How far is Geneva, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Geneva, AL to Dothan, AL is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Geneva County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Geneva and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Geneva and Dothan.
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Start on East Town Avenue
18 m · 7 sec · East Town Avenue
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Turn left onto South Commerce Street
3041 ft · 1 min · South Commerce Street
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Turn right onto East Maple Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Maple Avenue
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Continue on Maple Street
9.5 mi · 14 min · Maple Street
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Continue on Mill Street
8.1 mi · 12 min · Mill Street
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Continue on East White Street
4.9 mi · 7 min · East White Street
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Continue on Hartford Highway
6.7 mi · 10 min · Hartford Highway
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Turn right onto Fortner Street
1 mi · 3 min · Fortner Street
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Continue on West Lafayette Street
2285 ft · 2 min · West Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto South Saint Andrews Street
1492 ft · 49 sec · South Saint Andrews Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
34 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Geneva and Dothan.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Maple Street
Continue on Maple Street
9.54 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Geneva and Partly Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Geneva to Dothan?
The road trip is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Slocomb is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.7 miles from Geneva and 17.2 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.54 one way or $9.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Geneva and Partly Sunny near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Geneva and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 30.93 mi (49.77 km).
#1 Geneva
Town in Alabama
| Population | 4,262 |
| Coordinates | 31.0329600, -85.8638200 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dothan
The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.
| Population | 69,414 |
| Coordinates | 31.2232300, -85.3904900 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-85.390469, 31.223396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $4.54 | $9.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.55 | $11.10 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.50 | $13.00 |
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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