Columbia, Missouri to Dothan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

662.3 miles 1065.8 km · straight line
794.7 miles estimated 1279 km · driving distance
15h 59min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
142° SE bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Dothan?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Dothan is 662.3 miles (1065.8 km) as the crow flies. Dothan is located SE of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 794.7 miles, taking about 15h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, Missouri 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 Columbia, Missouri to Dothan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 59min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 11min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~20h 47min $95–$278* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & Dothan

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m 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 221 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients