How far is Roanoke, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Roanoke, AL to Dothan, AL is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 11m 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 05m.
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Town in Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roanoke and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke and Dothan.
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Start on Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right
43.4 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Turn left onto Columbus Parkway
1.3 km · 1 min · Columbus Parkway
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Turn right onto South Uniroyal Road
694 ft · 19 sec · South Uniroyal Road
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Continue on South Uniroyal Road
3 mi · 5 min · South Uniroyal Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
13.4 mi · 22 min
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Continue straight
2909 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right
9.7 mi · 17 min
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Turn right
32.4 mi · 40 min
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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 · 4 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 Roanoke 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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
43.4 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Sunny leaving Roanoke and Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roanoke to Dothan?
The road trip is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?
Hurtsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.9 miles from Roanoke and 81.5 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.28 one way or $42.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Roanoke and Sunny near Dothan.
Stop Ideas Near Hurtsboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hurtsboro.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roanoke and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 133.22 mi (214.39 km).
#1 Roanoke
City in Randolph County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 5,940 |
| Coordinates | 33.1512300, -85.3721700 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| 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: 256 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $21.28 | $42.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.94 | $47.87 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.99 | $51.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.43 | $60.86 |
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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