How far is Phenix City, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Phenix City, AL to Dothan, AL is about 98.3 miles (158.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Phenix City and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phenix City and Dothan.
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Start on Broad Street
2528 ft · 50 sec · Broad Street
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Continue on General Colin Powell Parkway
581 ft · 12 sec · General Colin Powell Parkway
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Turn slight right onto Martin Luther King Jr Parkway North
3.6 mi · 5 min · Martin Luther King Jr Parkway North
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Continue on Old Seale Highway
42.5 mi · 52 min · Old Seale Highway
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Continue on South Eufaula Avenue
13 mi · 18 min · South Eufaula Avenue
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
9.2 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight left
48 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
63 m · 6 sec · Montgomery Highway
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Continue on North Oates Street
2191 ft · 59 sec · North Oates Street
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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 Phenix City 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.
Old Seale Highway
Continue on Old Seale Highway
42.5 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Phenix City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Phenix City to Dothan?
The road trip is about 98.3 miles (158.2 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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 49.1 miles from Phenix City and 49.2 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.14 one way or $26.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Phenix City and Dothan, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Phenix City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Phenix City and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 89.19 mi (143.54 km).
#1 Phenix City
City in Alabama
| Population | 36,487 |
| Coordinates | 32.4709800, -85.0007700 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| 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: 158 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.78 | $29.56 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.79 | $37.58 |
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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