How far is Robertsdale, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Robertsdale, AL to Dothan, AL is about 184.5 miles (296.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.2 miles (233.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
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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City in Covington County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Robertsdale and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Robertsdale and Dothan.
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Start on Pennsylvania Street
1097 ft · 40 sec · Pennsylvania Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Chicago Street
1.1 km · 2 min · East Chicago Street
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Turn right onto Old Spanish Trail
17 mi · 23 min · Old Spanish Trail
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Continue on Mobile Highway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Mobile Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on West Nine Mile Road
4.3 mi · 7 min · West Nine Mile Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
2076 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
113.7 mi · 2 hr 3 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
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 Robertsdale and Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Robertsdale to Dothan?
The road trip is about 184.5 miles (296.9 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Florala is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.9 miles from Robertsdale and 96.6 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.2 miles (233.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.3 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.65 one way or $49.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Robertsdale and Sunny near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Robertsdale and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 145.21 mi (233.69 km).
#1 Robertsdale
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 7,030 |
| Coordinates | 30.5538000, -87.7119300 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| 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: 297 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $24.65 | $49.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.73 | $55.45 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.11 | $60.22 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.25 | $70.50 |
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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