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
4
Shortest
4.2h
With Parks Nearby
4
Weekend trip
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.
Statesboro, GA
4h 11m219.5 mi one way
Pooler, GA
4h 43m252.4 mi one way
Pooler, GA is 252.4 miles away, a 4.7-hour trip that is mostly highway. With a drive score of 8, this is the longest option available and offers access to national parks. It's ideal if you want to maximize your driving time and explore areas with historical and recreational sites.
Browse by Mood
Cairo, GA
4h 49m241.1 mi one way
Valdosta, GA
4h 28m238.1 mi one way
Statesboro, GA
4h 11m219.5 mi one way
Pooler, GA
4h 43m252.4 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.