Dothan to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

382.2 miles 615.1 km · straight line
426.5 miles actual route 686.4 km · driving distance
8h 15min estimated drive time
$41 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
316° NW bearing direction

How far is Dothan from Memphis?

The distance from Dothan to Memphis is 382.2 miles (615.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located NW of Dothan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426.5 miles, taking about 8h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Dothan in Alabama and Memphis in Tennessee.

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. 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 Dothan and Memphis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Dothan to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 15min $41 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 54min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 50min $51–$149* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Dothan
31.22°N, 85.39°W
America/Chicago
98m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 127 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM