How far is Lanett, AL from Dothan, AL?

The driving distance from Lanett, AL to Dothan, AL is about 134 miles (215.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 02m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
134.05 mi
02h 31m
Flight
114.29 mi
183.94 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
114.29 mi
Kilometers
183.94 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
134.05 mi
Kilometers
215.73 km
Drive Time
02h 31m

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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 02h 31m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dothan
Wed, Apr 15, 6:02 PM CDT
Return by in Lanett
Wed, Apr 15, 8:33 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lanett
2026-04-15T15:30
Arrive Dothan
Wed, Apr 15, 6:02 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:31 AM to 12:31 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:28 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lanett
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
Eufaula
AL

City in Alabama

From Lanett
65.6 mi
01h 15m
To Dothan
68.5 mi
01h 15m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW
Destination
87°F
Wednesday

Patchy Fog then Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Lanier Avenue

    34 m · 5 sec · North Lanier Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on North Lanier Avenue

    119 m · 22 sec · North Lanier Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 2nd Street South

    1034 ft · 47 sec · 2nd Street South

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South Gilmer Avenue

    1.3 km · 2 min · South Gilmer Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on Broad Avenue

    2938 ft · 50 sec · Broad Avenue

  6. 6

    Take the ramp straight toward I-85 South: Montgomery

    1737 ft · 42 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    18 mi · 19 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward AL 51, AL 169: Opelika, Hurtsboro

    1614 ft · 44 sec

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Marvyn Parkway

    1 km · 1 min · Marvyn Parkway

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Crawford Road

    16.1 mi · 25 min · Crawford Road

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    2909 ft · 56 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right

    9.7 mi · 17 min

  13. 13

    Turn right

    32.4 mi · 40 min

  14. 14

    Continue on South Eufaula Avenue

    13 mi · 18 min · South Eufaula Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    3.4 mi · 4 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    1.9 mi · 2 min

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    2.2 mi · 3 min

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    3.2 mi · 4 min

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    17.2 mi · 20 min

  20. 20

    Continue straight

    9.2 mi · 12 min

  21. 21

    Keep slight left

    48 m · 8 sec

  22. 22

    Turn left onto Montgomery Highway

    63 m · 4 sec · Montgomery Highway

  23. 23

    Continue on North Oates Street

    2191 ft · 59 sec · North Oates Street

  24. 24

    Turn left onto West Powell Street

    703 ft · 23 sec · West Powell Street

  25. 25

    Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street

    2494 ft · 1 min · North Saint Andrews Street

  26. 26

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    34 m · 3 sec · East Main Street

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
27 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Eufaula Avenue
50.2 mi · 37%
I-85 South
18.3 mi · 14%
Crawford Road
16.6 mi · 12%
South Gilmer Avenue
0.83 mi · 1%
Marvyn Parkway
0.64 mi
Broad Avenue
0.56 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn right

32.4 mi · 00h 40m

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
02h 31m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.7 mi
114.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Eufaula
01h 15m from Lanett
Leave By
1:28 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Lanett and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Dothan.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 134 miles (215.7 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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 65.6 miles from Lanett and 68.5 miles from Dothan.

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

The direct path is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:28 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.91 one way or $35.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lanett and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Dothan.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lanett and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 114.29 mi (183.94 km).

Lanett

#1 Lanett

City in Chambers County, Alabama, United States

Population6,054
Coordinates32.8687400, -85.1905000
Altitude180
CountryUnited States
Dothan

#2 Dothan

The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.

Population69,414
Coordinates31.2232300, -85.3904900
Altitude98
CountryUnited States
Start: North Lanier Avenue (-85.190562, 32.868783)
End: East Main Street (-85.390469, 31.223396)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 216 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 21m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 14m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.73 gal
17.91 L · about $17.91
Round trip
$35.83
9.46 gal · 35.82 L
Estimated CO2
42 kg one way
Round trip: 84.1 kg / 185 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $17.91 $35.83
Mid-grade $4.26 $20.15 $40.29
Premium $4.63 $21.88 $43.75
Diesel $5.42 $25.61 $51.23

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 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Lanett and Dothan. The current time is 15:30:54.

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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.