How far is Opp, AL from Dothan, AL?

The driving distance from Opp, AL to Dothan, AL is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
56.35 mi
01h 07m
Flight
51.26 mi
82.49 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
51.26 mi
Kilometers
82.49 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
56.35 mi
Kilometers
90.69 km
Drive Time
01h 07m

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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 01h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dothan
Wed, Apr 22, 9:14 PM CDT
Return by in Opp
Wed, Apr 22, 10:22 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Opp
2026-04-22T20:07
Arrive Dothan
Wed, Apr 22, 9:14 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:08 AM to 11:08 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:14 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Opp
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
Enterprise
AL

City in Coffee County, Alabama, United States

From Opp
31.2 mi
00h 33m
To Dothan
25.2 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
83°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West Hart Avenue

    24 m · 6 sec · West Hart Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    1273 ft · 23 sec · North Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Stewart Avenue

    2 mi · 3 min · East Stewart Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    30.5 mi · 36 min

  5. 5

    Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street

    3050 ft · 53 sec · South Main Street

  6. 6

    Continue on East Park Avenue

    7.9 mi · 10 min · East Park Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    21.1 mi · 30 min

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Opp 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
8 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Stewart Avenue
32.6 mi · 58%
East Park Avenue
29.1 mi · 52%
South Main Street
0.58 mi · 1%
North Main Street
0.24 mi
West Hart Avenue
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

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
01h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.1 mi
51.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Enterprise
00h 33m from Opp
Leave By
4:14 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Opp and Partly Sunny near Dothan.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?

Enterprise is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.2 miles from Opp and 25.2 miles from Dothan.

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

The direct path is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.54 one way or $15.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Opp and Partly Sunny near Dothan.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Opp and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 51.26 mi (82.49 km).

Opp

#1 Opp

City in Covington County, Alabama, United States

Population6,313
Coordinates31.2826700, -86.2555100
Altitude103
CountryUnited States
Dothan

#2 Dothan

The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama.

Population69,414
Coordinates31.2232300, -85.3904900
Altitude98
CountryUnited States
Start: West Hart Avenue (-86.255511, 31.282656)
End: East Main Street (-85.390469, 31.223396)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 91 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 52m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.99 gal
7.53 L · about $7.54
Round trip
$15.07
3.98 gal · 15.06 L
Estimated CO2
17.7 kg one way
Round trip: 35.4 kg / 78 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $7.54 $15.07
Mid-grade $4.26 $8.48 $16.95
Premium $4.63 $9.20 $18.41
Diesel $5.42 $10.78 $21.55

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Opp and Dothan. The current time is 20:07:01.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.