Road Trips from Decatur, AL
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
38
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
25
Under 2 hours
16 total in this range
Full-day getaway
18 total in this range
Ragland, AL
2h 25m98.7 mi one way
Alexandria, AL
2h 21m97.3 mi one way
Ballplay, AL
2h 18m92.5 mi one way
Jacksonville, AL
2h 31m101.5 mi one way
Hokes Bluff, AL
2h 8m86.8 mi one way
Weekend trip
Browse by Mood
Ragland, AL
2h 25m98.7 mi one way
Boaz, AL
1h 41m67.2 mi one way
Alexandria, AL
2h 21m97.3 mi one way
Ballplay, AL
2h 18m92.5 mi one way
Jacksonville, AL
2h 31m101.5 mi one way
Tuscaloosa, AL
2h 36m136.7 mi one way
Evergreen, AL
3h 34m162.1 mi one way
Madison, AL
23m16.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Mild temps before summer humidity sets in.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
This is the sweet spot — mild and dry for road trips.
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