Dothan to Lakeland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dothan from Lakeland?

The distance from Dothan to Lakeland is 301.7 miles (485.6 km) as the crow flies. Lakeland is located SE of Dothan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.2 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Dothan in Alabama and Lakeland in Florida.

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 Dothan and Lakeland. 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.