Arlington, Texas to Dothan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Arlington, Texas from Dothan?

The distance from Arlington, Texas to Dothan is 694.3 miles (1117.3 km) as the crow flies. Dothan is located E of Arlington, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 833.1 miles, taking about 16h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Arlington, Texas in Texas and Dothan in Alabama.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arlington, Texas 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.