How far is Norton, KS from Fort Dodge, KS?
The driving distance from Norton, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is about 151.9 miles (244.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 21m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Ness County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norton and Fort Dodge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norton and Fort Dodge.
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Start on North 2nd Avenue
9 m · 7 sec · North 2nd Avenue
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Turn left onto West Wilton Street
763 ft · 36 sec · West Wilton Street
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Turn right onto North State Street
1 km · 58 sec · North State Street
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Continue on State Avenue
13.8 mi · 21 min · State Avenue
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Turn slight right
728 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight
42 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Turn right onto Barclay Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Barclay Avenue
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
38.7 mi · 57 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on North Pennsylvania Avenue
51.4 mi · 1 hr 15 min · North Pennsylvania Avenue
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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 Norton 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.
North Pennsylvania Avenue
Continue on North Pennsylvania Avenue
51.4 mi · 01h 15m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Norton and Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norton to Fort Dodge?
The road trip is about 151.9 miles (244.5 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Ransom is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.9 miles from Norton and 76.1 miles from Fort Dodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 1:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.21 one way or $40.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Norton and Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Stop Ideas Near Ransom
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 Ransom.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norton and Fort Dodge. Straight-line distance: 145.25 mi (233.75 km).
#1 Norton
City in Norton County, Kansas
| Population | 2,709 |
| Coordinates | 39.8338900, -99.8915100 |
| Altitude | 705 |
| 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: 244 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.21 | $40.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.80 | $45.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.95 | $49.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.43 | $56.86 |
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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