How far is Slocomb, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Slocomb, AL to Dothan, AL is about 15.9 miles (25.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Town in Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slocomb and Dothan.
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Start on North Morris Street
68 m · 15 sec · North Morris Street
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Turn left onto West Lawrence Street
2 mi · 3 min · West Lawrence 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 Slocomb and Dothan.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Hartford Highway
Continue on Hartford Highway
6.73 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Slocomb and Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Slocomb to Dothan?
The road trip is about 15.9 miles (25.6 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Taylor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.8 miles from Slocomb and 8.2 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.12 one way or $4.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Slocomb and Sunny near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Slocomb and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 14.43 mi (23.23 km).
#1 Slocomb
City in Geneva County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,929 |
| Coordinates | 31.1082300, -85.5943800 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| 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: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $2.12 | $4.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $2.59 | $5.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
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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