Amarillo to Dodge City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

201.8 miles 324.8 km · straight line
252.3 miles estimated 406 km · driving distance
5h 5min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Amarillo from Dodge City?

The distance from Amarillo to Dodge City is 201.8 miles (324.8 km) as the crow flies. Dodge City is located NNE of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.3 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Dodge City in Kansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amarillo and Dodge City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amarillo to Dodge City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 5min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 6min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 50min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amarillo & Dodge City

Quick Facts

Amarillo
35.22°N, 101.83°W
America/Chicago
1118m elevation
Dodge City
37.75°N, 100.02°W
America/Chicago
760m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients