How far is Samson, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Samson, AL to Dothan, AL is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.5 miles (63.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Samson and Dothan.
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Start on Main Street
10.1 mi · 14 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Maple Avenue
3.6 mi · 5 min · West Maple Avenue
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Continue on Maple Street
9.5 mi · 14 min · Maple Street
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Continue on Mill Street
8.1 mi · 12 min · Mill Street
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Continue on East White Street
4.9 mi · 7 min · East White Street
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Continue on Hartford Highway
6.7 mi · 10 min · Hartford Highway
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Turn right onto Fortner Street
1 mi · 3 min · Fortner Street
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Continue on West Lafayette Street
2285 ft · 2 min · West Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto South Saint Andrews Street
1492 ft · 49 sec · 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 Samson 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.
Main Street
Start on Main Street
10.1 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
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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.
Partly Sunny leaving Samson and Partly Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Samson to Dothan?
The road trip is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Hartford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Samson and 22.9 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.5 miles (63.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.06 one way or $12.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Samson and Partly Sunny near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Samson and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 39.5 mi (63.57 km).
#1 Samson
City in Geneva County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,853 |
| Coordinates | 31.1129500, -86.0460500 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| 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: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.81 | $13.63 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.66 | $17.33 |
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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