How far is Dodson, LA from Winnfield, LA?
The driving distance from Dodson, LA to Winnfield, LA is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.7 miles (17.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Village in Winn Parish, Louisiana, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dodson and Winnfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dodson and Winnfield.
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Start on 3rd Street
11.5 mi · 16 min · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Court Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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3rd Street
Start on 3rd Street
11.5 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Dodson to Winnfield?
The road trip is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Calvin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.8 miles from Dodson and 5.7 miles from Winnfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.7 miles (17.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.55 one way or $3.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Dodson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Winnfield.
Stop Ideas Near Calvin
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dodson and Winnfield. Straight-line distance: 10.76 mi (17.31 km).
#1 Dodson
Village in Winn Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 304 |
| Coordinates | 32.0804400, -92.6604300 |
| Altitude | 79 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Winnfield
Small city in and the Parish Seat of Winn Parish, Louisiana
| Population | 4,283 |
| Coordinates | 31.9255800, -92.6413100 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winnfield (-92.64131, 31.92558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
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 | $3.79 | $1.55 | $3.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.75 | $3.49 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.90 | $3.79 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $2.22 | $4.44 |
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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