How far is Samson, AL from Dothan, AL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Samson and Dothan is 39.5 miles (63.57 km).
Flight distance from Samson, AL to Dothan, AL is 39.5 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Samson, Alabama to Dothan, Alabama is: 45.26 miles (72.83 km) by car.
Driving from Samson to Dothan will take approximately 00 hours 58 minutes.
#1 Samson
City in Geneva County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1853 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°6'47"N 86°2'46"W |
| Latitude | 31.1129500 |
| Longitude | -86.0460500 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dothan
The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama. It is located on the Dothan River in southeastern Alabama. Dothan is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Wiregrass Museum of Art and the Dothan Opera House.
| Population | 69414 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°13'24"N 85°23'26"W |
| Latitude | 31.2232300 |
| Longitude | -85.3904900 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Dothan: East Main Street (-85.390469,31.223396)
Estimated Travel Time Between Samson and Dothan
The distance between Samson and Dothan is 73 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 48 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Samson and Dothan. The current time is 23:59:04.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.04 liters (1.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Samson and Dothan.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Samson to Dothan is $4.92 (diesel $6.65).
Alabama gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.08 | $3.48 | $3.86 | $4.17 |
| Total | $4.92 | $5.56 | $6.16 | $6.65 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Alabama ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.079 (Diesel $4.167) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Samson and Dothan (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
