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Trip from Fairway, KS to Dodge City, KS

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

Drive Time

6h 16m

Distance

329.6 mi

530 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

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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Downtown Fairway, KS, KS

Fairway, KS

Hanwei Zhang

city in and county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States

Dodge City, KS

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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 .

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.

1

Start on West 59th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West 59th Street
2

At end of road, turn left onto Roe Avenue

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Roe Avenue
3

Turn right onto West 60th Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · West 60th Street
4

Turn left onto US 56; US 169

3.0 mi · 5 min · Shawnee Mission Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5

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.
6

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.
7

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.
8

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 59

57 mi · 57 min · I 35; US 50; US 59
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec
Toward US 50: Emporia, Newton
10

Enter roundabout

433 ft · 5 sec
11

Continue

0.2 mi · 11 sec
12

Enter roundabout onto US 50

33 ft · 0 sec · US 50
13

Continue on US 50

43 mi · 50 min · US 50
Use the straight lane.
14

Enter roundabout onto US 50

197 ft · 8 sec · US 50
Toward US 50 West: Newton
15

Continue on US 50

25 mi · 30 min · US 50
Toward US 50 West: Newton
16

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
17

Take the exit onto US 50

40 mi · 47 min · US 50
Toward US 50, KS 15: Hutchinson Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50

40 mi · 45 min · US 50
19

Enter roundabout onto US 50

176 ft · 2 sec · US 50
20

Continue on US 50

68 mi · 1 hr 18 min · US 50
21

Turn left onto US 56; US 283

3.1 mi · 3 min · US 56; US 283
22

Continue on East Wyatt Earp Boulevard

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Wyatt Earp Boulevard
23

Turn right onto Central Avenue

33 ft · 0 sec · Central Avenue
24

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 73 miles or 1h 21m 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

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Open the route before leaving Fairway, 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 Fairway, KS

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

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 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.

Downtown Peabody, KS, KS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Peabody, 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Peabody, 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.

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.

Top Restaurant

Prime On The Nine

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Dodge City, Kansas

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 329.6

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16202272736

Visit website

JJ's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kansas City, Missouri

2.2 mi

The Granfalloon Restaurant And Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kansas City, Missouri

2.3 mi

Prime On The Nine

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 329.6

Dodge City, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16202272736

Visit website

JJ's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $50 to $10

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18165617136

Visit website

The Granfalloon Restaurant And Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+18167537850

Visit website

Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18165235462

Visit website

Country Club Plaza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+18167530100

Visit website

Heritage by Bo Lings

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18167531718

Visit website

Chaz on the Plaza

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+18168022152

Visit website

Rye Plaza

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18165413382

Visit website

Long Branch Lagoon

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 329.6

Dodge City, Kansas

Hours: Closed

+16202258156

Visit website

Money Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+18168812683

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 176.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | Roe Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Roe Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~2m in | West 60th Street

Turn right onto West 60th Street

Navigation decision point

7
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...
6
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. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wi...
7
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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.53 one way

$103.06 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 115 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $56.58 $113.15
premium $4.89 $63.43 $126.86
diesel $5.61 $72.77 $145.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

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, 2026-04-13.

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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Fairway, KS

Evening in Fairway on Saturday

Local time

8:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dodge City, KS

Evening in Dodge City on Saturday

Local time

8:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

81°F

Peabody, 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

29 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

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.

What kind of drive is this?

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.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 219.3 mi on US 50.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and I 35. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Roe Avenue.

Driving Effort 6/10

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

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 329.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.5 miles (West 60th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (US 56; US 69; US 169): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

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

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 16m. Total distance: 329.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 219.3 miles on US 50. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Dodge City, KS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Roe Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (West 60th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (US 56; US 69; US 169): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Dodge City, KS before the return drive.

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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