Road Trips from Brookhaven, GA
If you're in Brookhaven and looking for a quick escape, you've got options. Most of these trips are short, under an hour, and on flat terrain, making them easy day trips. For longer hauls, there are a few destinations that are about a half-day's drive away, all primarily on highways. Several routes offer access to parks like the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, giving you a nature break without going too far.
Total Routes
11
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
10
Under 2 hours
Snellville, GA
39m23.2 mi one way
Fairburn, GA
44m30.3 mi one way
Mableton, GA
36m20.6 mi one way
At 20.6 miles and 0.6 hours, this is a very short drive to Mableton, GA. It uses a mix of highway and surface roads, offering a solid drive score of 8. Unlike some other short trips, this one doesn't list nearby parks, making it a straightforward drive.
Powder Springs, GA
45m27.7 mi one way
Druid Hills, GA
16m6.9 mi one way
At only 6.9 miles and 0.3 hours, this drive to Druid Hills, GA is the quickest from Brookhaven. It's entirely on surface roads with a drive score of 6. This route is best if you prioritize minimal travel time and don't need park access, as none are listed nearby.
Weekend trip
6 total in this range
Cairo, GA
4h 49m241.1 mi one way
This is a longer trip, covering 241.1 miles and taking about 4.8 hours, primarily on the highway. It scores a 9 for the drive and offers access to multiple national parks, including Ocmulgee Mounds. If you're looking for a substantial drive with park opportunities, Cairo is a strong contender.
Valdosta, GA
4h 28m238.1 mi one way
Valdosta is 238.1 miles away, a trip of about 4.5 hours mostly via highway. This route has a drive score of 8 and includes access to national park areas like Ocmulgee Mounds. It's a good option for a longer drive that still gets you there and back within a day.
Adel, GA
4h213.1 mi one way
This 213.1-mile drive to Adel, GA takes around 4 hours, mainly on highways. It boasts a drive score of 8 and provides access to several national parks. If you're aiming for a longer excursion with park visits, Adel is a viable destination.
Statesboro, GA
4h 11m219.5 mi one way
Camilla, GA
4h 12m215.1 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Cairo, GA
4h 49m241.1 mi one way
Valdosta, GA
4h 28m238.1 mi one way
Adel, GA
4h213.1 mi one way
Statesboro, GA
4h 11m219.5 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant, flat terrain for all these drives. Nearby parks like the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area are ideal for enjoying blooming flora.
Summer
The mostly flat terrain makes all these drives accessible in summer. Longer highway routes to places like Valdosta allow for exploring parks at a moderate pace.
Fall
Autumn's cooler weather is perfect for the highway-focused trips to southern Georgia. Parks accessible from routes like the one to Cairo offer beautiful fall foliage.
Winter
Winter drives are straightforward on the flat terrain. Shorter trips to places like Tucker are easy, and the longer highway routes remain open and accessible.
Starting Somewhere Else?
Other nearby cities with their own escape planners.
Ready to plan?
Pick any destination above for full turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost, rest stops, and weather. Or visit the Brookhaven, GA city hub for all incoming and outgoing routes.