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Trip from Attica, KS to Fort Dodge, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 40m

Distance

121 mi

195 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 30m ★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m

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

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historical region of Greece, including the city of Athens

Attica, KS

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city and the county seat of, Webster County, Iowa, United States

Fort Dodge, KS

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Trip Overview

Attica, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is 121 miles and takes about 2h 40m via US 400, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily traverses the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward, same-day excursion within Kansas. Expect a local feel with a turn-heavy profile, making it a practical option for a short, focused trip. Given its manageable length, this route is well-suited for those looking for a quick transition between points without extensive travel time.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

60.5 miles from Attica, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 400 31.1 mi 37m
South Iliff Street 29 mi 41m
Cannonball Stageline 28.7 mi 33m
West Avenue C 20.9 mi 31m
The Yellow Brick Road 8.3 mi 9m
East Kansas Avenue 1.3 mi 2m
West 5th Street 1 mi 2m
South Main Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 400 — 31.1 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Attica, KS and Fort Dodge, KS.

1

Start on North Main Street

116 ft · 8 sec · North Main Street
2

Turn left onto US 160

21 mi · 31 min · West Avenue C
3

Turn right onto US 281

29 mi · 41 min · South Iliff Street
4

Continue on US 281

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
5

Turn left onto West 5th Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · West 5th Street
6

Turn right onto Rancho Road

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Rancho Road
7

Turn left onto US 54; US 400

0.2 mi · 18 sec · West 1st Street
8

Continue on US 54; US 400

29 mi · 33 min · Cannonball Stageline
9

Continue on US 54; US 400

1.3 mi · 2 min · East Kansas Avenue
10

Continue on US 54; US 400

8.3 mi · 9 min · The Yellow Brick Road
11

Keep slight right at fork onto US 400

31 mi · 37 min · US 400
12

Turn left

343 ft · 14 sec
13

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just under 3 hours, this is a flexible same-day trip, so you can leave whenever it suits your schedule. There's only one recommended stop, so you can easily complete this drive without needing extensive breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you move away from main highway sections, as the $19 budget is an estimate and local stations can vary. Plan your departure to ensure you have ample daylight for the turn-heavy segments, particularly the 31.1-mile stretch on US 400.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.5 miles from Attica, KS, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.1 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 27 miles or 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 60.5 miles or 1h 27m 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 13m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Attica, 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 Attica, KS

This is one driving day of about 121 miles and 2h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Attica, 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 400 for about 31.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Pratt, KS, KS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pratt, KS

61 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

Medicine Lodge, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pratt, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 60.5 miles from Attica, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Crazy Mule Restaurant and Catering

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77.8

Greensburg, Kansas

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+16207239025

Visit website

Burger Shack-N-Snack

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 17.3

Medicine Lodge, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16208865752

Casey's

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 17.3

Medicine Lodge, Kansas

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+16203079545

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 89.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 160 / West Avenue C

Turn left onto US 160 / West Avenue C

Navigation decision point

4
20.9 mi into trip | ~31m in | US 281 / South Iliff Street

Turn right onto US 281 / South Iliff Street

Navigation decision point

4
50.3 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | West 5th Street

Turn left onto West 5th Street

Navigation decision point

4
51.4 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | US 54; US 400 / West 1st Street

Turn left onto US 54; US 400 / West 1st Street

Navigation decision point

4
89.8 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in | US 400

Keep slight right at fork onto US 400

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.92 one way

$37.83 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $20.77 $41.54
premium $4.89 $23.29 $46.57
diesel $5.61 $26.72 $53.43

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.3 0 $12.70 $5.81
Efficient EV 30.3 0 $10.59 $4.84
EV Truck/SUV 48.4 0 $16.94 $7.74

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Attica, KS

Late night in Attica on Sunday

Local time

3:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Dodge, KS

Late night in Fort Dodge on Sunday

Local time

3:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

87°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

27 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 40m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route presents a turn-heavy local drive profile, with only 26% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a mix of road types as you navigate through Kansas, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 31.1 miles along US 400. The drive's character is defined by frequent directional changes, suggesting a need for careful navigation. It's less of a high-speed transit and more of an engaged local journey.

Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.1 mi on US 400.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 160 / West Avenue C.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Attica, KS to Fort Dodge, KS is easy. At 2h 40m with 26% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 160 / West Avenue C): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (US 281 / South Iliff Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.3 miles (West 5th Street): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 121 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (26%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 31.1 miles on US 400. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 160 / West Avenue C): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (US 281 / South Iliff Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.3 miles (West 5th Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fort Dodge, KS before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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