Drive Time
6h 15m
Distance
329.4 mi
530 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
The drive from Dodge City, KS to Fairway, KS covers 329.4 miles and takes about 6h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Wyatt Earp Boulevard, the route, I 135 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
164.7 miles from Dodge City, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 15m drive with frequent turns across 329.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 15m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dodge City, KS to Fairway, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Wyatt Earp Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 135 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kansas City | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 56 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Dodge City, KS and Fairway, KS.
Start on Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Wyatt Earp Boulevard
Continue straight
Turn right
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
Exit the roundabout
Keep slight left to continue on I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, Emporia
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward US 50 East: Emporia
Exit the roundabout onto US 50 East: Emporia
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
Exit the roundabout onto Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward I 35 North: Kansas City
Exit the roundabout onto I 35 North: Kansas City
Merge slight left
Continue on I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
Merge slight right
Take the exit slight right toward US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission Parkway
Keep slight right to continue on US 56, US 69, US 169: Shawnee Mission Parkway
Merge slight left onto Shawnee Mission Parkway
Keep slight left to continue on Shawnee Mission Parkway
Turn right onto West Roeland Drive
Continue on West 60th Street
Turn left onto Roe Avenue
Turn right onto West 59th Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.7 miles or 3h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairway, KS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Dodge City, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dodge City, KS
This is one driving day of about 329.4 miles and 6h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 164.7 mi from Dodge City, KS · 3h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 164.7 miles from Dodge City, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Fairway, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fairway, KS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$50.03 one way
$100.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $55.16 | $110.31 |
| premium | $4.80 | $62.18 | $124.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $73.18 | $146.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.8 | 1 | $34.59 | $15.81 |
| Efficient EV | 82.4 | 0 | $28.82 | $13.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.8 | 1 | $46.12 | $21.08 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Dodge City on Saturday
Local time
6:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Fairway on Saturday
Local time
6:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
52°F
Newton, KS
165 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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