How far is Midland City, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Midland City, AL to Dothan, AL is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9 miles (14.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 34m 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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Town in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Midland City and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midland City and Dothan.
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Start on Kelly Avenue
532 ft · 18 sec · Kelly Avenue
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
750 ft · 17 sec · 3rd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
1768 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto County Road 59
3149 ft · 1 min · County Road 59
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Turn left
2 mi · 2 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 Midland City 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.
County Road 59
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6.24 mi · 00h 11m
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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Midland City and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Midland City to Dothan?
The road trip is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km) and usually takes 00h 17m 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 5 miles from Midland City and 4.7 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9 miles (14.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.29 one way or $2.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Midland City and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Midland City and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 9 mi (14.49 km).
#1 Midland City
Town in Alabama
| Population | 2,377 |
| Coordinates | 31.3190600, -85.4938200 |
| Altitude | 115 |
| 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: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $1.29 | $2.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.45 | $2.90 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.57 | $3.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.84 | $3.68 |
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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