Fort Dodge to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

588.9 miles 947.8 km · straight line
706.7 miles estimated 1137.4 km · driving distance
14h 13min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is Fort Dodge from Parker?

The distance from Fort Dodge to Parker is 588.9 miles (947.8 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located WSW of Fort Dodge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 706.7 miles, taking about 14h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Fort Dodge in Iowa and Parker in Colorado.

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 Fort Dodge and Parker. 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 Fort Dodge to Parker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 13min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 4min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 29min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Dodge & Parker

Quick Facts

Fort Dodge
42.50°N, 94.17°W
America/Chicago
340m elevation
Parker
39.52°N, 104.76°W
America/Denver
1789m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients