How far is Dothan, AL from Opp, AL?

The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Opp, AL is about 62.5 miles (100.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
62.49 mi
01h 20m
Flight
51.26 mi
82.49 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
51.26 mi
Kilometers
82.49 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
62.49 mi
Kilometers
100.56 km
Drive Time
01h 20m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Opp
Thu, Apr 23, 12:33 AM CDT
Return by in Dothan
Thu, Apr 23, 1:53 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dothan
2026-04-22T23:13
Arrive Opp
Thu, Apr 23, 12:33 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:20 AM to 11:20 AM CDT

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

Leave by
3:50 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
Enterprise
AL

City in Coffee County, Alabama, United States

From Dothan
31.2 mi
00h 40m
To Opp
31.3 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSE
Destination
82°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    21.4 mi · 30 min · East Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    7.7 mi · 10 min

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto South Main Street

    3002 ft · 52 sec · South Main Street

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street

    4.2 mi · 5 min · North Main Street

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    26.4 mi · 30 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  7. 7

    Continue on East Stewart Avenue

    1.1 km · 1 min · East Stewart Avenue

  8. 8

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    1273 ft · 27 sec · North Main Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto West Hart Avenue

    24 m · 4 sec · West Hart Avenue

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Hart Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
10 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
32.2 mi · 52%
East Main Street
29 mi · 46%
East Stewart Avenue
0.68 mi · 1%
South Main Street
0.57 mi · 1%
West Hart Avenue
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

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 20m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.2 mi
51.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Enterprise
00h 40m from Dothan
Leave By
3:50 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Dothan and Partly Sunny near Opp.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 62.5 miles (100.6 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?

Enterprise is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.2 miles from Dothan and 31.3 miles from Opp.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 3:50 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.37 one way or $16.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Dothan and Partly Sunny near Opp.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dothan and Opp. Straight-line distance: 51.26 mi (82.49 km).

Dothan

#1 Dothan

The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.

Population69,414
Coordinates31.2232300, -85.3904900
Altitude98
CountryUnited States
Opp

#2 Opp

City in Covington County, Alabama, United States

Population6,313
Coordinates31.2826700, -86.2555100
Altitude103
CountryUnited States
Start: Dothan (-85.39049, 31.22323)
End: Opp (-86.25551, 31.28267)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 101 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 14m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 53m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.21 gal
8.35 L · about $8.37
Round trip
$16.74
4.42 gal · 16.7 L
Estimated CO2
19.6 kg one way
Round trip: 39.3 kg / 87 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $8.37 $16.74
Mid-grade $4.26 $9.41 $18.82
Premium $4.63 $10.22 $20.44
Diesel $5.42 $11.97 $23.93

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Dothan and Opp. The current time is 23:13:20.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.