Alpharetta to Dothan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

207.1 miles 333.3 km · straight line
258.9 miles estimated 416.6 km · driving distance
5h 12min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
198° SSW bearing direction

How far is Alpharetta from Dothan?

The distance from Alpharetta to Dothan is 207.1 miles (333.3 km) as the crow flies. Dothan is located SSW of Alpharetta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 258.9 miles, taking about 5h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Alpharetta in Georgia and Dothan in Alabama.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alpharetta 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.

How to Get from Alpharetta to Dothan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 12min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 14min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 56min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alpharetta & Dothan

Quick Facts

Alpharetta
34.08°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
347m elevation
Dothan
31.22°N, 85.39°W
America/Chicago
98m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 120.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients