How far is Kinsey, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Kinsey, AL to Dothan, AL is about 7 miles (11.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.9 miles (9.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 23m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kinsey and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kinsey and Dothan.
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Start on Walden Drive
22 m · 9 sec · Walden Drive
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Turn left onto Broad Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Broad Street
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Turn left onto Old Highway 431
1356 ft · 39 sec · Old Highway 431
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Turn slight left onto Reeves Street
4.8 mi · 7 min · Reeves Street
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Keep slight left
48 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
63 m · 4 sec · Montgomery Highway
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Continue on North Oates Street
2191 ft · 59 sec · North Oates Street
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Turn left onto West Powell Street
703 ft · 23 sec · West Powell Street
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Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
2494 ft · 1 min · North Saint Andrews Street
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Turn left 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 Kinsey 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.
Reeves Street
Turn slight left onto Reeves Street
4.84 mi · 00h 07m
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.
Sunny leaving Kinsey and Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kinsey to Dothan?
The road trip is about 7 miles (11.2 km) and usually takes 00h 11m 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?
Grimes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.5 miles from Kinsey and 3.5 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.9 miles (9.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 8:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.95 one way or $1.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kinsey and Sunny near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kinsey and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 5.9 mi (9.5 km).
#1 Kinsey
Human settlement in Houston County, Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 2,293 |
| Coordinates | 31.2990600, -85.3443800 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| 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: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.95 | $1.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.16 | $2.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.35 | $2.71 |
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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