How far is Fort Dodge, KS from Ulysses, KS?
The driving distance from Fort Dodge, KS to Ulysses, KS is about 82.5 miles (132.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Gray 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 Ulysses.
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Start on the route
104 m · 20 sec
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Turn left
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
3.5 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right
833 ft · 11 sec
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Turn straight
32.4 mi · 39 min
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Turn right
16.6 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
27 mi · 36 min
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Turn right onto South Missouri Street
1563 ft · 48 sec · South Missouri Street
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Turn left onto East Grant Avenue
92 m · 15 sec · East Grant Avenue
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Turn right onto North Court Street
69 m · 10 sec · North Court Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Court Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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Longest stretch
Turn straight
32.4 mi · 00h 39m
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 Ulysses.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Dodge to Ulysses?
The road trip is about 82.5 miles (132.8 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Copeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.2 miles from Fort Dodge and 41.3 miles from Ulysses.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 2:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.97 one way or $21.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fort Dodge and Sunny near Ulysses.
Stop Ideas Near Copeland
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Dodge and Ulysses. Straight-line distance: 78.35 mi (126.1 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 Ulysses
City in and the county seat of Grant County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 5,546 |
| Coordinates | 37.5814100, -101.3551700 |
| Altitude | 930 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ulysses (-101.35517, 37.58141)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.38 | $24.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.54 | $27.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
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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