How far is Decatur, AL from Dothan, AL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Decatur and Dothan is 251.31 miles (404.44 km).
Flight distance from Decatur, AL to Dothan, AL is 251.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 34 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 30 minutes to travel from Decatur to Dothan with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Decatur, Alabama to Dothan, Alabama is: 282.68 miles (454.94 km) by car.
Driving from Decatur to Dothan will take approximately 04 hours 32 minutes.
#1 Decatur
The most populous city in Morgan County, Alabama. It is located on the Tennessee River in north-central Alabama. Decatur is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Decatur Museum of Art and History and the Decatur Civic Center.
| Population | 54381 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°36'21"N 86°59'0"W |
| Latitude | 34.6059300 |
| Longitude | -86.9833400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dothan
The most populous city in Houston County, Alabama. It is located on the Dothan River in southeastern Alabama. Dothan is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Wiregrass Museum of Art and the Dothan Opera House.
| Population | 69414 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°13'24"N 85°23'26"W |
| Latitude | 31.2232300 |
| Longitude | -85.3904900 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Dothan: East Main Street (-85.390469,31.223396)
Estimated Travel Time Between Decatur and Dothan
The distance between Decatur and Dothan is 455 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 03 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Decatur and Dothan. The current time is 11:18:30.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 39 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 37.76 liters (9.98 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Decatur and Dothan.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Decatur to Dothan is $30.71 (diesel $41.57).
Alabama gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.08 | $3.48 | $3.86 | $4.17 |
| Total | $30.71 | $34.74 | $38.49 | $41.57 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Alabama ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.079 (Diesel $4.167) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Decatur and Dothan (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from East Florence, AL to Decatur 48.03 miles (77 km)
Driving distance from Enterprise, AL to Decatur 148.81 miles (239 km)
Driving distance from Pennsylvania, AL to Decatur 327.48 miles (527 km)
