Origin
Fort Dodge, KS
Night in Fort Dodge on Wednesday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Dodge, KS to Lyndon, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 8m
Distance
264.7 mi
426 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 55m
★
6 AM
5h 9m
8 AM
5h 36m
10 AM
5h 18m
12 PM
5h 15m
3 PM
5h 19m
5 PM
5h 34m
8 PM
5h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Dodge, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Lyndon, KS covers 264.7 miles and takes about 5h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 117 Road, 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 $41.38 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
132.4 miles from Fort Dodge, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 8m drive with frequent turns across 264.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
117 Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 8m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Lyndon, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 117 Road | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| I 135 North | — | — |
| US 50 | — | — |
| US 50 East | — | — |
| Kansas City | — | — |
| I 35 North | — | — |
| US 75 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
117 Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge, KS and Lyndon, KS.
1
Start on the route
341 ft
·
18 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
1.7 mi
·
2 min
3
Turn sharp left onto 117 Road
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
117 Road
4
Turn right
66 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
161 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
6
Exit the roundabout
79 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, Emporia
2.7 mi
·
2 min
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I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, Emporia
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
26 mi
·
31 min
·
US 50: Peabody, Emporia
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward US 50 East: Emporia
213 ft
·
9 sec
·
US 50 East: Emporia
10
Exit the roundabout onto US 50 East: Emporia
43 mi
·
50 min
·
US 50 East: Emporia
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
364 ft
·
5 sec
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Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
12
Exit the roundabout onto Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward I 35 North: Kansas City
30 ft
·
I 35 North: Kansas City
14
Exit the roundabout onto I 35 North: Kansas City
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 35 North: Kansas City
15
Merge slight left
28 mi
·
27 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 75, Lynden, Burlington
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 75, Lynden, Burlington
17
Turn left
14 mi
·
16 min
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 132.4 miles from Fort Dodge, KS, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
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 58 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.4 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lyndon, 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 264.7 miles and 5h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Fort Dodge, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 132.4 mi from Fort Dodge, KS · 2h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 132.4 miles from Fort Dodge, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lyndon, KS
The final approach into Lyndon, 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 Lyndon, 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
$41.38 one way
$82.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $45.44 | $90.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $50.94 | $101.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.44 | $116.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.79 | $12.71 |
| Efficient EV | 66.2 | 0 | $23.16 | $10.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.9 | 1 | $37.06 | $16.94 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lyndon, KS
Night in Lyndon on Wednesday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Newton, KS
132 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
5 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
5h 8m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Lyndon, KS covers 264.7 miles and takes about 5h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 117 Road, the route, I 135 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 132.4 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 $41.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a straightforward 5h 8m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Lyndon, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fort Dodge, KS to Lyndon, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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