Origin
Fort Dodge, KS
Late night in Fort Dodge on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Dodge, KS to Leoti, KS
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
118 mi
190 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
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6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Leoti, KS covers 118 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 50, US 83, West 5th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.2 miles on US 50. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59 miles from Fort Dodge, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 27m highway drive covering 118 miles, with most of the trip on US 50 and US 83. The longest continuous stretch is about 52.2 miles on US 50.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 52.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
3,302 ft
2,464 ft
Total Climb
879 ft
Total Descent
40 ft
Highest Point
3,302 ft
~118 mi in
Elevation Range
839 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and US 83. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 400.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Leoti, KS is easy. At 2h 27m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 400): Navigation decision point; at 55 miles (US 50; US 83; US 400): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 400
Turn left onto US 400
Navigation decision point
5
55 mi into trip
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~1h 13m in
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US 50; US 83; US 400
Merge onto US 50; US 83; US 400
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
59.8 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward US 83 North, US 50 Business, US 83 Business, Garden City, Scott City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 83 North, US 50 Business, US 83 Busin...
4
93.4 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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KS 96 / West 5th Street
Turn left onto KS 96 / West 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
117.9 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
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KS 25 / South 4th Street
Turn left onto KS 25 / South 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fort Dodge, KS and Leoti, KS, road signs point toward Garden City and Scott City.
Garden City
59.8 mi in
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~1h 19m
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via US 83
Scott City
59.8 mi in
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~1h 19m
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via US 83
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 52.2 mi | 1h 6m |
| US 83 | 33.7 mi | 38m |
| West 5th Street | 24.5 mi | 29m |
| US 400 | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| West Wyatt Earp Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 14th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 52.2 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge, KS and Leoti, KS.
1
Start on this road
343 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 400
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
US 400
3
Turn right onto North 14th Avenue
515 ft
·
17 sec
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North 14th Avenue
4
Turn left onto West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Wyatt Earp Boulevard
5
Continue on US 50
47 mi
·
59 min
·
US 50
6
Take the exit onto US 50; US 400
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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US 50; US 400
7
Merge onto US 50; US 83; US 400
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 50; US 83; US 400
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 83
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 83
Toward US 83 North, US 50 Business, US 83 Business, Garden City, Scott City
9
Turn right onto US 83
33 mi
·
38 min
·
US 83
10
Turn left onto KS 96
24 mi
·
29 min
·
West 5th Street
11
Turn left onto KS 25
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
South 4th Street
12
Arrive at destination
KS 25
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59 miles from Fort Dodge, KS, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.2 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Leoti, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Dodge, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Fort Dodge, KS
This is one driving day of about 118 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Dodge, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 50 for about 52.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59 mi from Fort Dodge, KS · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59 miles from Fort Dodge, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Leoti, KS
The final approach into Leoti, 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 Leoti, KS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.92 one way
$35.85 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.76 | $39.52 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.28 | $44.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.22 | $52.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.39 | $5.66 |
| Efficient EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.33 | $4.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.52 | $7.55 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Leoti, KS
Late night in Leoti on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 27m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Leoti, KS covers 118 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, US 83, West 5th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59 miles from Fort Dodge, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Leoti, KS is easy. At 2h 27m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 400): Navigation decision point; at 55 miles (US 50; US 83; US 400): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Fort Dodge, KS and Leoti, KS, road signs point toward Garden City and Scott City.
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