How far is La Crosse, KS from Fort Dodge, KS?
The driving distance from La Crosse, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Edwards County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Fort Dodge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Fort Dodge.
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Start on Peace Street
1245 ft · 57 sec · Peace Street
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Turn right onto 5th Street
99 m · 22 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
43.6 mi · 56 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Niles Avenue
2707 ft · 48 sec · Niles Avenue
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Turn right onto East 10th Street
29.3 mi · 34 min · East 10th Street
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Turn left onto 117 Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · 117 Road
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Turn sharp right
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
104 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Fort Dodge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
43.6 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving La Crosse and Partly Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Fort Dodge?
The road trip is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Kinsley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.7 miles from La Crosse and 39.5 miles from Fort Dodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 3:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.56 one way or $21.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around La Crosse and Partly Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Stop Ideas Near Kinsley
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 Kinsley.
Dodge City
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Fort Dodge. Straight-line distance: 64.89 mi (104.43 km).
#1 La Crosse
City in Kansas
| Population | 1,197 |
| Coordinates | 38.5314000, -99.3087200 |
| Altitude | 627 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: (-99.935528, 37.731981)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.56 | $21.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.91 | $23.82 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.03 | $26.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.85 | $29.70 |
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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