How far is Chesterfield, IN from Fort Wayne, IN?
The driving distance from Chesterfield, IN to Fort Wayne, IN is about 81.2 miles (130.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.5 miles (119.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
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.
Human settlement in Grant County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chesterfield and Fort Wayne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield and Fort Wayne.
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Start on South Washington Street
8 m · 3 sec · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto West Plum Street
1781 ft · 55 sec · West Plum Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Take the ramp left toward Fort Wayne
1804 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
78 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Coldwater Road South
1195 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto Coldwater Road
960 ft · 18 sec · Coldwater Road
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Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
1842 ft · 41 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 Chesterfield 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.
East Main Street
Merge slight left
78 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Chesterfield and Chance Rain Showers near Fort Wayne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chesterfield to Fort Wayne?
The road trip is about 81.2 miles (130.7 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Van Buren is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.6 miles from Chesterfield and 40.6 miles from Fort Wayne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.5 miles (119.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.82 one way or $21.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Chesterfield and Chance Rain Showers near Fort Wayne.
Stop Ideas Near Van Buren
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 Van Buren.
Waterloo
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Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chesterfield and Fort Wayne. Straight-line distance: 74.5 mi (119.9 km).
#1 Chesterfield
City in Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 2,467 |
| Coordinates | 40.1125400, -85.5969200 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| 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: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.82 | $21.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.21 | $24.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.36 | $26.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.22 | $30.44 |
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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