How far is Fort Wayne, IN from Scipio, IN?
The driving distance from Fort Wayne, IN to Scipio, IN is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.2 miles (195.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Wayne and Scipio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Wayne and Scipio.
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Start on Dartmouth Drive
868 ft · 45 sec · Dartmouth Drive
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Turn left onto East Washington Center Road
1737 ft · 31 sec · East Washington Center Road
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Turn left onto Coldwater Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Coldwater Road
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Continue on North Clinton Street
1353 ft · 23 sec · North Clinton Street
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Continue on Edgewood Avenue
833 ft · 16 sec · Edgewood Avenue
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Turn left onto Lima Road
724 ft · 15 sec · Lima Road
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Continue on North Clinton Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Clinton Street
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Continue on N Clinton Street
3 mi · 4 min · N Clinton Street
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Merge slight left onto Lafayette Street
31.5 mi · 37 min · Lafayette Street
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Continue on South Harrison Street
43.1 mi · 49 min · South Harrison Street
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Continue on South 200 E
6 mi · 7 min · South 200 E
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Continue on Chester Blvd
1.2 km · 51 sec · Chester Blvd
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Continue on Chester Boulevard
7.8 mi · 9 min · Chester Boulevard
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Turn right onto North G Street
601 ft · 32 sec · North G Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North 8th Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · North 8th Street
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Continue straight
11.9 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto West Seminary Street
1526 ft · 20 sec · West Seminary Street
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Turn slight right onto College Corner Avenue
1588 ft · 21 sec · College Corner Avenue
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Continue on Liberty Avenue
7.2 mi · 9 min · Liberty Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
1725 ft · 42 sec · Main Street
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Continue on College Corner Pike
4.9 mi · 6 min · College Corner Pike
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Take the exit straight
53 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto North Locust Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North Locust Street
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Turn right onto West Chestnut Street
2692 ft · 58 sec · West Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto Oxford Reily Road
4.8 mi · 8 min · Oxford Reily Road
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Continue on Main Street
663 ft · 17 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Sample Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Sample Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hamilton Scipio Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Hamilton Scipio Road
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Arrive at your destination
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Wayne and Scipio.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Harrison Street
Continue on South Harrison 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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Wayne and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Scipio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Wayne to Scipio?
The road trip is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Randolph is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68 miles from Fort Wayne and 67.9 miles from Scipio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.2 miles (195.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 12:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.06 one way or $36.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Wayne and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Scipio.
Stop Ideas Near Randolph
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Ambassador Motel
Eidson Woods Preserve
Mayor's Office
Wildcat Woods Campgrounds
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Randolph.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Wayne and Scipio. Straight-line distance: 121.24 mi (195.11 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Scipio
Unincorporated community in Jennings County, Indiana
| Population | 4,507 |
| Coordinates | 39.3920000, -84.8182900 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scipio (-84.81829, 39.392)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $18.06 | $36.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.37 | $40.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.29 | $44.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.41 | $50.81 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Indiana · Apr 23, 2026
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