Dothan to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

587 miles 944.7 km · straight line
704.4 miles estimated 1133.6 km · driving distance
14h 10min estimated drive time
$68 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Dothan from Tyler?

The distance from Dothan to Tyler is 587 miles (944.7 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located W of Dothan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 704.4 miles, taking about 14h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Dothan in Alabama and Tyler in Texas.

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 Tyler. 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 Tyler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 10min $68 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 0min $56–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 25min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dothan & Tyler

Quick Facts

Dothan
31.22°N, 85.39°W
America/Chicago
98m elevation
Tyler
32.35°N, 95.30°W
America/Chicago
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients