How far is Scott City, KS from Fort Dodge, KS?
The driving distance from Scott City, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74 miles (119.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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 01h 42m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scott City and Fort Dodge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scott City and Fort Dodge.
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Start on West 5th Street
15 m · 4 sec · West 5th Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
35.4 mi · 41 min · South Main Street
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Turn slight left onto West Buffalo Jones Avenue
2926 ft · 1 min · West Buffalo Jones Avenue
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Continue on West Walnut Street
142 m · 13 sec · West Walnut Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2275 ft · 52 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Fulton Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Fulton Street
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Continue straight
45.3 mi · 55 min
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Continue straight
2 mi · 2 min
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Continue on Wyatt Earp Boulevard
1.4 km · 59 sec · Wyatt Earp Boulevard
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Continue on West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
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Turn right onto North 14th Avenue
157 m · 15 sec · North 14th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Trail Street
4.4 mi · 8 min · West Trail Street
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
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 Scott City 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.
East Fulton Street
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45.3 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Scott City 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 Scott City to Fort Dodge?
The road trip is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Pierceville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.6 miles from Scott City and 53.9 miles from Fort Dodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74 miles (119.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.39 one way or $26.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Scott City and Sunny near Fort Dodge.
Stop Ideas Near Pierceville
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 Pierceville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scott City and Fort Dodge. Straight-line distance: 74.02 mi (119.13 km).
#1 Scott City
Human settlement in Scott County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 3,748 |
| Coordinates | 38.4825200, -100.9070900 |
| Altitude | 908 |
| 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: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.39 | $26.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.52 | $33.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.83 | $37.66 |
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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