Origin
Fort Dodge, KS
Late night in Fort Dodge on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Dodge, KS to Anthony, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 7m
Distance
137.9 mi
222 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 56m
★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 31m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 29m
8 PM
3h 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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Anthony, KS
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Trip Overview
Fort Dodge, KS to Anthony, KS is 137.9 miles and takes about 3h 7m via US 400, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey across Kansas. It's a practical option if you need to cover ground efficiently between these two points. The route is predominantly on US 400, a well-traveled highway that makes for a predictable trip. Consider this if you're looking for a simple, direct connection without many detours.
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
69 miles from Fort Dodge, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 400 | 69.5 mi | 1h 23m |
| South 1st Avenue | 29 mi | 41m |
| West Fowler Avenue | 21.2 mi | 31m |
| Hershey Highway | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| KS 2 | 6 mi | 10m |
| West 5th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 400
— 69.5 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge, KS and Anthony, KS.
1
Start on this road
343 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 400
70 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
US 400
3
Turn right onto Rancho Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Rancho Road
4
Continue on West 5th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 5th Street
5
Turn right onto US 281
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on US 281
29 mi
·
41 min
·
South 1st Avenue
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 160
21 mi
·
31 min
·
West Fowler Avenue
8
Continue on US 160
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Hershey Highway
9
Turn right onto KS 2
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
KS 2
10
Turn left onto KS 44
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Main Street
11
Turn left onto North Bluff Avenue
391 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Bluff Avenue
12
Turn right onto West Steadman Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Steadman Street
13
Arrive at destination
West Steadman Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 7m duration, starting your drive from Fort Dodge in the morning is ideal, allowing you ample time to reach Anthony with daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $22, planning is straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 69.5-mile stretch on US 400, as services might be less frequent. This short drive offers flexibility; you can depart later if needed or take your time if you find a point of interest along the way. Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before setting out.
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 69 miles from Fort Dodge, KS, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.5 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 30 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69 miles or 1h 22m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anthony, 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 137.9 miles and 3h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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.
The longest stretch is on US 400 for about 69.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69 miles from Fort Dodge, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 400 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 137.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 400
Turn right onto US 400
Navigation decision point
4
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
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US 281 / South Main Street
Turn right onto US 281 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
100.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
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US 160 / West Fowler Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 160 / West Fowler Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
131.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
|
KS 2
Turn right onto KS 2
Navigation decision point
5
137.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
|
West Steadman Street
Turn right onto West Steadman Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.56 one way
$43.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.67 | $47.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.54 | $53.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.45 | $60.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.48 | $6.62 |
| Efficient EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.07 | $5.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.2 | 0 | $19.31 | $8.83 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Anthony, KS
Late night in Anthony on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
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
3h 7m 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 drive features a mixed character, with 55% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll navigate primarily using US 400, South 1st Avenue, and West Fowler Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 69.5 miles on US 400, so be prepared for a significant period of consistent driving. While not exclusively highway, the route offers a balance of faster-paced sections and local road segments, giving you a varied driving experience. Expect a steady progression across the landscape.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.5 mi on US 400.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Anthony, KS is easy. At 3h 7m with 55% 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 70.7 miles (US 281 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 100.1 miles (US 160 / West Fowler Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 7m. Total distance: 137.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.5 miles on US 400. 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.
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: at 0.1 miles (US 400): Navigation decision point; at 70.7 miles (US 281 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 100.1 miles (US 160 / West Fowler Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Anthony, KS, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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