The drive from Versailles, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 171.4 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, SR 9, South Buckeye Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 86.1 miles on I 69.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.33 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.7 miles from Versailles, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 2m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 171.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 37m highway drive covering 171.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and SR 9. The longest continuous stretch is about 86.1 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 86.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 9. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Tyson Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tyson Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (US 421): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Tyson Street
Turn right onto Tyson Street
Navigation decision point
6
26.5 mi into trip|~40m in|US 421
Take the ramp onto US 421 toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
6
46.1 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 113
Toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
5
170.5 mi into trip|~3h 34m in
Take the exit toward Coldwater Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 312A
Toward Coldwater Road South
6
170.7 mi into trip|~3h 35m in|Coldwater Road
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Versailles, IN to Fort Wayne, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Greenfield along the way.
Greenfield
46.1 mi in|~1h 1m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
86.1 mi
1h 33m
SR 9
26.2 mi
41m
South Buckeye Street
22.4 mi
33m
US 421
19.8 mi
21m
North Riley Highway
9.8 mi
14m
E 700 S
2 mi
3m
North Michigan Avenue
1.9 mi
2m
West Perry Street
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 86.1 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Versailles, IN and Fort Wayne, IN.
1
Start on North Washington Street
129 ft·7 sec·North Washington Street
2
Turn right onto Tyson Street
370 ft·21 sec·Tyson Street
3
Turn left onto North Adams Street
0.1 mi·37 sec·North Adams Street
4
Turn right onto US 50; US 421
1.0 mi·1 min·West Perry Street
5
Turn right onto US 421
22 mi·33 min·South Buckeye Street
6
Continue on US 421; SR 46
0.4 mi·40 sec·East Main Street
7
Turn right onto US 421
0.4 mi·31 sec·North Ireland Street
8
Turn left onto US 421
1.9 mi·2 min·North Michigan Avenue
9
Turn right onto US 421
0.2 mi·20 sec·US 421
10
Take the ramp onto US 421
20 mi·21 min·US 421
Toward I 74 West, US 421: IndianapolisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 113Toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
12
Turn right
143 ft·3 sec
13
Turn right onto SR 9
9.8 mi·14 min·North Riley Highway
14
Enter roundabout onto SR 9
122 ft·2 sec·SR 9
15
Continue on SR 9
20 mi·33 min·SR 9
16
Turn slight right onto US 36; SR 9; SR 67
2.0 mi·3 min·E 700 S
17
Continue on SR 9; SR 38; SR 67
2.2 mi·3 min·SR 9; SR 38; SR 67
18
Take the ramp onto SR 9; SR 67
3.6 mi·4 min·SR 9; SR 67
19
Continue on I 69; SR 67
76 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 69; SR 67
20
Continue on I 69; US 24; US 33
7.2 mi·8 min·I 69; US 24; US 33
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on I 69; US 24; US 30; US 33
2.8 mi·3 min·I 69; US 24; US 30; US 33
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 312AToward Coldwater Road South
23
Turn right onto Coldwater Road
0.2 mi·18 sec·Coldwater Road
Use the right lane.
24
Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
0.3 mi·40 sec·East Washington Center Road
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
0.2 mi·38 sec·Dartmouth Drive
26
Arrive at destination
Dartmouth Drive
Trip Plan
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 85.7 miles from Versailles, IN, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.1 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 38 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.7 miles or 2h 2m 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 1m
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 Versailles, 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 Versailles, IN
This is one driving day of about 171.4 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Versailles, 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 86.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.7 mi from Versailles, IN
· 2h 2m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.4
0
$18.00
$8.23
Efficient EV
42.9
0
$15.00
$6.86
EV Truck/SUV
68.6
0
$24.00
$10.97
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Versailles, IN
Morning
in Versailles on Friday
Local time
9:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Wayne, IN
Morning
in Fort Wayne on Friday
Local time
9:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 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
3h 37m 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 Versailles, IN to Fort Wayne, IN covers 171.4 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, SR 9, South Buckeye Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.7 miles from Versailles, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.80 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tyson Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (US 421): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Versailles, IN to Fort Wayne, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Greenfield along the way.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
