Origin
Slocomb, AL
Night in Slocomb on Sunday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Slocomb, AL to Dothan, AL
Drive Time
26m
Distance
15.5 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Slocomb, AL
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection in Southeast Alabama, the 15.5-mile trek from Slocomb to Dothan is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 26 minutes behind the wheel for this local transition. Since it is such a short distance, you can easily handle this as a one-day trip without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting about $2 for fuel should cover your needs for the journey. Because both towns are located within the same region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the entire drive.
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
7.7 miles from Slocomb, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will not encounter any highway miles on this path, as the route relies entirely on local roads like Hartford Highway, East White Street, and West Lawrence Street. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 6.7 miles you spend on Hartford Highway. Expect a steady, hands-on driving experience as you navigate through the town-to-town transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hartford Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 52 / West Lawrence Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 52 / West Lawrence Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (Fortner Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles (South Saint Andrews Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AL 52 / West Lawrence Street
Turn left onto AL 52 / West Lawrence Street
Navigation decision point
3
13.7 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Fortner Street
Turn right onto Fortner Street
Navigation decision point
4
15.2 mi into trip
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~25m in
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South Saint Andrews Street
Turn left onto South Saint Andrews Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.5 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 84 Business; AL 52 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 84 Business; AL 52 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford Highway | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| East White Street | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| West Lawrence Street | 2 mi | 2m |
| Fortner Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Lafayette Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Saint Andrews Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Morris Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hartford Highway
— 6.7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slocomb, AL and Dothan, AL.
1
Start on North Morris Street
224 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Morris Street
2
Turn left onto AL 52
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Lawrence Street
3
Continue on AL 52
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East White Street
4
Continue on AL 52
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hartford Highway
5
Turn right onto Fortner Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Fortner Street
6
Continue on West Lafayette Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lafayette Street
7
Turn left onto South Saint Andrews Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Saint Andrews Street
8
Turn right onto US 84 Business; AL 52
111 ft
·
3 sec
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East Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
US 84 Business; AL 52
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 26-minute commute, you have significant flexibility with your departure time throughout the day. With zero planned stops required, you can focus on getting straight to your destination without worrying about a complex itinerary. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads requires your full attention, so stay alert as you transition between streets. Since the fuel cost is estimated at just $2, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Slocomb and arrive in Dothan with plenty to spare.
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 7.7 miles from Slocomb, AL, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 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 15.5 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
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 Slocomb, 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 Slocomb, AL
This is one driving day of about 15.5 miles and 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Slocomb, 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 Hartford Highway for about 6.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.7 mi from Slocomb, AL · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 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
$2.37 one way
$4.74 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
| premium | $4.61 | $2.81 | $5.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.44 | $6.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Night in Dothan on Sunday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Clio, AL
8 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
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
26m 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 Slocomb, AL to Dothan, AL covers 15.5 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hartford Highway, East White Street, West Lawrence Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.7 miles from Slocomb, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.37 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.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 52 / West Lawrence Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (Fortner Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles (South Saint Andrews Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Slocomb, AL to Dothan, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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