How far is Dodge City, KS from Oakley, KS?
The driving distance from Dodge City, KS to Oakley, KS is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 29m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Finney County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dodge City and Oakley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dodge City and Oakley.
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Start on Central Avenue
10 m · 2 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
658 ft · 28 sec · West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
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Turn left onto North 2nd Avenue
130 m · 11 sec · North 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto West Trail Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Trail Street
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Turn right onto North 14th Avenue
157 m · 17 sec · North 14th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
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Continue straight
47.1 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right
1999 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North, US 50 Business, US 83 Business, Garden City, Scott City
1420 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right
78.2 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Turn left onto Eagle Eye
1 mi · 1 min · Eagle Eye
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Turn right
1.6 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto US Highway 83 Bypass
1263 ft · 55 sec · US Highway 83 Bypass
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · US Highway 83 Bypass
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dodge City and Oakley.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
78.2 mi · 01h 29m
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 Patchy Fog then Sunny near Oakley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dodge City to Oakley?
The road trip is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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?
Lowe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.9 miles from Dodge City and 67.9 miles from Oakley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 1:00 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.82 one way or $35.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dodge City and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Oakley.
Stop Ideas Near Lowe
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 Lowe.
Garden City
Dodge City
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dodge City and Oakley. Straight-line distance: 105.82 mi (170.3 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 Oakley
City in Kansas
| Population | 2,030 |
| Coordinates | 39.1333400, -100.8637600 |
| Altitude | 934 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakley (-100.86376, 39.13334)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 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 | $3.72 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.11 | $19.67 | $39.34 |
| Premium | $4.46 | $21.35 | $42.70 |
| Diesel | $5.77 | $27.65 | $55.30 |
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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