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Trip from Dothan, AL to Auburn, AL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 43m

Distance

118.5 mi

191 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 33m ★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 118.5-mile drive from Dothan, AL, to Auburn, AL, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes. Traveling within the Southeast region of Alabama, you'll primarily follow US 431, with portions on North Eufaula Avenue and AL 169. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $18, making it an economical option. The overall feel is a focused highway drive, suggesting a straightforward path to your destination. With only one recommended stop, this route is ideal for those looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B.

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

59.2 miles from Dothan, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 431 42.3 mi 52m
North Eufaula Avenue 32.4 mi 40m
AL 169 25.8 mi 42m
Reeves Street 7.9 mi 10m
I 85 3.5 mi 3m
East Glenn Avenue 3.4 mi 6m
Marvyn Parkway 0.6 mi 1m
North Oates Street 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 431 — 42.3 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dothan, AL and Auburn, AL.

1

Start on US 84 Business; AL 52

111 ft · 5 sec · East Main Street
2

Turn right onto North Saint Andrews Street

0.3 mi · 53 sec · North Saint Andrews Street
3

Turn left onto East Burdeshaw Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · East Burdeshaw Street
4

Turn right onto US 231 Business

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Oates Street
5

Keep slight right at fork onto US 431 Business

7.9 mi · 10 min · Reeves Street
Use the straight lane.
6

Continue on US 431

0.3 mi · 18 sec · US 431
7

Continue on US 431

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 431
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on US 431; AL 134

20 mi · 23 min · US 431; AL 134
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on US 431

2.2 mi · 2 min · US 431
10

Continue on US 431

3.6 mi · 4 min · US 431
11

Continue on US 431

2.6 mi · 2 min · US 431
12

Continue on US 431

12 mi · 17 min · US 431
Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on US 82; US 431

32 mi · 40 min · North Eufaula Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
14

Turn left onto AL 169

9.7 mi · 17 min · AL 169
15

At end of road, turn left onto US 80; AL 169

0.5 mi · 50 sec · US 80; AL 169
16

Turn right onto AL 169

16 mi · 25 min · AL 169
17

Turn right onto AL 51

0.6 mi · 1 min · Marvyn Parkway
18

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec
19

Merge onto I 85; US 29; US 280

3.5 mi · 3 min · I 85; US 29; US 280
20

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward Auburn, Opelika
21

Keep slight right at fork

285 ft · 6 sec
Toward Auburn, Opelika
22

Turn straight onto Bent Creek Road

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Bent Creek Road
Use the straight lane.
23

Turn left onto East Glenn Avenue

3.4 mi · 6 min · East Glenn Avenue
Use the left lane.
24

Turn right onto North Gay Street

367 ft · 18 sec · North Gay Street
25

Turn left

285 ft · 20 sec
26

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of just under 3 hours, this trip offers flexibility, making it a perfect day trip. You can depart Dothan at your leisure, perhaps after a morning coffee. Plan for a single stop, possibly around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch your legs, to break up the 42.3-mile stretch on US 431. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's wise to ensure you have at least a half tank before leaving Dothan to avoid unnecessary stops. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between US 431, North Eufaula Avenue, and AL 169 to ensure you stay on the most direct path to Auburn.

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 59.2 miles from Dothan, AL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 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 26 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 59.2 miles or 1h 15m 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 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dothan, 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 Dothan, AL

This is one driving day of about 118.5 miles and 2h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Dothan, 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 431 for about 42.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Barbour County, Alabama, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Eufaula, AL

59 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

Abbeville, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Eufaula, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.2 miles from Dothan, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · first break window

Todd Farms

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Headland, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

First break · 12min in 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+13346932004

Visit website

Blue Moon Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dothan, Alabama

0.1 mi

Kava Coffee Exchange

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Abbeville, Alabama

1.8 mi

Best coffee break

Mural City Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dothan, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

Visit website

Bird & Bean Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dothan, Alabama

0.1 mi

Well Red

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Auburn, Alabama

0.2 mi

Todd Farms

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Headland, Alabama

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+13346932004

Visit website

Blue Moon Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13346992172

McDonald's

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Abbeville, Alabama

Hours: 5:30 am–11 pm

+13345850715

Visit website

Kava Coffee Exchange

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Abbeville, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13345755248

Visit website

The Inn Gluten Free Bakery & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Headland, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13344418555

Celebrations Dothan

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13347010162

Visit website

Starbucks

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+13344054861

Visit website

Mural City Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

Visit website

Bird & Bean Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–5:30 pm

+13343403160

Visit website

Well Red

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Auburn, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13342463021

Visit website

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Auburn, Alabama

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+13345910291

Visit website

The Fox

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Auburn, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13342090213

Visit website

Basketcase Cafe' & Catering

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13346711117

Visit website

Thrive Here @Auburn

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Auburn University, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

Visit website

Coffee Mafia

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Auburn, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13347287588

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

FLO Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Headland, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18883568911

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Opelika, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Headland, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Auburn, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Dothan, Alabama

+13349446400

Visit website

CITGO Food Shop

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Headland, Alabama

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+13346932451

Downtown Books

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13343052599

Visit website

NOW 193- Downtown Dothan Luxury Lofts

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Dothan, Alabama

+13346998400

Visit website

Museum of Wonder Drive Thru

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Seale, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Dothan Nurseries Greenhouse, Gardens, & Gifts

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13347946774

Visit website

Well Rooted CBD Dispensary + Boutique

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13346188065

Visit website

City Park (Monkey Park)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Opelika, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13347055549

Visit website

J.Y. Tea

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

Adventureland Theme Park - Dothan AL

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13346860360

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 115 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 431 Business / Reeves Street

Keep slight right at fork onto US 431 Business / Reeves Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
93.4 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | US 80; AL 169

At end of road, turn left onto US 80; AL 169

Navigation decision point

5
114.4 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in

Take the exit toward Auburn, Opelika

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Auburn, Opelika
6
114.7 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Auburn, Opelika

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Auburn, Opelika
6
115 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | East Glenn Avenue

Turn left onto East Glenn Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.90 one way

$35.79 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $19.65 $39.29
premium $4.56 $21.27 $42.54
diesel $5.61 $26.16 $52.33

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.6 0 $12.44 $5.69
Efficient EV 29.6 0 $10.37 $4.74
EV Truck/SUV 47.4 0 $16.59 $7.58

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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

Dothan, AL

Late night in Dothan on Tuesday

Local time

3:17 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Auburn, AL

Late night in Auburn on Tuesday

Local time

3:17 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°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

17 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

2h 43m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 61% of your journey taking place on main highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.3 miles along US 431. This suggests a significant portion of the drive will involve consistent speed and a focus on covering ground. While the profile indicates a highway drive, the inclusion of other road designations implies you may transition between different types of paved surfaces, though the emphasis remains on efficient travel. The road character is likely to be predictable and direct, prioritizing a smooth ride.

61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.3 mi on US 431.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 431 and North Eufaula Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 431 Business / Reeves Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 118.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 431 Business / Reeves Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.4 miles (US 80; AL 169): Navigation decision point; at 114.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting 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

Arriving in Auburn, AL

Full guide →

Auburn is in the River Heritage region of Alabama, and home to Auburn University in downtown Auburn. During the university's home football games, the town fills up with thousands of alumni and college football fans for a weekend of tailgating.

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 2h 43m. Total distance: 118.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on US 431. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Auburn, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 431 Business / Reeves Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.4 miles (US 80; AL 169): Navigation decision point; at 114.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Auburn, 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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