Trip from Morris, AL to Dothan, AL

Drive Time

4h 18m

Distance

210.7 mi

339 km

Drive Score

9/10

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 5m ★

6 AM

4h 18m

8 AM

4h 45m

10 AM

4h 27m

12 PM

4h 25m

3 PM

4h 29m

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

Traveling from Morris to Dothan covers 210.7 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 18 minutes of drive time. Because this journey is well within the range of a single day, you can comfortably make the trip in one go without needing an overnight stop. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors, specifically I-65, US-231, and Troy Highway. With a fuel budget of approximately $32, it remains an affordable trek across the state. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, this route is straightforward and efficient. It serves as a reliable connection between these two Alabama locations.

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

105.4 miles from Morris, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of your time will be spent cruising on high-speed roads. The journey begins with a long, consistent stretch of 102.2 miles on I-65, which allows you to cover significant ground quickly. As you transition onto US-231 and the Troy Highway, the road maintains a steady pace, though the character shifts slightly from the interstate environment to state-level highway driving. This is not a technical or winding mountain route, but rather a functional, high-speed connection. You should prepare for a drive that prioritizes steady movement and efficiency over complex navigation.

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

There are about 29 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 102.2 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 12 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 210.7 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 12 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

12 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 265 Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale

12.5 mi into trip | ~15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 22 West: Memphis

13 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward Montgomery

106.6 mi into trip | ~2h in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Atlanta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 85 North: Atlanta

109.5 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the exit toward Ann Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 3 Toward Ann Street

Towns Along This Route

Between Morris, AL and Dothan, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale and Montgomery.

Fultondale

12 mi in | ~15m

Montgomery

13 mi in | ~16m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	102.2 mi	1h 53m
US 231	62 mi	1h 22m
Troy Highway	34.7 mi	41m
I 85	2.7 mi	3m
US 31	2.1 mi	3m
McGehee Road	1.4 mi	2m
Zelda Road	1.1 mi	2m
Carter Hill Road	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 102.2 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Stouts Road

80 ft · 5 sec · Stouts Road

Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Morris Majestic Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 31

2.1 mi · 3 min · US 31

Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Mary Buckelew Parkway

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Merge onto I 65

9.0 mi · 9 min · I 65

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 38 sec

Exit 265 Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 37 sec

Toward I 22 West: Memphis Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 27 sec

Toward Montgomery Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 65

93 mi · 1 hr 43 min · I 65

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

393 ft · 9 sec

Exit 171 Toward I-85 North: Atlanta

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Toward I 85 North: Atlanta

Continue on I 85

2.7 mi · 3 min · I 85

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec

Exit 3 Toward Ann Street Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Ann Street

436 ft · 8 sec · Ann Street

Keep slight left at fork onto Zelda Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Zelda Road

Continue on Carter Hill Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Carter Hill Road

Turn left onto McGehee Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · McGehee Road

Continue on US 82; US 231

35 mi · 41 min · Troy Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 231

7.7 mi · 9 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.1 mi · 9 sec · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

2.0 mi · 3 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

7.6 mi · 10 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

38 mi · 47 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

6.2 mi · 11 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto West Powell Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · West Powell Street

Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Saint Andrews Street

Turn left onto US 84 Business; AL 52

111 ft · 3 sec · East Main Street

Arrive at destination

US 84 Business; AL 52

Trip Plan

Since the trip is just over four hours, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. While you only strictly need one stop to complete the drive comfortably, planning that break around the transition from I-65 to US-231 can help you stay refreshed. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving the interstate portions, as the transition to secondary highways can sometimes mean fewer service options. If you prefer to avoid potential congestion, try to time your departure to bypass peak traffic hours near the larger junctions. Staying hydrated and switching drivers if possible will ensure you arrive in Dothan feeling alert.

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 105.4 miles from Morris, AL, or about 1h 59m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.2 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 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 105.4 miles or 1h 59m 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 26m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Morris, 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 Morris, AL

This is one driving day of about 210.7 miles and 4h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morris, 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 102.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 105.4 mi from Morris, AL · 1h 59m 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

Columbiana, 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 105.4 miles from Morris, 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 102.2 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.

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

$32.21 one way

$64.42 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$35.33	$70.66
premium	$4.61	$38.24	$76.48
diesel	$5.64	$46.81	$93.62

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	$22.12	$10.11
Efficient EV	52.7	0	$18.44	$8.43
EV Truck/SUV	84.3	1	$29.50	$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

Morris, AL

Afternoon in Morris on Sunday

Local time

4:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dothan, AL

Afternoon in Dothan on Sunday

Local time

4:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

87°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 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 18m 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 Morris, AL to Dothan, AL covers 210.7 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, US 231, Troy 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 105.4 miles from Morris, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.21 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.

Between Morris, AL and Dothan, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale and Montgomery.

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Trip from Morris, AL to Dothan, 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 Dothan, AL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Morris, AL

Dothan, AL

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 18m on the road

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