How far is Dothan, AL from Lanett, AL?
The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Lanett, AL is about 130.2 miles (209.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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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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 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dothan and Lanett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan and Lanett.
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Start on East Main Street
34 m · 6 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
1658 ft · 53 sec · North Saint Andrews Street
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Turn left onto East Burdeshaw Street
703 ft · 23 sec · East Burdeshaw Street
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Turn right onto North Oates Street
3032 ft · 1 min · North Oates Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Reeves Street
7.9 mi · 11 min · Reeves Street
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Continue straight
1403 ft · 18 sec
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
20 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
12.1 mi · 17 min
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Continue on North Eufaula Avenue
32.4 mi · 40 min · North Eufaula Avenue
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Turn left
9.7 mi · 17 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
2852 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right
13.5 mi · 22 min
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Turn right onto South Uniroyal Road
3 mi · 5 min · South Uniroyal Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Uniroyal Road
694 ft · 20 sec · South Uniroyal Road
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Turn left onto Columbus Parkway
3275 ft · 56 sec · Columbus Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North, US 29 North: Atlanta
993 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
16.7 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 29: Lannett, Valley
1414 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 29 North: Lannett
34 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Broad Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Broad Avenue
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Continue on South Gilmer Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · South Gilmer Avenue
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Turn left onto 2nd Street South
1034 ft · 47 sec · 2nd Street South
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Turn right onto South 4th Avenue
153 m · 22 sec · South 4th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Lanier Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dothan and Lanett.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Eufaula Avenue
Continue on North Eufaula Avenue
32.4 mi · 00h 40m
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 Lanett.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dothan to Lanett?
The road trip is about 130.2 miles (209.5 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Eufaula is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.2 miles from Dothan and 65 miles from Lanett.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.38 one way or $34.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Dothan and Sunny near Lanett.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dothan and Lanett. Straight-line distance: 114.29 mi (183.94 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 Lanett
City in Chambers County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 6,054 |
| Coordinates | 32.8687400, -85.1905000 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lanett (-85.1905, 32.86874)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 210 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.38 | $34.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.55 | $39.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.85 | $49.71 |
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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