Trip from Dothan, AL to Morris, AL

Drive Time

4h 17m

Distance

210.6 mi

339 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 4m ★

6 AM

4h 18m

8 AM

4h 44m

10 AM

4h 27m

12 PM

4h 24m

3 PM

4h 28m

5 PM

4h 43m

8 PM

4h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Morris, AL

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Trip Overview

Spanning 210.6 miles through Alabama, this journey from Dothan to Morris is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 4 hours and 17 minutes. Because the drive is manageable within a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to budget roughly $32 for fuel as you traverse the Southeast, moving from the southeastern corner toward the northern outskirts of the Birmingham area. Utilizing a blend of US-231, Montgomery Highway, and I-65, the route keeps you on primary arteries for the vast majority of your time behind the wheel. It is a practical, efficient connection that serves as a reliable way to cross the state without unnecessary detours.

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

105.3 miles from Dothan, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time settling into a steady rhythm, highlighted by a significant 103.5-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-65. While the initial segments involve navigating US-231 and Montgomery Highway, the transition to the interstate defines the character of the trip. The road feels functional and direct, favoring speed and efficiency over winding local paths. Expect a consistent driving experience that rewards steady cruising once you reach the primary highway corridors.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 103.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 231. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 210.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 101.3 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

101.1 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in

Turn left toward Ann Street South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Exit 3 Toward Ann Street South

101.3 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in | I 85

Merge onto I 85

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

103.9 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I-65 North: Birmingham

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I-65 North: Birmingham

104.2 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in | I 65; US 82

Merge onto I 65; US 82

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Dothan, AL to Morris, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Street South along the way.

Ann Street South

101.1 mi in | ~2h 12m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	103.5 mi	1h 54m
US 231	89.1 mi	1h 51m
Montgomery Highway	7.1 mi	11m
I 85	2.5 mi	3m
US 31	2.1 mi	3m
McGehee Road	1.5 mi	2m
Zelda Road	1.1 mi	2m
Carter Hill Road	1.1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 103.5 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dothan, AL and Morris, AL.

Start on US 84 Business; AL 52

111 ft · 5 sec · East Main Street

Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street

0.3 mi · 53 sec · North Saint Andrews Street

Turn left onto East Burdeshaw Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · East Burdeshaw Street

Turn right onto US 231 Business

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Oates Street

Keep slight left at fork onto US 231 Business

7.1 mi · 11 min · Montgomery Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

0.6 mi · 39 sec · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

16 mi · 20 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

21 mi · 24 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.4 mi · 35 sec · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

5.1 mi · 6 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

2.1 mi · 3 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.5 mi · 55 sec · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.2 mi · 14 sec · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

3.4 mi · 3 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

36 mi · 42 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on McGehee Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · McGehee Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto Carter Hill Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · Carter Hill Road

Continue on Zelda Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Zelda Road

Turn right onto Ann Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Ann Street

Turn left

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 3 Toward Ann Street South Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 85

2.5 mi · 3 min · I 85

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I-65 North: Birmingham

Merge onto I 65; US 82

104 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 65; US 82

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Exit 275 Toward AL 3: Morris

Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Mary Buckelew Parkway

At end of road, turn left onto US 31

2.1 mi · 3 min · US 31

Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Morris Majestic Road

Turn left onto Stouts Road

80 ft · 3 sec · Stouts Road

Arrive at destination

Stouts Road

Trip Plan

Since this trip requires only about 4 hours of active driving, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the long stretches on the interstate can become monotonous. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the 103.5-mile I-65 segment to ensure you aren't caught searching for a station during the busiest stretches. Because the route is highly concentrated on major highways, monitor local traffic reports near Birmingham, as the final approach to Morris can be influenced by urban congestion. Staying mindful of your pace during the highway portion will help you maintain a comfortable arrival time.

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 105.3 miles from Dothan, AL, or about 2h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.5 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 105.3 miles or 2h 18m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morris, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Dothan, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Dothan, AL

This is one driving day of about 210.6 miles and 4h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dothan, 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.

The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 103.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 105.3 mi from Dothan, AL · 2h 18m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dadeville, AL

105 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

Clio, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dadeville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.3 miles from Dothan, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.5 miles.

Arriving in Morris, AL

The final approach into Morris, 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 Morris, AL.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.20 one way

$64.39 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$35.31	$70.63
premium	$4.61	$38.22	$76.45
diesel	$5.64	$46.79	$93.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	63.2	0	$22.11	$10.11
Efficient EV	52.7	0	$18.43	$8.42
EV Truck/SUV	84.2	1	$29.48	$13.48

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Dothan, AL

Afternoon in Dothan on Sunday

Local time

4:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Morris, AL

Afternoon in Morris on Sunday

Local time

4:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 17m 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 Dothan, AL to Morris, AL covers 210.6 miles and takes about 4h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, US 231, Montgomery Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 105.3 miles from Dothan, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.20 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.

On the drive from Dothan, AL to Morris, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Street South along the way.

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Trip from Dothan, AL to Morris, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Morris, AL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Dothan, AL

Morris, AL

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 17m on the road

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