Deadwood to Fort Dodge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Deadwood from Fort Dodge?

The distance from Deadwood to Fort Dodge is 496.7 miles (799.3 km) as the crow flies. Fort Dodge is located ESE of Deadwood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 596 miles, taking about 11h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Deadwood in South Dakota and Fort Dodge in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Deadwood and Fort Dodge. 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.