How far is Cambridge City, IN from Fort Wayne, IN?
The driving distance from Cambridge City, IN to Fort Wayne, IN is about 105.4 miles (169.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.1 miles (146.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Jay County, Indiana, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cambridge City and Fort Wayne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge City and Fort Wayne.
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Start on West Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1619 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
13.1 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Chester Boulevard
1825 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 27: Chester Boulevard
124 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight right onto Chester Boulevard
5.4 mi · 6 min · Chester Boulevard
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Continue on Chester Blvd
1.2 km · 53 sec · Chester Blvd
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Continue on Cross Street
6 mi · 7 min · Cross Street
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Continue on South Main Street
43.1 mi · 49 min · South Main Street
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Continue on South Church Avenue
28.4 mi · 33 min · South Church Avenue
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Continue on Lafayette Street
4.7 mi · 6 min · Lafayette Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Lafayette Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Lafayette Street
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Continue on Spy Run Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Spy Run Avenue
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Continue on North Clinton Street
2084 ft · 28 sec · North Clinton Street
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Continue on North Clinton Street
2434 ft · 41 sec · North Clinton Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Coldwater Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Coldwater Road
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Turn right onto East Washington Center Road
1737 ft · 33 sec · East Washington Center Road
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Turn right onto Dartmouth Drive
868 ft · 38 sec · Dartmouth Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dartmouth Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cambridge City and Fort Wayne.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Main Street
Continue on South Main Street
43.1 mi · 00h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cambridge City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Wayne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cambridge City to Fort Wayne?
The road trip is about 105.4 miles (169.7 km) and usually takes 02h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Portland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.4 miles from Cambridge City and 50 miles from Fort Wayne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.1 miles (146.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.03 one way or $28.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Cambridge City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Wayne.
Stop Ideas Near Portland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Portland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cambridge City and Fort Wayne. Straight-line distance: 91.1 mi (146.61 km).
#1 Cambridge City
Town in Indiana
| Population | 1,744 |
| Coordinates | 39.8125500, -85.1716300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Wayne
The second most populous city in Indiana and the center of the Fort Wayne metropolitan area.
| Population | 272,398 |
| Coordinates | 41.1306000, -85.1288600 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dartmouth Drive (-85.129351, 41.130584)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $14.03 | $28.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.82 | $31.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.31 | $34.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.73 | $39.46 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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