What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Dothan?

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Dothan is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainesville to Dothan?

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to Dothan is to bus and fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $70 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville and Dothan?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to Dothan. However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at Dothan via Atlanta Bus Station and Montgomery Intermodal Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Gainesville to Dothan?

The distance between Gainesville and Dothan is 245 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gainesville to Dothan without a car?

The best way to get from Gainesville to Dothan without a car is to bus which takes 7h 48m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Gainesville to Dothan?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Gainesville to Dothan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to Dothan bus from?

Gainesville to Dothan bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Gainesville station.

Where does the Gainesville to Dothan bus arrive?

Gainesville to Dothan bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Gainesville and Dothan?

Dothan is 1h behind Gainesville. It is currently 5:53 AM in Gainesville and 4:53 AM in Dothan.

Can I drive from Gainesville to Dothan?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to Dothan is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Gainesville to Dothan.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gainesville to Dothan?

Book your Gainesville to Dothan bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dothan?

There are 41+ hotels available in Dothan.

Gainesville to Dothan - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

How to get fromGainesville to Dothan

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Gainesville to Dothan by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Dothan Regional Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Dothan Regional Airport (DHN)plane ATL - DHN
3h 46m
$75–373
Drive 258.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainesville to Dothancar 258.8 mi
4h 34m
$48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Montgomery Intermodal Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Montgomery Intermodal Center to Dothanbus
7h 48m
$59–109
Bus, fly to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)plane ATL - ECP
3. Drive from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to Dothancar
5h 9m
$86–404

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Dothan Regional Airport (DHN) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 6mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gainesville to Dothan.

Launch map view

Distance: 243.8 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Gainesville, GA, USA and Dothan, AL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Gainesville to Dothan via Gainesville, Atlanta Bus Station, and Montgomery Intermodal Center in around 7h 48m.

Airlines

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Travelling to the US: What do I need to know?

Rome2Rio’s travel guides to the US tell you the best ways to explore the country, from Amtrak to Greyhound to the New York Subway.

Read the travel guide Travelling to the US: What do I need to know?

Need to know: Greyhound

Rome2Rio’s guide on the bus operator has all the information you need

Read the travel guide Need to know: Greyhound

How to get fromGainesville to Dothanby bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

There are 4 ways to get from Gainesville to Dothan by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

Bus, fly to Dothan Regional Airport

Drive 258.8 mi

Bus

Bus, fly to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, drive