi into trip
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~2h 40m in
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Coldwater Road
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 30 | 82.6 mi | 1h 47m |
| US 35 | 20.6 mi | 32m |
| US 6 | 5 mi | 7m |
| North Karwick Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| East Michigan Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| US 20 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Warnke Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Washington Center Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 82.6 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Beach, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on Claremont Avenue
137 ft
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6 sec
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Claremont Avenue
2
Keep slight left at fork onto Somerset Road
122 ft
·
5 sec
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Somerset Road
3
Continue on Somerset Road
209 ft
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13 sec
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Somerset Road
4
Turn right onto Oriole Trail
0.2 mi
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46 sec
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Oriole Trail
5
Turn right onto Avondale Drive
0.2 mi
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31 sec
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Avondale Drive
6
Continue on North Karwick Road
2.1 mi
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5 min
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North Karwick Road
7
Continue on Warnke Road
0.1 mi
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20 sec
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Warnke Road
8
Continue on Warnke Road
0.3 mi
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53 sec
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Warnke Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto East Michigan Boulevard
1.3 mi
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1 min
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East Michigan Boulevard
10
Continue on US 20
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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US 20
11
Turn right onto US 35
14 mi
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23 min
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US 35
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 6; US 35
5.0 mi
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7 min
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US 6; US 35
13
Turn right onto US 35
6.3 mi
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8 min
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US 35
14
Turn left
0.3 mi
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39 sec
15
Merge onto US 30
80 mi
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1 hr 44 min
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US 30
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit onto US 30
3.0 mi
·
3 min
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US 30
Toward I 69 North
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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36 sec
Exit 312A
Toward Coldwater Road South
18
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
0.2 mi
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18 sec
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Coldwater Road
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
0.3 mi
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40 sec
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East Washington Center Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi
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38 sec
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Dartmouth Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour and 41-minute duration for this 115-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aiming for a morning start will allow ample time for any unexpected delays or a brief stop, though only one is technically suggested by the data. The fuel cost is estimated at just $18, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 82.6-mile stretch on US 30, to ensure you have enough fuel to reach your destination without needing to search for services.
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 57.5 miles from Long Beach, IN, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.6 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 80 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.5 miles or 1h 25m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Wayne, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, IN
This is one driving day of about 115 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Long Beach, 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 US 30 for about 82.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.5 mi from Long Beach, IN · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.5 miles from Long Beach, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.6 miles.
Arriving in Fort Wayne, IN
The final approach into Fort Wayne, 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 Fort Wayne, 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
$17.98 one way
$35.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.74 | $39.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.13 | $44.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.08 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.06 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.10 | $7.36 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Fort Wayne, IN
Morning in Fort Wayne on Wednesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
11 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 41m 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 Long Beach, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 115 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 30, US 35, US 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.5 miles from Long Beach, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.98 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Somerset Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.1 miles (Oriole Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Avondale Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Long Beach, IN to Fort Wayne, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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