How far is Dothan, AL from Fairfield, AL?
The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Fairfield, AL is about 89.7 miles (144.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dothan and Fairfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan and Fairfield.
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Start on East Main Street
21.4 mi · 30 min · East Main Street
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Continue straight
7.7 mi · 10 min
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Turn straight onto South Main Street
3002 ft · 52 sec · South Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street
4.2 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Continue straight
26.4 mi · 30 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue on East Stewart Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · East Stewart Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1868 ft · 31 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Cummings Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · West Cummings Avenue
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Continue straight
1741 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
12.7 mi · 15 min
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Continue on River Falls Street
616 ft · 14 sec · River Falls Street
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Continue on Western Bypass
1.7 mi · 3 min · Western Bypass
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Turn right onto Brooklyn Road
9.3 mi · 22 min · Brooklyn Road
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Turn right onto Judge Smith Road
13 m · 1 sec · Judge Smith Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Judge Smith Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dothan and Fairfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Main Street
Continue straight
26.4 mi · 00h 30m
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 Dothan and Partly Sunny near Fairfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dothan to Fairfield?
The road trip is about 89.7 miles (144.3 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Elba is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.8 miles from Dothan and 44.9 miles from Fairfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 2:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.97 one way or $23.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Dothan and Partly Sunny near Fairfield.
Stop Ideas Near Elba
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 Elba.
Montgomery, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dothan and Fairfield. Straight-line distance: 74.17 mi (119.36 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 Fairfield
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 10,457 |
| Coordinates | 31.2518400, -86.6455200 |
| Altitude | 58 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairfield (-86.64552, 31.25184)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.62 | $29.23 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.11 | $34.22 |
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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