Trip from Fairway, KS to Dodge City, KS

Q: How long is the trip from Fairway, KS to Dodge City, KS?

The drive from Fairway, KS to Dodge City, KS covers 329.6 miles and takes about 6h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are US 50, I 35, US 56. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 164.8 miles from Fairway, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Q: How many breaks should I plan?

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Drive Time

6h 16m

Distance

329.6 mi

530 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$50

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

6h 4m ★

6 AM

6h 17m

8 AM

6h 42m

10 AM

6h 26m

12 PM

6h 23m

3 PM

6h 27m

5 PM

6h 41m

8 PM

6h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Dodge City, KS

Tolga Ahmetler

Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Fairway to Dodge City, prepare for a 329.6-mile journey across the Kansas Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 6 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable day trip if you get an early start. The route primarily utilizes I-35, US-50, and US-56 to navigate the state. Budget roughly $50 for fuel to cover the distance, though actual costs may fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Since this is a highway-focused drive, it is best suited for those who prefer steady, consistent progress over winding backroads. Whether you are heading west for business or exploration, this straightforward path provides a reliable connection between these two points in Kansas.

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

164.8 miles from Fairway, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 5m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highly efficient transit, as 99% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US-50, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 219.3 miles. Because the roads are designed for speed and connectivity, the pace is consistent and requires minimal technical maneuvering. As you transition from the eastern part of the state toward the high plains, the landscape remains open and the road conditions stay predictable. This is a classic, high-speed regional connection that prioritizes getting you to your destination without unnecessary detours or complex navigation.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 219.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and I 35. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Roe Avenue.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 329.6 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Roe Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (US 56; US 69; US 169): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 173.3 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | Roe Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Roe Avenue

Navigation decision point

3.7 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 56; US 69; US 169

Turn left onto US 56; US 69; US 169 toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 69 South, US 169 South: Wichita

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 69 South, US...

173.3 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in | US 50

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wi...

176.6 mi into trip | ~3h 18m in | US 50

Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50, KS 15: Hutchinson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 50, KS 15: Hutchinson

329.6 mi into trip | ~6h 16m in | Central Avenue

Turn right onto Central Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Fairway, KS to Dodge City, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Newton along the way.

Newton

104.7 mi in | ~1h 53m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 50	219.3 mi	4h 15m
I 35	98.6 mi	1h 42m
US 56	5.5 mi	6m
Shawnee Mission Parkway	3 mi	5m
East Wyatt Earp Boulevard	2.1 mi	3m
West 59th Street	0.4 mi	1m
Roe Avenue	0.1 mi	<1m
West 60th Street	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 50 — 219.3 mi, about 4h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fairway, KS and Dodge City, KS.

Start on West 59th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West 59th Street

At end of road, turn left onto Roe Avenue

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Roe Avenue

Turn right onto West 60th Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · West 60th Street

Turn left onto US 56; US 169

3.0 mi · 5 min · Shawnee Mission Parkway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto US 56; US 69; US 169

2.5 mi · 3 min · US 56; US 69; US 169

Toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 69 South, US 169 South: Wichita Use the left lane.

Continue on I 35; US 56; US 169

4.2 mi · 4 min · I 35; US 56; US 169

Toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita Use the straight lane.

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 56; US 169

37 mi · 39 min · I 35; US 50; US 56; US 169

Use the straight lane.

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 59

57 mi · 57 min · I 35; US 50; US 59

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Toward US 50: Emporia, Newton

Enter roundabout

433 ft · 5 sec

Continue

0.2 mi · 11 sec

Enter roundabout onto US 50

33 ft · 0 sec · US 50

Continue on US 50

43 mi · 50 min · US 50

Use the straight lane.

Enter roundabout onto US 50

197 ft · 8 sec · US 50

Toward US 50 West: Newton

Continue on US 50

25 mi · 30 min · US 50

Toward US 50 West: Newton

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50

3.2 mi · 3 min · US 50

Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 50

40 mi · 47 min · US 50

Toward US 50, KS 15: Hutchinson Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50

40 mi · 45 min · US 50

Enter roundabout onto US 50

176 ft · 2 sec · US 50

Continue on US 50

68 mi · 1 hr 18 min · US 50

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto US 56; US 283

3.1 mi · 3 min · US 56; US 283

Continue on East Wyatt Earp Boulevard

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Wyatt Earp Boulevard

Turn right onto Central Avenue

33 ft · 0 sec · Central Avenue

Use the none lane.

Arrive at destination

Central Avenue

Trip Plan

To keep your energy levels high, plan for at least one substantial stop to break up the six-hour duration. Because the majority of your time is spent on high-speed stretches, check your tire pressure and fuel levels before leaving Fairway to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted run. Leaving in the early morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic near the urban areas before you commit to the long haul across the state. Keep a close eye on the distance remaining during your 219.3-mile stint on US-50, as service intervals can be spaced further apart than you might be used to in the city. Since the entire trip is achievable in a single day, you have the flexibility to make your stop whenever you need a quick rest or a refuel.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 164.8 miles from Fairway, KS, or about 3h 5m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 219.3 miles.

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 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 164.8 miles or 3h 5m 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dodge City, KS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fairway, 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 Fairway, KS

This is one driving day of about 329.6 miles and 6h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairway, KS.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on US 50 for about 219.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 164.8 mi from Fairway, KS · 3h 5m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Newton, KS

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Valley Falls, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Newton, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 164.8 miles from Fairway, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 50 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 219.3 miles.

Arriving in Dodge City, KS

The final approach into Dodge City, 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 Dodge City, KS.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$50.06 one way

$100.13 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 115 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$55.19	$110.38
premium	$4.80	$62.22	$124.44
diesel	$5.64	$73.23	$146.45

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	98.9	1	$34.61	$15.82
Efficient EV	82.4	0	$28.84	$13.18
EV Truck/SUV	131.8	1	$46.14	$21.09

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Fairway, KS

Evening in Fairway on Sunday

Local time

7:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dodge City, KS

Evening in Dodge City on Sunday

Local time

7:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

33 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 16m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fairway, KS to Dodge City, KS covers 329.6 miles and takes about 6h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 50, I 35, US 56. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 164.8 miles from Fairway, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.