How far is Quinter, KS from Fort Dodge, KS?
The driving distance from Quinter, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is about 112.6 miles (181.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.8 miles (151 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Ness County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quinter and Fort Dodge.
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Start on Old Highway 40
829 ft · 30 sec · Old Highway 40
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Turn sharp left onto Main Street
2828 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn slight right onto Highway 212
2224 ft · 1 min · Highway 212
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Turn left onto Castle Rock Street
1085 ft · 33 sec · Castle Rock Street
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Take the ramp left
990 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
19.2 mi · 19 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 283, US 40 Business: WaKeeney, Ness City
965 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
38.2 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 Quinter 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
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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 Quinter 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 Quinter to Fort Dodge?
The road trip is about 112.6 miles (181.2 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Ness City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.2 miles from Quinter and 56.4 miles from Fort Dodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.8 miles (151 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.97 one way or $29.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Quinter and Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Stop Ideas Near Ness City
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 Ness City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Quinter and Fort Dodge. Straight-line distance: 93.8 mi (150.96 km).
#1 Quinter
City in Gove County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,073 |
| Coordinates | 39.0694500, -100.2323600 |
| Altitude | 813 |
| 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: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.88 | $33.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.48 | $36.95 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.06 | $42.11 |
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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