Fort Dodge to Winona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

166.4 miles 267.8 km · straight line
208 miles estimated 334.8 km · driving distance
4h 11min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
49° NE bearing direction

How far is Fort Dodge from Winona?

The distance from Fort Dodge to Winona is 166.4 miles (267.8 km) as the crow flies. Winona is located NE of Fort Dodge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 208 miles, taking about 4h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Fort Dodge in Iowa and Winona in Minnesota.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Dodge and Winona. 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 Winona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 11min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 1min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Dodge & Winona

Quick Facts

Fort Dodge
42.50°N, 94.17°W
America/Chicago
340m elevation
Winona
44.05°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients