Des Moines to Dodge City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Dodge City?

The distance from Des Moines to Dodge City is 430.8 miles (693.3 km) as the crow flies. Dodge City is located SW of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 517 miles, taking about 10h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Dodge City in Kansas.

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. 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 Des Moines 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.