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Fall Road Trips in Alabama

Routes

30

Avg Distance

335 mi

Avg Drive

6h 20m

Destinations

28

Alabama in the fall offers a compelling reason to hit the road. With 30 routes averaging 335 miles and nearly 7 hours, you can experience the state's gently rolling terrain. These drives boast excellent EV coverage, with some routes featuring over 45 DC fast chargers. Fall in Alabama means pleasant temperatures and the potential for vibrant foliage across its varied landscapes, making it an ideal time to explore.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$3.90/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$46–$61

One-way, ~335 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~117 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

Climate through the year: Alabama

Alabama peaks at around 91°F in Jul and cools to 55°F / 35°F in Jan. Wettest month is Mar at ~5.7 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 55 35 5 0.4
Feb 59 38 5 0.3
Mar 67 45 5.7 0.5
Apr 75 52 5.1 —
May 82 61 4.9 —
Jun 88 69 4.8 —
Jul 91 72 5.4 —
Aug 91 71 4.4 —
Sep peak 86 65 4 —
Oct peak 76 54 3.3 —
Nov peak 65 43 4.2 —
Dec 57 38 4.9 0.2

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for AL — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Alabama that work well for fall travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 335 miles).
Current regular gas averages $3.90/gallon in Alabama (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $46 and $61. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Sep, Oct, Nov, Alabama typically sees daytime highs in the 65–86°F range with about 3.8 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Fall Routes

Editor's pick

Bayou La Batre, AL → Huntsville, AL

379.8 mi 7h 2m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

This 379-mile route stands out with a drive score of 8 and excellent EV infrastructure, including 37 DC fast chargers. It traverses gently rolling terrain, reaching a maximum elevation of 710 feet and offering access to parks.

Editor's pick

Tillmans Corner, AL → East Florence, AL

379.4 mi 7h 6m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel

Through: Moulton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Another drive with a score of 8, this 379-mile trip also features excellent EV charging with 37 DC fast chargers. It winds through gently rolling terrain and provides park access, topping out at 725 feet in elevation.

Editor's pick

Pennsylvania, AL → Stevenson, AL

374.2 mi 6h 55m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel

Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa → 35: Fort Payne +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Boasting the highest maximum elevation among the picks at 1312 feet, this 374-mile route also scores an 8. It offers excellent EV coverage with a notable 45 DC fast chargers and includes park access within its gently rolling terrain.

Scottsboro, AL → Mobile, AL

371.9 mi 6h 52m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel

Through: Montgomery

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Ardmore, AL

363.3 mi 6h 38m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Decatur, AL → Bayou La Batre, AL

361.6 mi 6h 47m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel

Through: Fultondale → Montgomery

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Florence, AL → Grand Bay, AL

358.5 mi 7h 22m Score: 8/10 ~$55 fuel

Through: Meridian

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Madison, AL → Point Clear, AL

355.8 mi 6h 46m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Spanish Fort

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Chelsea, AL

355.3 mi 6h 31m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Huntsville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Rainbow, AL

351 mi 6h 29m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Athens, AL

349.4 mi 6h 23m Score: 8/10 ~$56 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Huntsville, AL → Loxley, AL

348.5 mi 6h 29m Score: 8/10 ~$54 fuel

Through: Nashville → Fultondale → Montgomery +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Cedar Bluff, AL

343.9 mi 6h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Pennsylvania, AL → Fyffe, AL

342.5 mi 6h 17m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Centre, AL

337.8 mi 6h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$52 fuel

Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Madison, AL → Citronelle, AL

333 mi 6h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$51 fuel

Through: Fultondale → Montgomery

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Priceville, AL

329.5 mi 6h Score: 8/10 ~$51 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Arab, AL

328.5 mi 6h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$53 fuel

Through: 278: Cullman → Double Springs

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Foley, AL → Gadsden, AL

321.8 mi 6h 7m Score: 8/10 ~$52 fuel

Through: Tuscaloosa

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bridgeport, AL → Dothan, AL

315.2 mi 6h 37m Score: 9/10 ~$51 fuel

Through: Rainbow City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Pennsylvania, AL → Red Bay, AL

314.8 mi 6h 13m Score: 8/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Tupelo → 25: Belmont → Iuka

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Attalla, AL

310.1 mi 5h 38m Score: 8/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Huntsville, AL → Atmore, AL

309 mi 5h 40m Score: 8/10 ~$50 fuel

Through: Nashville → Fultondale → Montgomery

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Florence, AL → Brewton, AL

307.1 mi 5h 56m Score: 10/10 ~$49 fuel

Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Monroeville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Dothan, AL → Tuscumbia, AL

305.1 mi 6h 6m Score: 9/10 ~$47 fuel

Through: Ann Street South → Moulton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Dothan, AL → Muscle Shoals, AL

304.7 mi 6h 5m Score: 9/10 ~$49 fuel

Through: Ann Street South → Moulton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mobile, AL → Blountsville, AL

303 mi 5h 45m Score: 8/10 ~$49 fuel

Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa → Trussville +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Dothan, AL → Russellville, AL

302.5 mi 6h 2m Score: 8/10 ~$49 fuel

Through: Ann Street South → Moulton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Dothan, AL → Ardmore, AL

300.5 mi 5h 54m Score: 8/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Ann Street South

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Madison, AL → Atmore, AL

299.7 mi 5h 31m Score: 8/10 ~$46 fuel

Through: Fultondale → Montgomery

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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