Origin
Fort Dodge, KS
Morning in Fort Dodge on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Fort Dodge, KS to Overbrook, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 30m
Distance
292.6 mi
471 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
12 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 17m
★
6 AM
5h 31m
8 AM
5h 57m
10 AM
5h 40m
12 PM
5h 37m
3 PM
5h 41m
5 PM
5h 56m
8 PM
5h 23m
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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Overbrook, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Dodge, KS to Overbrook, KS covers 292.6 miles and takes about 5h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, KS 156 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed highway & surface. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 79 miles on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.74 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
146.3 miles from Fort Dodge, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 79 mi | 1h 19m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 50.5 mi | 50m |
| KS 156 | 47.9 mi | 55m |
| US 50 | 29.3 mi | 34m |
| US 56 | 25.1 mi | 30m |
| East 14th Street | 19.3 mi | 23m |
| US 75 | 15.4 mi | 16m |
| West 157th Street | 6.9 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
— 79 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge, KS and Overbrook, KS.
1
Start on this road
343 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 400
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 400
3
Turn sharp left onto 117 Road
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
117 Road
4
Turn right onto US 50; US 56
29 mi
·
34 min
·
US 50; US 56
5
Turn left onto US 183
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Niles Avenue
6
Turn right onto US 56; US 183
25 mi
·
30 min
·
US 56; US 183
7
Turn right onto US 56; KS 156
19 mi
·
23 min
·
East 14th Street
8
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Railroad Avenue
9
At end of road, turn right onto Washington Street
150 ft
·
4 sec
·
Washington Street
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Railroad Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
11
Turn left onto US 281
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn right onto US 56; KS 96; KS 156
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
10th Street
13
Turn left onto KS 156
48 mi
·
55 min
·
KS 156
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I-70 East, Salina
15
Merge onto I 70; US 40
49 mi
·
49 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
16
Continue on I 70; US 40
75 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
18
Continue on I 70; US 40
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
19
Take the exit onto I 470
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 470
Toward I 470 South, US 75 South
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 75
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 75
Toward US 75 South: Burlingame Road
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
22
Turn left onto US 56
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
West 157th Street
23
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Maple Street
24
Turn right onto 6th Street
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
6th Street
25
Arrive at destination
6th Street
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 146.3 miles from Fort Dodge, KS, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79 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 64 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.3 miles or 2h 58m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Overbrook, 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 292.6 miles and 5h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 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 Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway for about 79 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 146.3 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 Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 269.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
|
117 Road
Turn sharp left onto 117 Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
82 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
Washington Street
At end of road, turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
134.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
Take the ramp toward I-70 East, Salina
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-70 East, Salina
5
264.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 56m in
|
I 470
Take the exit onto I 470 toward I 470 South, US 75 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 470 South, US 75 South
5
269.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 3m in
|
US 75
Keep slight right at fork onto US 75 toward US 75 South: Burlingame Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 75 South: Burlingame Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.74 one way
$91.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $50.23 | $100.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $56.31 | $112.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.60 | $129.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
West's Plaza Country Mart - Tesla Supercharger
Abilene, KS
Tesla
12 DCFC
Abilene, KS Rechargery Relay - Buckeye Ave
Abilene, KS
IONNA
10 DCFC
Arby's - Tesla Supercharger
Topeka, KS
Tesla
8 DCFC
Holiday Inn Express - Tesla Supercharger
Salina, KS
Tesla
6 DCFC
Casey's Salina (Salina, KS)
Salina, KS
Electrify America
4 DCFC
Flying J 659
Salina, KS
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
24/7 Travel Store #6
Abilene, KS
EV Connect
4 DCFC
24/7 Travel Store #5
Maple Hill, KS
EV Connect
4 DCFC
Tesla: 3
Electrify America: 2
EV Connect: 2
ChargePoint Network: 2
Blink Network: 1
eVgo Network: 1
IONNA: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.8 | 1 | $30.72 | $14.04 |
| Efficient EV | 73.2 | 0 | $25.60 | $11.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117 | 1 | $40.96 | $18.73 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Overbrook, KS
Morning in Overbrook on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
82°F
Lincoln, KS
146 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
10 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 30m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The path to equality has been anything but smooth. It's taken courage and dedication by everyday people coming together for a common goal to carry the country toward true equality. Parents, teachers,...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 272.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
292.6 mi in 5h 30m — 43% highway, the rest on surface roads. Biggest road: Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79 mi on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near 117 Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 30m drive. You will face about 18 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (117 Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 82 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 134.6 miles: 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.
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 Fort Dodge, KS to Overbrook, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Salina along the way.
Salina
134.6 mi in
|
~2h 46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 30m. Total distance: 292.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79 miles on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway. 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.
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 1.8 miles (117 Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 82 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 134.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Overbrook, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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