Origin
Andalusia, AL
Evening in Andalusia on Sunday
Local time
6:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Andalusia, AL to Dothan, AL
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
77.9 mi
125 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Andalusia, AL
Daniel Nouri
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Andalusia and Dothan, Alabama, you are in for a straightforward 77.9-mile journey across the Southeast. Expect to spend approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting about $12 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. Navigating this route is simple, as it primarily follows US 84, East Park Avenue, and East Stewart Avenue to reach your destination. It is a practical, efficient connection within the region that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
39 miles from Andalusia, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with roughly 78% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You will find that the road maintains a steady pace, highlighted by a significant 61.1-mile stretch along US 84. While you will eventually transition onto East Park Avenue and East Stewart Avenue, the vast majority of your travel occurs on high-speed sections. Do not expect much in the way of technical, winding backroads; instead, prepare for a consistent, predictable driving experience. The road personality here is functional and direct, providing a reliable path across this part of Alabama.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 61.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and East Park Avenue. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Three Notch Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Andalusia, AL to Dothan, AL is easy. At 1h 41m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Three Notch Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 84): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Three Notch Street
Right onto East Three Notch Street
Navigation decision point
3
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 84
Turn right onto US 84
Navigation decision point
4
12 mi into trip
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~15m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
15.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
48.3 mi into trip
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~1h in
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AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 61.1 mi | 1h 16m |
| East Park Avenue | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| East Stewart Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Sanford Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Cummings Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Three Notch Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Court Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 61.1 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andalusia, AL and Dothan, AL.
1
Start on Court Square
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Court Square
2
Continue on East Three Notch Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Three Notch Street
3
Turn slight right onto Sanford Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Sanford Road
4
Turn right onto US 84
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
US 84
5
Turn left
2.3 mi
·
3 min
6
Continue on West Cummings Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cummings Avenue
7
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Main Street
8
Turn right onto East Stewart Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Stewart Avenue
9
Continue on US 84
31 mi
·
35 min
·
US 84
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on AL 27; AL 88; AL 134
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Main Street
11
Continue on AL 88; AL 134
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
East Park Avenue
12
Continue on US 84
21 mi
·
29 min
·
US 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
US 84 Business; AL 52
Trip Plan
Because this is a concise trip, you have the advantage of being able to leave whenever it best suits your plans without needing to worry about mid-route fatigue. Since there are no scheduled stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily complete the 1 hour and 41 minutes in one go. Keep in mind that US 84 serves as your primary artery for over 60 miles, so stay alert for changing speed limits as you pass through smaller municipalities. If you prefer to avoid potential traffic, consider timing your departure to miss local morning or afternoon commuter surges. With a $12 fuel budget, filling up your tank before you leave Andalusia ensures you won't have to worry about finding a station until you arrive in Dothan.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39 miles from Andalusia, AL, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 77.9 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dothan, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Andalusia, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Andalusia, AL
This is one driving day of about 77.9 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Andalusia, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 84 for about 61.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39 mi from Andalusia, AL · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 77.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39 miles from Andalusia, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.1 miles.
Arriving in Dothan, AL
The final approach into Dothan, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dothan, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.91 one way
$23.82 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $13.06 | $26.12 |
| premium | $4.61 | $14.14 | $28.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.31 | $34.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
| Efficient EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.91 | $4.99 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Dothan, AL
Evening in Dothan on Sunday
Local time
6:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Clio, AL
39 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 41m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Andalusia, AL to Dothan, AL covers 77.9 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 84, East Park Avenue, East Stewart Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39 miles from Andalusia, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.91 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Andalusia, AL to Dothan, AL is easy. At 1h 41m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Three Notch Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 84): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Andalusia, AL to Dothan, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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