How far is Abbeville, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Abbeville, AL to Dothan, AL is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.5 miles (41 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Abbeville and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abbeville and Dothan.
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Start on West Washington Street
27 m · 6 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn right onto Kirkland Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Kirkland Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Ozark Road
2 mi · 3 min · Ozark Road
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Turn left
13.9 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
9.2 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight left
48 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
63 m · 6 sec · Montgomery Highway
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Continue on North Oates Street
2191 ft · 59 sec · North Oates Street
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Turn left onto West Powell Street
703 ft · 23 sec · West Powell Street
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Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
2494 ft · 1 min · North Saint Andrews Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
34 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Abbeville and Dothan.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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13.9 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Abbeville and Chance Rain Showers near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Abbeville to Dothan?
The road trip is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Newville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Abbeville and 13.6 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.5 miles (41 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.64 one way or $7.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Abbeville and Chance Rain Showers near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Abbeville and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 25.46 mi (40.98 km).
#1 Abbeville
City in Henry County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 2,553 |
| Coordinates | 31.5718400, -85.2504900 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dothan
The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.
| Population | 69,414 |
| Coordinates | 31.2232300, -85.3904900 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-85.390469, 31.223396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.64 | $7.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.09 | $8.18 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.44 | $8.88 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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