Origin
Simonton Lake, IN
Evening in Simonton Lake on Thursday
Local time
8:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Simonton Lake, IN to Fort Wayne, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
69.6 mi
112 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Simonton Lake, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Simonton Lake, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 69.6 miles and takes about 1h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 33, Lincolnway South, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.1 miles on US 33. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.8 miles from Simonton Lake, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 69.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 46m drive with frequent turns across 69.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near CR 9 / Johnson Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (CR 9 / Johnson Street): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles (US 33; SR 5 / Lincolnway South): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CR 9 / Johnson Street
Turn right onto CR 9 / Johnson Street
Navigation decision point
5
28 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Navigation decision point
3
33.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 33; SR 5 / Lincolnway South
Turn right onto US 33; SR 5 / Lincolnway South
Navigation decision point
4
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
West Washington Center Road
Turn left onto West Washington Center Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
69.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
Dartmouth Drive
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 33 | 19.1 mi | 32m |
| Lincolnway South | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| Main Street | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| South Main Street | 4 mi | 8m |
| West Washington Center Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Cassopolis Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Johnson Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 33
— 19.1 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Simonton Lake, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on SR 19
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Cassopolis Street
2
Turn left onto CR 10
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Bristol Street
3
Turn right onto CR 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
4
Continue on CR 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Prairie Street
5
Turn left onto South Main Street
4.0 mi
·
8 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on US 33
18 mi
·
31 min
·
US 33
Use the straight lane.
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 33
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
8
Turn right onto US 33; SR 5
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Lincolnway South
9
Continue on US 33
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on US 33
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 33
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto West Washington Center Road
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Washington Center Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Dartmouth Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.8 miles from Simonton Lake, IN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.1 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 15 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.8 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Wayne, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Simonton Lake, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Simonton Lake, IN
This is one driving day of about 69.6 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Simonton Lake, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 33 for about 19.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from Simonton Lake, IN · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Simonton Lake, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.88 one way
$21.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.95 | $23.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.39 | $26.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.37 | $30.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.74 | $4.45 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Evening in Fort Wayne on Thursday
Local time
8:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 15 mph
28% chance
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
8 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
1h 46m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Simonton Lake, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 69.6 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 33, Lincolnway South, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.8 miles from Simonton Lake, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.88 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (CR 9 / Johnson Street): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles (US 33; SR 5 / Lincolnway South): Navigation decision point.
The route from Simonton Lake, IN to Fort Wayne, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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