How far is Benton, KS from Fort Dodge, KS?
The driving distance from Benton, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is about 173.1 miles (278.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154.5 miles (248.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Reno County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Benton and Fort Dodge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton and Fort Dodge.
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Start on Benton Street
54 m · 13 sec · Benton Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
13.3 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
1576 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on KS 96, Hutchinson
39.6 mi · 44 min
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Turn left onto US 50 West, KS 14 North, KS 96 West: Kinsley
921 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Illinois Avenue
3.6 mi · 4 min · West Illinois Avenue
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
39.7 mi · 45 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
54 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
66.3 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Turn left onto 117 Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · 117 Road
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Turn sharp right
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
104 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Benton and Fort Dodge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Illinois Avenue
Exit the roundabout
66.3 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Benton and Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Benton to Fort Dodge?
The road trip is about 173.1 miles (278.5 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Sylvia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.4 miles from Benton and 86.6 miles from Fort Dodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154.5 miles (248.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.04 one way or $46.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Benton and Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Stop Ideas Near Sylvia
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 Sylvia.
Hutchinson
Newton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Benton and Fort Dodge. Straight-line distance: 154.45 mi (248.57 km).
#1 Benton
City in Kansas
| Population | 865 |
| Coordinates | 37.7889000, -97.1086500 |
| Altitude | 419 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Dodge
City in and county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 28,075 |
| Coordinates | 37.7319600, -99.9354100 |
| Altitude | 751 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-99.935528, 37.731981)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.04 | $46.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.99 | $51.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.44 | $56.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.41 | $64.81 |
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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