How far is Dodge City, KS from Riverside, KS?
The driving distance from Dodge City, KS to Riverside, KS is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.2 miles (63.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m 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 01h 23m.
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.
Human settlement in Hodgeman County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dodge City and Riverside.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dodge City and Riverside.
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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
35.6 mi · 50 min · 117 Road
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Turn right
6 mi · 23 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dodge City and Riverside.
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
35.6 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Dodge City and Partly Sunny near Riverside.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dodge City to Riverside?
The road trip is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Jetmore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Dodge City and 24.4 miles from Riverside.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.2 miles (63.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 3:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.88 one way or $13.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Dodge City and Partly Sunny near Riverside.
Stop Ideas Near Jetmore
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 Jetmore.
Dodge City
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dodge City and Riverside. Straight-line distance: 39.22 mi (63.12 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 Riverside
Township in Sedgwick County, Kansas
| Population | 72 |
| Coordinates | 38.2908500, -99.7873500 |
| Altitude | 668 |
| Country | United States |
End: Riverside (-99.78735, 38.29085)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.00 | $6.88 | $13.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $7.49 | $14.97 |
| Premium | $4.73 | $8.14 | $16.27 |
| Diesel | $6.02 | $10.35 | $20.69 |
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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