How far is Fort Dodge, KS from Mulvane, KS?
The driving distance from Fort Dodge, KS to Mulvane, KS is about 163.9 miles (263.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148.4 miles (238.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Dodge and Mulvane.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge and Mulvane.
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Start on the route
104 m · 18 sec
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Turn right
144.6 mi · 2 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 235 South
1914 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
6.4 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 135 South, I 35: Kansas Turnpike
2513 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
64 m · 3 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81: 47th Street
1339 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto East 47th Street South
2 mi · 4 min · East 47th Street South
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Turn right onto South Southeast Boulevard
3.9 mi · 6 min · South Southeast Boulevard
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Continue on North Baltimore Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Baltimore Avenue
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Continue on South Southeast Boulevard
2.4 mi · 4 min · South Southeast Boulevard
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Continue on Eisenhower Memorial Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · Eisenhower Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto North 2nd Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · North 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Prather Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Dodge and Mulvane.
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
145 mi · 02h 54m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Dodge and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mulvane.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Dodge to Mulvane?
The road trip is about 163.9 miles (263.7 km) and usually takes 03h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cunningham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.8 miles from Fort Dodge and 82.1 miles from Mulvane.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148.4 miles (238.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.80 one way or $43.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Dodge and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mulvane.
Stop Ideas Near Cunningham
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 Cunningham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Dodge and Mulvane. Straight-line distance: 148.4 mi (238.82 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Mulvane
City in Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 6,566 |
| Coordinates | 37.4744600, -97.2439300 |
| Altitude | 376 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mulvane (-97.24393, 37.47446)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $21.80 | $43.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.58 | $49.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.90 | $53.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.66 | $61.31 |
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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