Origin
Rome City, IN
Late night in Rome City on Saturday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rome City, IN to Fort Wayne, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
33.7 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rome City, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip across the Indiana Midwest, the drive from Rome City to Fort Wayne is an efficient choice. Covering just 33.8 miles, this journey typically takes about 43 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip. You will not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics for this short distance. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, it is an incredibly cost-effective way to transition between these two communities. Whether you are heading into the city for business or personal errands, the lack of required stops ensures you can reach your destination without unnecessary delays.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 33.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Because this route has a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a steady pace through local roads rather than long stretches of open highway. Navigating these turns requires your full attention, as the road character remains consistent throughout the entire 33.8-mile trek. Without any long uninterrupted stretches, the drive keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish. It is a practical, functional transit that prioritizes local connectivity over highway speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Lima Road is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,021 ft
807 ft
Total Climb
136 ft
Total Descent
265 ft
Highest Point
1,021 ft
~12 mi in
Elevation Range
214 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 9 / Kelly Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rome City, IN to Fort Wayne, IN is easy. At 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 9 / Kelly Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (US 6 / County Road 700 North): Navigation decision point; at 33.6 miles (Dartmouth Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 9 / Kelly Street
Turn left onto SR 9 / Kelly Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 6 / County Road 700 North
At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / County Road 700 North
Navigation decision point
3
33.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Dartmouth Drive
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lima Road | 24.3 mi | 34m |
| Kelly Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| County Road 700 North | 3 mi | 4m |
| West Washington Center Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West North Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Dartmouth Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lake Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Lima Road
— 24.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rome City, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on Lake Street
22 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lake Street
2
Turn left onto SR 9
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Kelly Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 700 North
4
Continue on US 6
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West North Street
5
Turn right onto SR 3
24 mi
·
34 min
·
South Lima Road
6
Turn left onto West Washington Center Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Center Road
7
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Dartmouth Drive
8
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.9 mi from Rome City, IN · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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
Arriving in Fort Wayne, IN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Fort Wayne, IN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.49 | $12.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Fort Wayne, IN
Late night in Fort Wayne on Saturday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Swan, IN
17 mi in
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
21 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
49m 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 Rome City, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 33.7 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Lima Road, Kelly Street, County Road 700 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.9 miles from Rome City, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.27 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 Rome City, IN to Fort Wayne, IN is easy. At 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 9 / Kelly Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (US 6 / County Road 700 North): Navigation decision point; at 33.6 miles (Dartmouth Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Rome City, IN to Fort Wayne, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 807 ft to 1,021 ft elevation with about 136 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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