Colorado Springs to Dodge City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271 miles 436.1 km · straight line
315.3 miles actual route 507.4 km · driving distance
6h 30min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
105° ESE bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Dodge City?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Dodge City is 271 miles (436.1 km) as the crow flies. Dodge City is located ESE of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.3 miles, taking about 6h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado 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 Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs to Dodge City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 30min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 48min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Dodge City

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM