Road Trips from Dothan, AL
Planning a weekend escape from Dothan? You've got options ranging from quick hops to longer hauls. If you're looking for a short drive with a decent score, there are several destinations within a 3-4 hour radius, many featuring the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. For a more substantial road trip, consider heading further north where you'll find options over 300 miles with higher drive scores and the possibility of visiting the Freedom Riders National Monument. Most of these routes are mostly highway, with flat to gently rolling terrain, making them straightforward drives.
Total Routes
41
Shortest
0.5h
With Parks Nearby
36
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Wilsonville, AL
3h 38m170.7 mi one way
This 170.7-mile drive takes about 3.6 hours and offers a drive score of 8. You'll be on mostly highway through flat terrain and have access to the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, making it a good choice for a history-focused day trip.
Chelsea, AL
3h 56m183 mi one way
Clocking in at 183 miles and 3.9 hours, this route offers a solid drive score of 8. It's a mostly highway journey over flat terrain, and importantly, it provides access to the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, similar to Wilsonville.
Montevallo, AL
3h 32m169 mi one way
This 169-mile trip to Montevallo will take around 3.5 hours. The drive has a good score of 8, traversing mostly highway and flat terrain. Like several other northern Alabama destinations, it includes access to the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.
Thorsby, AL
3h 12m149.8 mi one way
At 149.8 miles, this trip lands you in Thorsby in about 3.2 hours. It's a mostly highway drive across flat terrain. While it has parks nearby, it doesn't have a specific landmark highlighted like some other longer routes.
Weekend trip
36 total in this range
Muscle Shoals, AL
6h 5m304.7 mi one way
For a longer excursion, Muscle Shoals is 304.7 miles away, requiring about 6.1 hours. This route boasts a high drive score of 9 and gently rolling terrain. It also offers access to the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.
Mount Vernon, AL
5h 22m252.1 mi one way
At 252.1 miles and 5.4 hours, this option offers a high drive score of 9 and gently rolling terrain. A key feature is the proximity to the Freedom Riders National Monument, distinguishing it from routes focused on Birmingham.
Lineville, AL
4h 5m180.6 mi one way
This 180.6-mile trip to Lineville takes about 4.1 hours with a strong drive score of 9. The terrain is gently rolling. It's a notable option due to its proximity to the Freedom Riders National Monument.
Tuscumbia, AL
6h 6m305.1 mi one way
Tuscumbia is a longer drive at 305.1 miles, taking roughly 6.1 hours, but offers a top drive score of 9. The terrain is gently rolling. It provides access to the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, similar to other routes heading toward central Alabama.
Bear Creek, AL
5h 42m280.9 mi one way
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Muscle Shoals, AL
6h 5m304.7 mi one way
Mount Vernon, AL
5h 22m252.1 mi one way
Lineville, AL
4h 5m180.6 mi one way
Tuscumbia, AL
6h 6m305.1 mi one way
Tuscumbia, AL
6h 6m305.1 mi one way
Cullman, AL
4h 50m242 mi one way
Oneonta, AL
4h 50m232.2 mi one way
Leesburg, AL
5h 8m243.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The flat and gently rolling terrain is pleasant for driving, and access to parks and historical monuments like the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument makes for enjoyable outings.
Summer
Mostly highway routes with flat terrain are good for covering distance. Consider destinations with nearby parks for potential outdoor stops on your longer drives.
Fall
The drive score is high across many routes, suggesting smooth travel. Gently rolling terrain can offer pleasant views as you head north towards historical sites.
Winter
These mostly highway routes with flat terrain are generally easy to navigate. Focus on destinations with higher drive scores for efficient travel during colder months.
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