How far is Camden, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Camden, AL to Dothan, AL is about 142.4 miles (229.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Camden and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden and Dothan.
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Start on Union Street
68 m · 16 sec · Union Street
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Turn left onto Claiborne Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Claiborne Street
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Continue straight
44.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Commerce Street
95 m · 7 sec · East Commerce Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Commerce Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Commerce Street
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Continue on Luverne Highway
11.4 mi · 17 min · Luverne Highway
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Continue on Greenville Highway
6.7 mi · 10 min · Greenville Highway
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Continue on Lee Street
3.2 mi · 5 min · Lee Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Montgomery Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Montgomery Highway
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Continue on West 3rd Street
2922 ft · 53 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Forest Avenue
2.3 mi · 3 min · Forest Avenue
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Continue on Brantley Highway
6 mi · 9 min · Brantley Highway
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Continue on North Main Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Elba Highway
12.9 mi · 23 min · Elba Highway
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Continue on Claxton Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Claxton Avenue
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Turn left onto By Pass Street
16.7 mi · 20 min · By Pass Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
3050 ft · 53 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on East Park Avenue
7.9 mi · 10 min · East Park Avenue
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Continue straight
21.1 mi · 30 min
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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 Camden and Dothan.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Claiborne Street
Continue straight
44.3 mi · 01h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Camden and Partly Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Camden to Dothan?
The road trip is about 142.4 miles (229.2 km) and usually takes 02h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Luverne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71 miles from Camden and 71.4 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.05 one way or $38.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Camden and Partly Sunny near Dothan.
Stop Ideas Near Luverne
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Luverne.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Camden and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 123.75 mi (199.16 km).
#1 Camden
City in Wilcox County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,694 |
| Coordinates | 31.9909800, -87.2905500 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| 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: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.05 | $38.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.42 | $42.85 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.26 | $46.53 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.24 | $54.47 |
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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