How far is Fort Dodge, KS from Quinter, KS?
The driving distance from Fort Dodge, KS to Quinter, KS is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.8 miles (151 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Ness County, Kansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge and Quinter.
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Start on the route
104 m · 18 sec
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Turn right
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Turn sharp left onto 117 Road
9.8 mi · 16 min · 117 Road
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Continue straight
79.9 mi · 1 hr 56 min
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Take the ramp left
959 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
19.3 mi · 19 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Quinter
1075 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Castle Rock Street
45 m · 4 sec · Castle Rock Street
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Turn slight right onto Highway 212
2325 ft · 1 min · Highway 212
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
3016 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn sharp right onto Old Highway 40
829 ft · 23 sec · Old Highway 40
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Highway 40
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Dodge and Quinter.
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
Continue straight
79.9 mi · 01h 56m
Route Summary
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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 Fort Dodge and Sunny near Quinter.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Fort Dodge to Quinter?
The road trip is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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 56.2 miles from Fort Dodge and 56.1 miles from Quinter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.8 miles (151 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.97 one way or $29.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fort Dodge and Sunny near Quinter.
Stop Ideas Near Ness City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Dodge City
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Dodge and Quinter. Straight-line distance: 93.8 mi (150.96 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 Quinter
City in Gove County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,073 |
| Coordinates | 39.0694500, -100.2323600 |
| Altitude | 813 |
| Country | United States |
End: Quinter (-100.23236, 39.06945)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.88 | $33.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.48 | $36.95 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.06 | $42.11 |
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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