Origin
Brundidge, AL
Late night in Brundidge on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brundidge, AL to Dothan, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
44.9 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brundidge, AL
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Trip Overview
Brundidge to Dothan is 44.9 miles and takes about 1 hour via US 231, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Alabama's Southeast region, offering a straightforward journey. If you're looking for a quick and easy drive without any overnight stays, this route fits the bill perfectly. It's a practical option for connecting these two towns with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 231 | 43 mi | 56m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Saint Andrews Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Powell Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South A Graham Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 231
— 43 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brundidge, AL and Dothan, AL.
1
Start on AL 10
137 ft
·
4 sec
·
South A Graham Boulevard
2
Turn right onto AL 93
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 231
37 mi
·
45 min
·
US 231
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on US 231
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
US 231
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto West Powell Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Powell Street
6
Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Saint Andrews Street
7
Turn left onto US 84 Business; AL 52
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
US 84 Business; AL 52
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AL 93 / South Main Street
Turn right onto AL 93 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 231
At end of road, turn left onto US 231
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
44.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
West Powell Street
Turn left onto West Powell Street
Navigation decision point
3
44.4 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
North Saint Andrews Street
Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street
Navigation decision point
3
44.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
US 84 Business; AL 52 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 84 Business; AL 52 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.78 one way
$13.56 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.44 | $14.89 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.91 | $19.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.71 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.87 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Destination
Dothan, AL
Late night in Dothan on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
62°F
Ozark, AL
22 mi in
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
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a 96% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. You'll be on US 231 for the longest stretch, a continuous 43 miles, so expect consistent speed for a significant portion of the trip. The route begins on South Main Street in Brundidge, transitioning to North Saint Andrews Street before merging onto US 231. The character is largely consistent, offering a predictable driving experience.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43 mi on US 231.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 231 and South Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 93 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brundidge, AL to Dothan, AL is easy. At 1h with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 93 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 231): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.2 miles (West Powell Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Dothan, AL
Full guide →Founded 1885
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.
Top landmarks
- • Dothan Opera House
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 44.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43 miles on US 231. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 93 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 231): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.2 miles (West Powell Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dothan, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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