How far is Point Clear, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Point Clear, AL to Dothan, AL is about 187.6 miles (301.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.7 miles (255.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 41m 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 20m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Point Clear and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Point Clear and Dothan.
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Start on Scenic Highway 98
714 ft · 18 sec · Scenic Highway 98
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Turn left onto County Road 32
2.9 mi · 7 min · County Road 32
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward County Road 32
42 m · 3 sec · County Road 32
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Exit the roundabout onto County Road 32
1 mi · 3 min · County Road 32
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Turn left onto AL 181
4.9 mi · 7 min · AL 181
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Continue straight
581 ft · 11 sec
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Continue on AL 181
7.9 mi · 11 min · AL 181
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Continue straight
144 m · 8 sec
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Take the ramp slight right
1125 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
146.6 mi · 2 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 77: Chipley, Panama City
1744 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
3.2 mi · 7 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Glenwood Avenue
14.5 mi · 20 min · Glenwood Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
122 m · 8 sec
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Continue straight
13.2 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn slight right onto South Saint Andrews Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · South Saint Andrews Street
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Turn right 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 Point Clear and Dothan.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
AL 181
Merge slight left
147 mi · 02h 38m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Point Clear and 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 Point Clear to Dothan?
The road trip is about 187.6 miles (301.9 km) and usually takes 03h 20m 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?
Lockhart is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100.5 miles from Point Clear and 87.1 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.7 miles (255.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 10:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.07 one way or $50.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Point Clear and Showers And Thunderstorms near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Point Clear and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 158.67 mi (255.36 km).
#1 Point Clear
Unincorporated community in Alabama
| Population | 2,125 |
| Coordinates | 30.4740800, -87.9191600 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| 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: 302 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $25.07 | $50.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.19 | $56.39 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.62 | $61.24 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.85 | $71.69 |
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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