How far is Lincoln, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Lincoln, AL to Dothan, AL is about 196.2 miles (315.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 170.5 miles (274.4 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 41m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The capital of Alabama.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lincoln and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln and Dothan.
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Start on 1st Avenue
68 m · 15 sec · 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto Magnolia Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Magnolia Street
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Turn right
10.1 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto Western Bypass
22.7 mi · 26 min · Western Bypass
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Continue on Rockford Highway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Rockford Highway
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
54.6 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn left
7.6 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Troy Highway
34.7 mi · 41 min · Troy Highway
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Continue straight
7.7 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
546 ft · 9 sec
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Continue straight
2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
7.6 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
38.4 mi · 47 min
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Continue straight
6.2 mi · 11 min
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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 Lincoln and Dothan.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Broadway Avenue
Continue on Broadway Avenue
54.6 mi · 01h 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.
Sunny leaving Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Dothan?
The road trip is about 196.2 miles (315.7 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?
Montgomery is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.5 miles from Lincoln and 98.7 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 170.5 miles (274.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.7 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 $26.21 one way or $52.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lincoln and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Dothan.
Stop Ideas Near Montgomery
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Montgomery.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lincoln and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 170.5 mi (274.39 km).
#1 Lincoln
City in Talladega County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 6,326 |
| Coordinates | 33.6131600, -86.1183100 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| 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: 316 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 26m |
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 | $26.21 | $52.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $29.47 | $58.94 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.01 | $64.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $37.47 | $74.94 |
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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