How far is Dothan, AL from Fort Deposit, AL?
The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Fort Deposit, AL is about 113.3 miles (182.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.5 miles (140.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 24m 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 42m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dothan and Fort Deposit.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan and Fort Deposit.
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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
12.5 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto North Claxton Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Claxton Avenue
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Continue on Brantly Highway
12.9 mi · 23 min · Brantly Highway
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Brantley Highway
6 mi · 9 min · Brantley Highway
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Continue on Forest Avenue
2.3 mi · 3 min · Forest Avenue
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
2922 ft · 49 sec · West 3rd Street
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Continue on Montgomery Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Montgomery Highway
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Turn left
21.7 mi · 32 min
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Turn right onto Greenville Bypass
2.6 mi · 4 min · Greenville Bypass
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Turn right onto Fort Dale Road
157 m · 14 sec · Fort Dale Road
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Take the ramp right
1037 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 185: Fort Deposit, Logan
1265 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left
32 m · 4 sec
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Turn left onto State Route 185
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Route 185
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Turn straight onto Old Fort Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Old Fort Road
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Turn left onto Pollard Street
1028 ft · 45 sec · Pollard Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pollard Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dothan and Fort Deposit.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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21.7 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Dothan and Sunny near Fort Deposit.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dothan to Fort Deposit?
The road trip is about 113.3 miles (182.4 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Brantley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.7 miles from Dothan and 56.7 miles from Fort Deposit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.5 miles (140.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 1:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.15 one way or $30.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Dothan and Sunny near Fort Deposit.
Stop Ideas Near Brantley
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dothan and Fort Deposit. Straight-line distance: 87.5 mi (140.81 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 Fort Deposit
Town
| Population | 1,145 |
| Coordinates | 31.9845900, -86.5785900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Deposit (-86.57859, 31.98459)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.15 | $30.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.04 | $34.07 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.50 | $37.00 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.66 | $43.32 |
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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