Trip from Sullivan, IN to Fort Wayne, IN

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Drive Time

4h 18m

Distance

220.2 mi

354 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

4h 6m ★

6 AM

4h 19m

8 AM

4h 45m

10 AM

4h 28m

12 PM

4h 25m

3 PM

4h 29m

5 PM

4h 44m

8 PM

4h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Sullivan, IN

Merve Tuncay

Trip Overview

This 220.2-mile drive from Sullivan, Indiana, to Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a manageable one-day adventure, taking approximately 4 hours and 18 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 61% of your journey on major roadways like I-69 and US 41. Expect a fuel cost of around $34 for this trip. Given its duration and straightforward path through the Midwest, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. This drive offers a practical way to connect two points within Indiana.

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

110.1 miles from Sullivan, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

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Drive Character

You'll experience a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 220.2-mile trip. With 61% of the route on major roads, expect stretches of steady driving, including one continuous segment of 110.9 miles on I-69. The use of Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway (I-69) and US 41 suggests a mix of interstate speeds and potentially some sections on well-maintained US highways. This profile points to a drive characterized by efficiency rather than winding country lanes, making it a direct journey between your starting and ending points.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Washington Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 220.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.7 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Washington Street

Turn left onto East Washington Street

Navigation decision point

25.7 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

98.8 mi into trip | ~1h 59m in

Take the exit toward North Keystone Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 85B Toward North Keystone Avenue

111.1 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in | I 69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

219.5 mi into trip | ~4h 17m in | Coldwater Road

Turn right onto Coldwater Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 69	110.9 mi	2h
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway	70.8 mi	1h 20m
US 41	16.2 mi	22m
Binford Boulevard	6.4 mi	9m
SR 641	5.5 mi	6m
North Section Street	2.8 mi	5m
North Keystone Avenue	2.7 mi	5m
I 70	2.3 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 69 — 110.9 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sullivan, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.

Start on South State Street

29 ft · 6 sec · South State Street

Turn left onto East Washington Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · East Washington Street

Turn right onto North Section Street

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Section Street

Take the ramp onto North Section Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · North Section Street

Merge onto US 41; US 150

16 mi · 22 min · US 41; US 150

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 42 sec

Toward SR 641 North

Continue on SR 641

5.5 mi · 6 min · SR 641

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 58 sec

Toward I-70 East: Indianapolis

Merge onto I 70

71 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

2.3 mi · 3 min · I 70

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Exit 85B Toward North Keystone Avenue Use the right lane.

Turn slight right onto North Rural Street

171 ft · 4 sec · North Rural Street

Continue on North Keystone Avenue

2.7 mi · 5 min · North Keystone Avenue

Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

0.2 mi · 20 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 69

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

108 mi · 1 hr 57 min · I 69

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Exit 312A Toward Coldwater Road South

Turn right onto Coldwater Road

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Coldwater Road

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto East Washington Center Road

0.3 mi · 40 sec · East Washington Center Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Dartmouth Drive

Arrive at destination

Dartmouth Drive

Trip Plan

Starting your 220.2-mile journey from Sullivan early in the morning will give you ample daylight and flexibility for the 4-hour and 18-minute drive. While this route is designed for a single day, there's one recommended stop, so plan your breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 110.9 miles on I-69, as services can be spaced out on interstates. The estimated fuel cost is $34, so budget accordingly. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the progress towards Fort Wayne.

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 110.1 miles from Sullivan, IN, or about 2h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.9 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 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 110.1 miles or 2h 18m 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 34m

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 Sullivan, 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 Sullivan, IN

This is one driving day of about 220.2 miles and 4h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sullivan, 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 I 69 for about 110.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 110.1 mi from Sullivan, IN · 2h 18m into the drive

city in Ohio, United States; county seat of Hamilton County

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cincinnati, OH

110 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

Cincinnati, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cincinnati, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 110.1 miles from Sullivan, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.9 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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.43 one way

$68.85 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$37.80	$75.60
premium	$4.89	$42.38	$84.75
diesel	$5.61	$48.62	$97.23

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	66.1	0	$23.12	$10.57
Efficient EV	55.1	0	$19.27	$8.81
EV Truck/SUV	88.1	1	$30.83	$14.09

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 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.

Forecast data refreshed 7 hours ago

Origin

Sullivan, IN

Late night in Sullivan on Wednesday

Local time

12:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Wayne, IN

Late night in Fort Wayne on Wednesday

Local time

12:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 15 mph 17% 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

22 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 18m 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 Sullivan, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 220.2 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 69, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, US 41. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 110.1 miles from Sullivan, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.43 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.

The route from Sullivan, IN to Fort Wayne, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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