How far is Clio, AL from Dothan, AL?

The driving distance from Clio, AL to Dothan, AL is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36 miles (57.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
48.8 mi
00h 55m
Flight
35.96 mi
57.88 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
35.96 mi
Kilometers
57.88 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
48.8 mi
Kilometers
78.53 km
Drive Time
00h 55m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dothan
Wed, Apr 22, 9:01 PM CDT
Return by in Clio
Wed, Apr 22, 9:56 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Clio
2026-04-22T20:06
Arrive Dothan
Wed, Apr 22, 9:01 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:55 AM to 10:55 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:40 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Clio
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Abbeville
AL

City in Henry County, Alabama, USA

From Clio
24.4 mi
00h 27m
To Dothan
24.4 mi
00h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
83°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Clio and Dothan.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clio and Dothan.

  1. 1

    Start on Elamville Street

    4 m · 1 sec · Elamville Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Blue Springs Street

    21.8 mi · 32 min · Blue Springs Street

  3. 3

    Turn right

    16.6 mi · 19 min

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    9.2 mi · 12 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    48 m · 8 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Montgomery Highway

    63 m · 4 sec · Montgomery Highway

  7. 7

    Continue on North Oates Street

    2191 ft · 59 sec · North Oates Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto West Powell Street

    703 ft · 23 sec · West Powell Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street

    2494 ft · 1 min · North Saint Andrews Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    34 m · 3 sec · East Main Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Clio and Dothan.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Blue Springs Street
31 mi · 64%
North Saint Andrews Street
0.47 mi · 1%
North Oates Street
0.42 mi · 1%
West Powell Street
0.13 mi
Montgomery Highway
0.04 mi
East Main Street
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

Blue Springs Street

Turn right onto Blue Springs Street

21.8 mi · 00h 32m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 55m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.8 mi
36 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Abbeville
00h 27m from Clio
Leave By
4:40 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Clio 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 Clio to Dothan?

The road trip is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?

Abbeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Clio and 24.4 miles from Dothan.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 36 miles (57.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 4:40 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.51 one way or $13.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clio and Partly Sunny near Dothan.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Clio and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 35.96 mi (57.88 km).

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#1 Clio

City in Barbour County, Alabama, United States

Population1,268
Coordinates31.7087800, -85.6105000
Altitude160
CountryUnited States
Dothan

#2 Dothan

The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.

Population69,414
Coordinates31.2232300, -85.3904900
Altitude98
CountryUnited States
Start: Blue Springs Street (-85.610458, 31.708803)
End: East Main Street (-85.390469, 31.223396)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 79 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.72 gal
6.52 L · about $6.51
Round trip
$13.03
3.44 gal · 13.04 L
Estimated CO2
15.3 kg one way
Round trip: 30.6 kg / 67 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $6.51 $13.03
Mid-grade $4.26 $7.33 $14.65
Premium $4.63 $7.96 $15.91
Diesel $5.42 $9.31 $18.63

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alabama · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Clio and Dothan. The current time is 20:06:11.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.