Dothan to Natchez: Road Trip Guide & Distance

355.4 miles 571.9 km · straight line
426.4 miles estimated 686.3 km · driving distance
8h 35min estimated drive time
$41 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Dothan from Natchez?

The distance from Dothan to Natchez is 355.4 miles (571.9 km) as the crow flies. Natchez is located W of Dothan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426.4 miles, taking about 8h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Dothan in Alabama and Natchez in Mississippi.

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 Natchez. 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 Dothan to Natchez

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 35min $41 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 18min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~8h 9min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dothan & Natchez

Quick Facts

Dothan
31.22°N, 85.39°W
America/Chicago
98m elevation
Natchez
31.56°N, 91.40°W
America/Chicago
66m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 118 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 70.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients