How far is Dothan, AL from Daphne, AL?
The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Daphne, AL is about 191.4 miles (308.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155 miles (249.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dothan and Daphne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan and Daphne.
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Start on East Main Street
34 m · 12 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Saint Andrews Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · South Saint Andrews Street
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Turn left onto South Oates Street
17.3 mi · 21 min · South Oates Street
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Continue straight
122 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
14.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
3 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 West: Pensacola
2486 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
149.9 mi · 2 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90, US 98: Daphne-Fairhope, Spanish Fort
1809 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
63 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Old Spanish Trail
1194 ft · 34 sec · Old Spanish Trail
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Continue on US Highway 98
2.9 mi · 5 min · US Highway 98
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Turn right onto Santa Rosa Avenue
48 m · 14 sec · Santa Rosa Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Belrose Avenue
83 m · 12 sec · Belrose Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Belrose Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dothan and Daphne.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 West
Merge slight left
150 mi · 02h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Dothan and Showers And Thunderstorms near Daphne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dothan to Daphne?
The road trip is about 191.4 miles (308.1 km) and usually takes 03h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lockhart is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.6 miles from Dothan and 95.8 miles from Daphne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155 miles (249.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.56 one way or $51.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Dothan and Showers And Thunderstorms near Daphne.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dothan and Daphne. Straight-line distance: 155 mi (249.45 km).
#1 Dothan
The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.
| Population | 69,414 |
| Coordinates | 31.2232300, -85.3904900 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Daphne
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 27,719 |
| Coordinates | 30.6035300, -87.9036000 |
| Altitude | 49 |
| Country | United States |
End: Daphne (-87.9036, 30.60353)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 308 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 23m |
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 | $25.56 | $51.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.75 | $57.50 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $31.22 | $62.44 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.55 | $73.10 |
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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