How far is Dothan, AL from Valley, AL?
The driving distance from Dothan, AL to Valley, AL is about 128.7 miles (207.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dothan and Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan and Valley.
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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
14.3 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 208: Valley, Huguley
1133 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto Fob James Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · Fob James Drive
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Turn left onto 23rd Boulevard West
824 ft · 40 sec · 23rd Boulevard West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 55th Street West
1174 ft · 52 sec · 55th Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 55th Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dothan and Valley.
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
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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.
Sunny leaving Dothan and Sunny near Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dothan to Valley?
The road trip is about 128.7 miles (207.1 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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 64.4 miles from Dothan and 64.2 miles from Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 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 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.19 one way or $34.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dothan and Sunny near Valley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dothan and Valley. Straight-line distance: 110.93 mi (178.53 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 Valley
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 9,077 |
| Coordinates | 32.8187400, -85.1793900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: Valley (-85.17939, 32.81874)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.19 | $34.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.34 | $38.67 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.00 | $42.00 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.58 | $49.17 |
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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