Origin
Brookwood, AL
Late night in Brookwood on Wednesday
Local time
2:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookwood, AL to Dothan, AL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
218.8 mi
352 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 17m
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6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 57m
10 AM
4h 39m
12 PM
4h 37m
3 PM
4h 41m
5 PM
4h 55m
8 PM
4h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookwood, AL
Jan Wright
Trip Overview
Traveling from Brookwood to Dothan covers 204.2 miles and takes approximately 3 hours and 51 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate sprint, it functions best as a single-day trip. You should budget about $28 for fuel to complete the journey comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Alabama, the transition between them is relatively consistent in terms of climate and landscape. While one stop is recommended to break up the drive, the distance is manageable enough that you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. It is a straightforward route that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
109.4 miles from Brookwood, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy experience on this route, as it relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstate travel. With a highway share of 0%, you won't find yourself locked into long, monotonous stretches of freeway. Navigation involves a mix of I-459 North, John M, and I-65, requiring you to stay alert and ready for frequent turns. Because the longest stretch on I-459 North is 0 miles, you should anticipate constant maneuvering and a more engaged driving experience compared to a standard highway haul. The road's personality is defined by its local nature, favoring constant changes in direction over long-distance cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 459 North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brookwood, AL to Dothan, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 459 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John M | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 65 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 65 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-85 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 85 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ann Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Zelda Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 459 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookwood, AL and Dothan, AL.
1
Start on Hanna Mill Creek
15 mi
·
22 min
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Hanna Mill Creek
2
Take the ramp left
217 ft
·
5 sec
3
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
4
Merge slight left
5.3 mi
·
5 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 459 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 459 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
6
Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway
14 mi
·
15 min
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John M. Harbert III Freeway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 65 South: Montgomery
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 65 South: Montgomery
9
Merge slight left
78 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta
394 ft
·
10 sec
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I-85 North: Atlanta
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Atlanta
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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I 85 North: Atlanta
12
Continue straight
2.7 mi
·
3 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward Ann Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Ann Street
14
Turn right onto Ann Street
436 ft
·
9 sec
·
Ann Street
15
Keep slight left to continue on Zelda Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Zelda Road
16
Continue on Carter Hill Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Carter Hill Road
17
Turn left onto McGehee Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
McGehee Road
18
Continue on Troy Highway
35 mi
·
41 min
·
Troy Highway
19
Continue straight
7.7 mi
·
9 min
20
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
21
Continue straight
2.0 mi
·
3 min
22
Continue straight
7.6 mi
·
10 min
23
Continue straight
38 mi
·
47 min
24
Continue straight
6.2 mi
·
11 min
25
Turn left onto West Powell Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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West Powell Street
26
Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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North Saint Andrews Street
27
Turn left onto East Main Street
112 ft
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3 sec
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East Main Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3 hour and 51 minute travel time, try to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest local traffic patterns. Since the route requires one stop, plan to pull over roughly halfway through to stretch your legs and refresh before the final leg to Dothan. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $28 budget assumes a steady pace, and local roads can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than major highways. Because this is a turn-heavy drive, utilizing a reliable GPS is essential to stay on course through the various transitions. Enjoy the flexibility of a shorter trip, which allows you to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 109.4 miles from Brookwood, AL, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.4 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 41m
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 Brookwood, 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 Brookwood, AL
This is one driving day of about 218.8 miles and 4h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brookwood, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.4 mi from Brookwood, AL · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 109.4 miles from Brookwood, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$33.04 one way
$66.09 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $36.27 | $72.55 |
| premium | $4.56 | $39.27 | $78.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.31 | $96.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.97 | $10.50 |
| Efficient EV | 54.7 | 0 | $19.15 | $8.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.5 | 1 | $30.63 | $14.00 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Late night in Dothan on Wednesday
Local time
2:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Columbiana, AL
109 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
31 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
4h 30m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brookwood, AL to Dothan, AL covers 218.8 miles and takes about 4h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 459 North, John M, I 65. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.4 miles from Brookwood, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brookwood, AL to Dothan, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brookwood, AL to Dothan, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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