How far is Ogden Dunes, IN from Fort Wayne, IN?
The driving distance from Ogden Dunes, IN to Fort Wayne, IN is about 125.5 miles (201.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.2 miles (180.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 02h 22m.
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
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City in Marshall County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ogden Dunes and Fort Wayne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogden Dunes and Fort Wayne.
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Start on Hillcrest Road
155 m · 22 sec · Hillcrest Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Hillcrest Road
1944 ft · 2 min · Hillcrest Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Dunes Highway
3.3 mi · 5 min · Dunes Highway
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Turn right onto Max Mochal Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Max Mochal Highway
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Continue on North State Road 149
2.5 mi · 4 min · North State Road 149
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Turn left
3.9 mi · 6 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward SR 49 South: Valparaiso
2031 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
6.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East: Plymouth
1548 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Morthland Drive
101.8 mi · 2 hr 13 min · East Morthland Drive
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Take the exit straight toward I 69 North
3 mi · 4 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 Ogden Dunes and Fort Wayne.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Morthland Drive
Merge slight left onto East Morthland Drive
102 mi · 02h 13m
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 Ogden Dunes and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance 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 Ogden Dunes to Fort Wayne?
The road trip is about 125.5 miles (201.9 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Plymouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.7 miles from Ogden Dunes and 62.8 miles from Fort Wayne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.2 miles (180.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.71 one way or $33.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Ogden Dunes and Fort Wayne, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ogden Dunes and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Wayne.
Stop Ideas Near Plymouth
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 Plymouth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ogden Dunes and Fort Wayne. Straight-line distance: 112.23 mi (180.61 km).
#1 Ogden Dunes
Town in Porter County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,083 |
| Coordinates | 41.6228100, -87.1917000 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| 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: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $16.71 | $33.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.84 | $37.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.62 | $41.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.50 | $46.99 |
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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