Origin
Dothan, AL
Night in Dothan on Thursday
Local time
9:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
115 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coosada, AL
Matias
Trip Overview
The drive from Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL covers 115 miles and takes about 2h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Saint Andrews Street, East Burdeshaw Street, North Oates Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.37 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.5 miles from Dothan, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 115 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 36m drive with frequent turns across 115 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Saint Andrews Street 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL is easy. At 2h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Saint Andrews Street | — | — |
| East Burdeshaw Street | — | — |
| North Oates Street | — | — |
| Montgomery Highway | — | — |
| McGehee Road | — | — |
| Carter Hill Road | — | — |
| Zelda Road | — | — |
| Ann Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Saint Andrews Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan, AL and Coosada, AL.
1
Start on East Main Street
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Saint Andrews Street
3
Turn left onto East Burdeshaw Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Burdeshaw Street
4
Turn right onto North Oates Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Oates Street
5
Keep slight left to continue on Montgomery Highway
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Montgomery Highway
6
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
7
Continue straight
16 mi
·
20 min
8
Continue straight
21 mi
·
24 min
9
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
10
Continue straight
5.1 mi
·
6 min
11
Continue straight
2.1 mi
·
3 min
12
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
13
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
1 min
14
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
1 min
15
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
16
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
17
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
2 min
18
Continue straight
3.4 mi
·
3 min
19
Continue straight
36 mi
·
42 min
20
Continue on McGehee Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
McGehee Road
21
Turn right onto Carter Hill Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Carter Hill Road
22
Continue on Zelda Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Zelda Road
23
Turn right onto Ann Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Ann Street
24
Turn left onto Ann Street South
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ann Street South
25
Merge slight left
2.5 mi
·
3 min
26
Keep slight right to continue on I-65 North: Birmingham
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I-65 North: Birmingham
27
Merge slight left
3.8 mi
·
4 min
28
Take the exit slight right toward AL 143 North: Millbrook, Coosada
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
AL 143 North: Millbrook, Coosada
29
Turn straight
4.3 mi
·
7 min
30
Turn right onto Coosada Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Coosada Road
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.5 miles from Dothan, AL, or about 1h 18m 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 25 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.5 miles or 1h 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 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coosada, 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 115 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.5 mi from Dothan, AL · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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
Arriving in Coosada, AL
The final approach into Coosada, 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 Coosada, 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
$17.37 one way
$34.74 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.07 | $38.13 |
| premium | $4.56 | $20.64 | $41.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.08 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.06 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.10 | $7.36 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Coosada, AL
Night in Coosada on Thursday
Local time
9:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Troy, AL
58 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 36m 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 Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL covers 115 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Saint Andrews Street, East Burdeshaw Street, North Oates Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.5 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 $17.37 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL is easy. At 2h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dothan, AL to Coosada, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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