How far is Dodge City, KS from Hill City, KS?
The driving distance from Dodge City, KS to Hill City, KS is about 118.6 miles (190.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.8 miles (179.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 53m.
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 Ness County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dodge City and Hill City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dodge City and Hill City.
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Start on Central Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto East Wyatt Earp Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Wyatt Earp Boulevard
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Turn right
2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto 117 Road
86.2 mi · 2 hr 6 min · 117 Road
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Turn right onto Barclay Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Barclay Avenue
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Turn left onto South 13th Street
24 mi · 36 min · South 13th Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1156 ft · 38 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Pomeroy Avenue
19 m · 3 sec · North Pomeroy Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Pomeroy Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dodge City and Hill City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
117 Road
Turn left onto 117 Road
86.2 mi · 02h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving Dodge City and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Hill City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dodge City to Hill City?
The road trip is about 118.6 miles (190.9 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Ness City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.4 miles from Dodge City and 59.2 miles from Hill City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.8 miles (179.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:44 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.59 one way or $31.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dodge City and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Hill City.
Stop Ideas Near Ness City
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 Ness City.
Dodge City
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dodge City and Hill City. Straight-line distance: 111.77 mi (179.88 km).
#1 Dodge City
City in and county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 27,104 |
| Coordinates | 37.7528000, -100.0170800 |
| Altitude | 760 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hill City
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,354 |
| Coordinates | 39.3647300, -99.8420600 |
| Altitude | 666 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hill City (-99.84206, 39.36473)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $3.72 | $15.59 | $31.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.11 | $17.20 | $34.41 |
| Premium | $4.46 | $18.67 | $37.35 |
| Diesel | $5.77 | $24.18 | $48.37 |
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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