How far is Dothan, AL from Clio, AL?

The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Clio, AL is about 48.7 miles (78.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36 miles (57.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m 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
48.72 mi
01h 06m
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
48.72 mi
Kilometers
78.4 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Clio
Fri, Apr 10, 4:27 PM CDT
Return by in Dothan
Fri, Apr 10, 5:34 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dothan
2026-04-10T15:20
Arrive Clio
Fri, Apr 10, 4:27 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:07 AM to 11:07 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:16 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dothan
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 Dothan
24.4 mi
00h 33m
To Clio
24.4 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph ENE
Destination
79°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    34 m · 6 sec · East Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street

    1658 ft · 53 sec · North Saint Andrews Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Burdeshaw Street

    703 ft · 23 sec · East Burdeshaw Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North Oates Street

    3032 ft · 1 min · North Oates Street

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Reeves Street

    7.9 mi · 11 min · Reeves Street

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    1403 ft · 18 sec

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    16.2 mi · 19 min

  9. 9

    Turn left

    21.8 mi · 32 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Elamville Street

    4 m · 1 sec · Elamville Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Elamville Street

Car Route Details

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

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
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Reeves Street
25.8 mi · 53%
North Oates Street
0.57 mi · 1%
North Saint Andrews Street
0.31 mi · 1%
East Burdeshaw Street
0.13 mi
East Main Street
0.02 mi
Elamville Street
0 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

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
01h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.7 mi
36 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Abbeville
00h 33m from Dothan
Leave By
4:16 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Dothan and Sunny near Clio.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Dothan to Clio?

The road trip is about 48.7 miles (78.4 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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 Dothan and 24.4 miles from Clio.

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 12.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:16 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 Sunny around Dothan and Sunny near Clio.

Flight Path Map

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

Dothan

#1 Dothan

The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.

Population69,414
Coordinates31.2232300, -85.3904900
Altitude98
CountryUnited States
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#2 Clio

City in Barbour County, Alabama, United States

Population1,268
Coordinates31.7087800, -85.6105000
Altitude160
CountryUnited States
Start: Dothan (-85.39049, 31.22323)
End: Clio (-85.6105, 31.70878)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 78 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
6.51 L · about $6.51
Round trip
$13.03
3.44 gal · 13.02 L
Estimated CO2
15.3 kg one way
Round trip: 30.6 kg / 67 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/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 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Dothan and Clio. The current time is 15:20:51.

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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.