Road Trips from Alabama, NY
If you're looking for a weekend escape from Alabama, NY, you've got options ranging from a quick 7.5-hour drive to the heart of New York City to longer hauls that take over 8 hours. Most routes offer a mixed highway and surface road experience, with a few leaning into more turns on local roads. You'll also find plenty of parks nearby on these routes, making them good for a day trip or a longer exploration. Consider a trip to the coast if you're up for a longer drive, or stick closer to the city for a more direct experience.
Total Routes
9
Shortest
7.5h
With Parks Nearby
9
Weekend trip
6 total in this range
New York City, NY
7h 32m355 mi one way
This 355-mile drive to New York City is your most direct route to the metropolis, taking about 7.5 hours. It's a good mix of highway and surface roads, scoring a 9 for its drive quality. You'll have access to parks like African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton National Monument upon arrival.
Manhattan, NY
7h 35m363.2 mi one way
Heading to Manhattan covers 363.2 miles and takes around 7.6 hours. The drive profile is mostly surface roads, with a solid drive score of 9. Nearby parks include General Grant National Memorial and Hamilton Grange National Memorial, offering green spaces close to your destination.
The Bronx, NY
7h 33m362.1 mi one way
This 362.1-mile trip to The Bronx is similar in length to Manhattan, clocking in at 7.6 hours. You'll navigate mostly surface roads with a drive score of 9. Key parks you can visit include Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Hamilton Grange National Memorial.
Hempstead, NY
7h 59m380 mi one way
For a slightly longer drive of 380 miles taking 8 hours, Hempstead offers a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile with a drive score of 9. This route features gently rolling terrain and provides access to parks such as Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Women's Rights National Historical Park.
Brooklyn, NY
7h 45m362 mi one way
A 362-mile journey to Brooklyn will take approximately 7.8 hours. This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' and scores a 9. You'll find parks like Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Statue Of Liberty National Monument within reach.
Long-haul ideas
Huntington, NY
8h 16m390.1 mi one way
This 390.1-mile drive to Huntington takes about 8.3 hours and is recommended for an overnight stay. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile has a drive score of 9 and features gently rolling terrain. Parks nearby include Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Hamilton Grange National Memorial.
Babylon, NY
8h 22m398.8 mi one way
Planning an overnight trip to Babylon covers 398.8 miles and takes roughly 8.4 hours. This 'turn-heavy local drive' route also has a drive score of 9 and gently rolling terrain. You can explore parks like Hamilton Grange National Memorial and General Grant National Memorial.
Islip, NY
8h 31m405.1 mi one way
Islip is your longest option at 405.1 miles, requiring about 8.5 hours and is recommended for an overnight trip. It's a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a drive score of 8. Nearby parks include Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
Browse by Mood
New York City, NY
7h 32m355 mi one way
Manhattan, NY
7h 35m363.2 mi one way
The Bronx, NY
7h 33m362.1 mi one way
Hempstead, NY
7h 59m380 mi one way
New York City, NY
7h 32m355 mi one way
Manhattan, NY
7h 35m363.2 mi one way
The Bronx, NY
7h 33m362.1 mi one way
Hempstead, NY
7h 59m380 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for all routes, with parks like African Burial Ground National Monument and Hamilton Grange National Memorial providing fresh scenery.
Summer
Summer travel is ideal for exploring the numerous parks available, from Castle Clinton National Monument to Statue Of Liberty National Monument, on these longer drives.
Fall
The fall foliage season enhances drives through gently rolling terrain, making routes to Hempstead or Babylon particularly scenic.
Winter
Winter driving may require more caution on the 'turn-heavy local drive' routes, but parks like Federal Hall National Memorial remain accessible.
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