Dothan to Sarasota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dothan from Sarasota?

The distance from Dothan to Sarasota is 319.1 miles (513.5 km) as the crow flies. Sarasota is located SSE of Dothan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 382.9 miles, taking about 7h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Dothan in Alabama and Sarasota 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 Sarasota. 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.