How far is Monroeville, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Monroeville, AL to Dothan, AL is about 141.8 miles (228.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116 miles (186.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Covington County, Alabama, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monroeville and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroeville and Dothan.
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Start on Pineville Road
809 ft · 24 sec · Pineville Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Claiborne Street
36 m · 4 sec · East Claiborne Street
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Turn right onto South Alabama Avenue
4.1 mi · 7 min · South Alabama Avenue
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Turn left
3048 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
22.4 mi · 25 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
29.3 mi · 36 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
12.7 mi · 16 min · Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue on West Cummings Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · West Cummings Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1998 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Stewart Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · East Stewart Avenue
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Continue straight
30.5 mi · 36 min
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Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
3050 ft · 53 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on East Park Avenue
7.9 mi · 10 min · East Park Avenue
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Continue straight
21.1 mi · 30 min
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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 Monroeville 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.
East Stewart Avenue
Continue straight
30.5 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Monroeville and Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monroeville to Dothan?
The road trip is about 141.8 miles (228.2 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Babbie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.1 miles from Monroeville and 72.6 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116 miles (186.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.94 one way or $37.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Monroeville and Sunny near Dothan.
Stop Ideas Near Babbie
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Babbie.
Montgomery, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monroeville and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 116.02 mi (186.72 km).
#1 Monroeville
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 5,623 |
| Coordinates | 31.5279400, -87.3247100 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| 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: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $18.94 | $37.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.30 | $42.59 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.13 | $46.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.08 | $54.15 |
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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