The drive from Trussville, AL to Dothan, AL covers 203.6 miles and takes about 4h 8m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, US 231, Troy Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.2 miles on I 65.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
101.8 miles from Trussville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 54m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 8m. Total distance: 203.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 8m highway drive covering 203.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and US 231. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.2 miles on I 65.
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 78.2 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 early in the drive near Linden Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 203.6 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: near the start (Linden Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Linden Street
At end of road, turn right onto Linden Street
Navigation decision point
8
20.1 mi into trip|~23m in
Take the exit toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15
Toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
7
20.3 mi into trip|~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 65 South: Montgomery
6
99.5 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
7
102.4 mi into trip|~1h 55m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Trussville, AL to Dothan, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.
Montgomery
20.1 mi in|~23m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
78.2 mi
1h 24m
US 231
62 mi
1h 22m
Troy Highway
34.7 mi
41m
John M. Harbert III Freeway
16.5 mi
17m
I 85
2.7 mi
3m
Gadsden Highway
2.4 mi
3m
McGehee Road
1.4 mi
2m
Zelda Road
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 78.2 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trussville, AL and Dothan, AL.
1
Start on this road
197 ft·16 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Linden Street
114 ft·7 sec·Linden Street
3
Turn right onto CR 94
384 ft·11 sec·South Chalkville Road
4
Turn right onto US 11
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
5
Continue on US 11
2.4 mi·3 min·Gadsden Highway
6
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
7
Merge onto I 459
17 mi·17 min·John M. Harbert III Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 15Toward I 65: Birmingham, MontgomeryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 65 South: MontgomeryUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 65
78 mi·1 hr 24 min·I 65
11
Take the exit
393 ft·9 sec
Exit 171Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
13
Continue on I 85
2.7 mi·3 min·I 85
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 3Toward Ann StreetUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto Ann Street
436 ft·8 sec·Ann Street
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Zelda Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Zelda Road
17
Continue on Carter Hill Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Carter Hill Road
18
Turn left onto McGehee Road
1.4 mi·2 min·McGehee Road
19
Continue on US 82; US 231
35 mi·41 min·Troy Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 231
7.7 mi·9 min·US 231
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.1 mi·9 sec·US 231; AL 10
22
Continue on US 231; AL 10
2.0 mi·3 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the right lane.
23
Continue on US 231; AL 10
7.6 mi·10 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on US 231; AL 10
38 mi·47 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the right lane.
25
Continue on US 231
6.2 mi·11 min·US 231
Use the straight lane.
26
Turn left onto West Powell Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·West Powell Street
27
Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North Saint Andrews Street
28
Turn left onto US 84 Business; AL 52
111 ft·3 sec·East Main Street
29
Arrive at destination
US 84 Business; AL 52
Trip Plan
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 101.8 miles from Trussville, AL, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.2 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 45 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.8 miles or 1h 54m 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 18m
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 Trussville, 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 Trussville, AL
This is one driving day of about 203.6 miles and 4h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Trussville, 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 78.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 101.8 mi from Trussville, AL
· 1h 54m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.65 one way
$55.31 round trip
$3.45/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.85
$30.86
$61.72
premium
$4.15
$33.27
$66.53
diesel
$3.75
$30.06
$60.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.2 kg one way.
EV Charging Along Route
38 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Troy, Alabama
Other
1 DCFC
Red E Charging Station
Montgomery, Alabama
Other
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Clanton, Alabama
Other
1 DCFC
Francis Energy Charging Station
Birmingham, Alabama
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Alabaster, Alabama
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Dothan, Alabama
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Dothan, Alabama
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Dothan, Alabama
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Other: 11
ChargePoint: 10
Tesla Destination: 8
Tesla: 3
Electrify America: 2
Blink: 2
InCharge: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.1
0
$21.38
$9.77
Efficient EV
50.9
0
$17.81
$8.14
EV Truck/SUV
81.4
1
$28.50
$13.03
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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 as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Trussville, AL
Morning
in Trussville on Saturday
Local time
7:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dothan, AL
Morning
in Dothan on Saturday
Local time
7:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph0% chanceLive 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
18 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 8m 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 Trussville, AL to Dothan, AL covers 203.6 miles and takes about 4h 8m 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 101.8 miles from Trussville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.65 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 203.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Linden Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Trussville, AL to Dothan, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
