How far is Fort Dodge, KS from Salina, KS?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fort Dodge and Salina is 147.47 miles (237.33 km).
Flight distance from Fort Dodge, KS to Salina, KS is 147.47 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Fort Dodge to Salina with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fort Dodge, Kansas to Salina, Kansas is: 158.45 miles (254.99 km) by car.
Driving from Fort Dodge to Salina will take approximately 02 hours 47 minutes.
#1 Fort Dodge
City in and county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 28075 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°43'55"N 99°56'7"W |
| Latitude | 37.7319600 |
| Longitude | -99.9354100 |
| Altitude | 751 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salina
The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas. It is located on the Saline River in the central part of the state. Salina is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Smoky Valley Museum and the Salina Art Center.
| Population | 46274 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'25"N 97°36'41"W |
| Latitude | 38.8402800 |
| Longitude | -97.6114200 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Salina: South 8th Street (-97.611466,38.840281)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fort Dodge and Salina
The distance between Fort Dodge and Salina is 255 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 49 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Fort Dodge and Salina. The current time is 00:12:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 57 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.16 liters (5.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fort Dodge and Salina.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fort Dodge to Salina is $18.75 (diesel $26.31).
Kansas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.35 | $3.66 | $3.98 | $4.71 |
| Total | $18.75 | $20.45 | $22.23 | $26.31 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Kansas ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.353 (Diesel $4.705) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 19, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fort Dodge and Salina (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
