Dothan to Blue Ridge is 110.8 miles and takes about 2h 26m via US 231, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Alabama, taking you from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's ideal for a single day. You'll be covering over 110 miles, so plan for a couple of hours on the road. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to get between these two points without venturing onto complex local roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.4 miles from Dothan, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 231
90.6 mi
1h 53m
Montgomery Highway
7.1 mi
11m
Eastern Boulevard
6 mi
8m
Wetumpka Highway
4.1 mi
4m
Jasmine Hill Road
1.9 mi
4m
North Oates Street
0.6 mi
1m
North Saint Andrews Street
0.3 mi
<1m
East Burdeshaw Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 231
— 90.6 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dothan, AL and Blue Ridge, 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 left at fork onto US 231 Business
7.1 mi·11 min·Montgomery Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 231
0.6 mi·39 sec·US 231
7
Continue on US 231
16 mi·20 min·US 231
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 231
21 mi·24 min·US 231
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.4 mi·35 sec·US 231; AL 10
10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
5.1 mi·6 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 231; AL 10
2.1 mi·3 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.5 mi·55 sec·US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.6 mi·1 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.7 mi·1 min·US 231; AL 10
15
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 231; AL 10
16
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.2 mi·1 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.8 mi·2 min·US 231; AL 10
18
Continue on US 231
3.4 mi·3 min·US 231
19
Continue on US 231
36 mi·42 min·US 231
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto US 80; US 231; AL 21
6.0 mi·8 min·Eastern Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 231; AL 21
1.1 mi·1 min·US 231; AL 21
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 231; AL 21
0.2 mi·18 sec·US 231; AL 21
23
Take the exit onto US 231; AL 21
0.2 mi·23 sec·US 231; AL 21
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: WetumpkaUse the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 231; AL 21
0.1 mi·15 sec·US 231; AL 21
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: WetumpkaUse the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto US 231; AL 21
4.1 mi·4 min·Wetumpka Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn right onto Jasmine Hill Road
1.9 mi·4 min·Jasmine Hill Road
27
Arrive at destination
Jasmine Hill Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over two hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Leaving Dothan in the morning will give you ample time to reach Blue Ridge without feeling rushed. The longest stretch on US 231 means you can plan your fuel stop accordingly; aim to fill up before you begin the 90.6-mile segment if your tank is low. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep an eye out for service areas along US 231 for any quick breaks you might need.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.4 miles from Dothan, AL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.6 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.4 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 1h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Ridge, 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 110.8 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Dothan, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 231 for about 90.6 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 104.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1 mi into trip|~2m in|US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
97.2 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|US 80; US 231; AL 21 / Eastern Boulevard
Turn right onto US 80; US 231; AL 21 / Eastern Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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104.6 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|US 231; AL 21
Take the exit onto US 231; AL 21 toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
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104.7 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|US 231; AL 21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 231; AL 21 toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
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104.8 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|US 231; AL 21 / Wetumpka Highway
Merge onto US 231; AL 21 / Wetumpka Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.73 one way
$33.47 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$18.37
$36.74
premium
$4.56
$19.89
$39.77
diesel
$5.61
$24.46
$48.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.2
0
$11.63
$5.32
Efficient EV
27.7
0
$9.69
$4.43
EV Truck/SUV
44.3
0
$15.51
$7.09
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% 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
Morning
in Dothan on Tuesday
Local time
7:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Blue Ridge, AL
Morning
in Blue Ridge on Tuesday
Local time
7:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Troy, AL
55 mi in
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 26m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 82% of your journey on major roads like US 231, Montgomery Highway, and Eastern Boulevard. You'll experience a significant stretch of 90.6 miles on US 231, offering a consistent pace for much of the trip. Expect a driving experience where you'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, making for a predictable and relatively swift journey. The character of the road is geared towards efficiency rather than winding scenic byways.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.6 mi on US 231.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 231 and Montgomery Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 110.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 231 Business / Montgomery Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.2 miles (US 80; US 231; AL 21 / Eastern Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 104.6 miles (US 231; AL 21): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 110.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.6 miles on US 231. 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 Blue Ridge, 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. 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 231 Business / Montgomery Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.2 miles (US 80; US 231; AL 21 / Eastern Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 104.6 miles (US 231; AL 21): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Blue Ridge, AL before heading back.
