Connecting Brewton to Dothan, this 124-mile journey across Southeast Alabama is a straightforward trip that fits perfectly into a single day. You should anticipate roughly 2 hours and 46 minutes of time behind the wheel, making it an efficient way to transit between these two cities. With a projected fuel cost of about $19, the drive is budget-friendly and requires minimal logistical planning. Since you will remain within the same region for the duration of the trip, the transition between these locales feels consistent and familiar. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the manageable duration allows for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62 miles from Brewton, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 84
51.7 mi
1h 5m
Forrest Avenue
44.8 mi
1h 4m
Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
12.7 mi
15m
East Park Avenue
7.9 mi
10m
East Stewart Avenue
2 mi
3m
West Cummings Avenue
1 mi
1m
South Main Street
1 mi
1m
Mildred Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 51.7 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brewton, AL and Dothan, AL.
1
Start on Bob Teller Drive
177 ft·9 sec·Bob Teller Drive
2
Turn right onto Belleville Avenue
103 ft·2 sec·Belleville Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 31
492 ft·15 sec·Saint Joseph Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 29; AL 41
0.4 mi·34 sec·Mildred Street
5
Continue on US 29; AL 41
0.9 mi·1 min·Forrest Avenue
6
Continue on US 29
44 mi·1 hr 3 min·Forrest Avenue
7
Continue on US 29; AL 55
469 ft·11 sec·River Falls Street
8
Continue on US 29; US 84
13 mi·15 min·Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
9
Turn left
2.3 mi·3 min
10
Continue on West Cummings Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·West Cummings Avenue
11
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.4 mi·35 sec·South Main Street
12
Turn right onto East Stewart Avenue
2.0 mi·3 min·East Stewart Avenue
13
Continue on US 84
31 mi·35 min·US 84
14
Continue on AL 27; AL 88; AL 134
0.6 mi·52 sec·South Main Street
15
Continue on AL 88; AL 134
7.9 mi·10 min·East Park Avenue
16
Continue on US 84
21 mi·29 min·US 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
US 84 Business; AL 52
Trip Plan
Because the total duration is under three hours, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best avoids peak local traffic. I recommend planning for at least one stop to break up the 124-mile trek and keep your focus sharp behind the wheel. Given the reliance on US 84 for nearly half the trip, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before starting that 51.7-mile stretch to ensure you don't run low in a more rural section. Since the entire route is easily manageable in a single day, don't feel pressured to rush; the flexibility of this trip means you can easily adjust your pace to suit your personal comfort. Staying mindful of the transitions between highway and city streets will ensure a smooth arrival in Dothan.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62 miles from Brewton, AL, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dothan, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brewton, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brewton, AL
This is one driving day of about 124 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Brewton, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 84 for about 51.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 94.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Belleville Avenue
Turn right onto Belleville Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street
Turn left onto US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street
Navigation decision point
4
58.1 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
61.4 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
94.4 mi into trip|~2h 6m in|AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.73 one way
$37.45 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$20.56
$41.12
premium
$4.56
$22.26
$44.51
diesel
$5.61
$27.38
$54.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.2
0
$13.02
$5.95
Efficient EV
31
0
$10.85
$4.96
EV Truck/SUV
49.6
0
$17.36
$7.94
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Brewton, AL
Late night
in Brewton on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dothan, AL
Late night
in Dothan on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 46m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing local roads with a significant portion of highway travel. Approximately 52% of your journey consists of highway driving, providing a steady pace as you navigate the route. You will find the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 51.7 miles along US 84, giving you a good rhythm before transitioning into local segments like Forrest Avenue and the Martin Luther King Junior Expressway. The character of the road shifts as you move between these arterial connectors, requiring you to remain alert to changing speed limits and traffic patterns. Overall, it is a practical drive that avoids the monotony of a pure interstate slog while maintaining enough speed to keep your travel time under three hours.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.7 mi on US 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Belleville Avenue.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brewton, AL to Dothan, AL is easy. At 2h 46m with 52% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Belleville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street): Navigation decision point; at 58.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Dothan is a city in southeastern Alabama, serving as the county seat of Houston County, and the chief city of the western Wiregrass region, an area encompassing portions of southeastern Alabama, southwestern Georgia, and the panhandle of Florida. Its population in 2018 was about 68,000, making it the largest metropolitan area in southeastern Alabama.
The longest stretch is about 51.7 miles on US 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Belleville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street): Navigation decision point; at 58.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dothan, AL before heading back.
