How far is Plains, KS from Dodge City, KS?
The driving distance from Plains, KS to Dodge City, KS is about 57.9 miles (93.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.4 miles (74.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plains and Dodge City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plains and Dodge City.
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Start on Mustang Street
41 m · 11 sec · Mustang Street
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Turn left onto Ohio Street
741 ft · 35 sec · Ohio Street
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1082 ft · 36 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto The Yellow Brick Road
13.9 mi · 16 min · The Yellow Brick Road
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Continue on West Carthage Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · West Carthage Street
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Continue on The Yellow Brick Road
20.7 mi · 23 min · The Yellow Brick Road
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Continue on West Front Street
2157 ft · 33 sec · West Front Street
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Turn left onto North Oak Street
19.2 mi · 22 min · North Oak Street
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Keep slight left
66 m · 3 sec
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Turn straight onto South 2nd Avenue
2.2 mi · 3 min · South 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
663 ft · 25 sec · West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
24 m · 2 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plains and Dodge City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
The Yellow Brick Road
Continue on The Yellow Brick Road
20.7 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Plains and Partly Sunny near Dodge City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plains to Dodge City?
The road trip is about 57.9 miles (93.2 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Fowler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29 miles from Plains and 29 miles from Dodge City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.4 miles (74.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.16 one way or $16.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Plains and Partly Sunny near Dodge City.
Stop Ideas Near Fowler
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 Fowler.
Dodge City
Garden City
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plains and Dodge City. Straight-line distance: 46.4 mi (74.68 km).
#1 Plains
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,021 |
| Coordinates | 37.2603000, -100.5926500 |
| Altitude | 841 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dodge City
City in and county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 27,104 |
| Coordinates | 37.7528000, -100.0170800 |
| Altitude | 760 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dodge City (-100.01708, 37.7528)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $4.00 | $8.16 | $16.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $8.88 | $17.76 |
| Premium | $4.73 | $9.65 | $19.30 |
| Diesel | $6.02 | $12.27 | $24.54 |
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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