How far is Dothan, AL from Summerdale, AL?
The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Summerdale, AL is about 179.8 miles (289.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.1 miles (235.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 23m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 41m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Covington County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dothan and Summerdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan and Summerdale.
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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
113.5 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90 Alternate
841 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left onto West Nine Mile Road
4.6 mi · 8 min · West Nine Mile Road
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Continue on Mobile Highway
2.6 mi · 3 min · Mobile Highway
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Continue on Old Spanish Trail
14.2 mi · 19 min · Old Spanish Trail
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Turn left onto Baldwin Beach Expressway
4.5 mi · 6 min · Baldwin Beach Expressway
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Turn right onto County Road 36
1.5 mi · 4 min · County Road 36
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Continue on East Greenwood Road
2713 ft · 1 min · East Greenwood Road
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Turn left onto Northwest 1st Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Northwest 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Jackson Avenue
87 m · 15 sec · East Jackson Avenue
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Turn right onto Northeast 1st Street
72 m · 10 sec · Northeast 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northeast 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dothan and Summerdale.
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
113 mi · 02h 02m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Dothan and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Summerdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dothan to Summerdale?
The road trip is about 179.8 miles (289.3 km) and usually takes 03h 41m 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?
Florala is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.9 miles from Dothan and 89.9 miles from Summerdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.1 miles (235.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.7 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 9:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.01 one way or $48.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Dothan and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Summerdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dothan and Summerdale. Straight-line distance: 146.09 mi (235.11 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 Summerdale
Town
| Population | 1,792 |
| Coordinates | 30.4877000, -87.6997100 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Summerdale (-87.69971, 30.4877)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $24.01 | $48.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.00 | $54.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.32 | $58.64 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.33 | $68.66 |
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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