Alexandria to Dothan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Alexandria from Dothan?

The distance from Alexandria to Dothan is 416.6 miles (670.5 km) as the crow flies. Dothan is located E of Alexandria. By car, the driving distance is approximately 500 miles, taking about 10h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Alexandria in Louisiana and Dothan in Alabama.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alexandria and Dothan. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.