Austin, Texas to Dodge City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

533.3 miles 858.3 km · straight line
637.2 miles actual route 1025.4 km · driving distance
11h 52min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Dodge City?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Dodge City is 533.3 miles (858.3 km) as the crow flies. Dodge City is located NNW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 637.2 miles, taking about 11h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and Dodge City in Kansas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Texas and Dodge City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Austin, Texas to Dodge City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 52min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 14min $51–$96* Budget
Train ~15h 26min $76–$223* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Dodge City

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m 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 178 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM