How far is Valley, AL from Dothan, AL?
The driving distance from Valley, AL to Dothan, AL is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 02m 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 31m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valley and Dothan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valley and Dothan.
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Start on 55th Street West
1174 ft · 53 sec · 55th Street West
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Turn right onto 23rd Boulevard West
824 ft · 39 sec · 23rd Boulevard West
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Fob James Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · Fob James Drive
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Continue on South Phillips Road
623 ft · 21 sec · South Phillips Road
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Take the ramp left toward I-85 South: Montgomery
1252 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
15.6 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 51, AL 169: Opelika, Hurtsboro
1614 ft · 44 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Marvyn Parkway
1 km · 1 min · Marvyn Parkway
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Turn left onto Crawford Road
16.1 mi · 25 min · Crawford Road
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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 Valley 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
32.4 mi · 00h 40m
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 Valley and Sunny near Dothan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valley to Dothan?
The road trip is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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?
Eufaula is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.9 miles from Valley and 67.8 miles from Dothan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 1:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.72 one way or $35.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Valley and Sunny near Dothan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valley and Dothan. Straight-line distance: 110.93 mi (178.53 km).
#1 Valley
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 9,077 |
| Coordinates | 32.8187400, -85.1793900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| 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: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.72 | $35.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.93 | $39.86 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.65 | $43.29 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $25.34 | $50.68 |
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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