Dothan to Springfield, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

612.4 miles 985.5 km · straight line
734.8 miles estimated 1182.6 km · driving distance
14h 47min estimated drive time
$71 - $87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
315° NW bearing direction

How far is Dothan from Springfield, Missouri?

The distance from Dothan to Springfield, Missouri is 612.4 miles (985.5 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Missouri is located NW of Dothan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 734.8 miles, taking about 14h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Dothan in Alabama and Springfield, Missouri in Missouri.

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. 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 Springfield, Missouri. 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 Springfield, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 47min $71 - $87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 44min $59–$110* Budget
Train ~19h 13min $88–$257* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dothan & Springfield, Missouri

Quick Facts

Dothan
31.22°N, 85.39°W
America/Chicago
98m elevation
Springfield, Missouri
37.22°N, 93.30°W
America/Chicago
396m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 204 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients