Scenic Drives in Alabama
Routes
60
Avg Distance
354 mi
Avg Drive
6h 37m
Destinations
36
Alabama's scenic drives often feature gently rolling terrain, with routes averaging around 354 miles and taking about 7 hours to complete. The drive scores for these trips range up to 8, highlighting enjoyable routes across the state. With 60 total routes, you can explore diverse landscapes, from coastal areas to inland destinations, often passing through areas with park access. Some routes offer excellent EV coverage, with up to 37 DC fast chargers.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$3.72/gal
Diesel: $5.60/gal
Typical trip cost
$48–$56
One-way, ~354 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~124 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-08-31
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.
| 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 | 86 | 65 | 4 | — |
| Oct | 76 | 54 | 3.3 | — |
| Nov | 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
- Scenic routes often have fewer gas stations and services. Top off your tank before heading into mountainous or rural stretches.
- Budget extra time for scenic drives — pulling over for views, photos, and short hikes is half the point.
- Check weather conditions for mountain passes and high-elevation stretches, especially in shoulder seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Top Scenic Routes
Editor's pick
Bayou La Batre, AL → Huntsville, AL
This route scores an 8 for its drive and travels through gently rolling terrain up to 710 feet in elevation. It provides access to parks, making it a great option for nature lovers covering nearly 380 miles.
Editor's pick
Tillmans Corner, AL → Florence, AL
Through: Moulton
Another drive with a score of 8, this trip also features gently rolling terrain and reaches a maximum elevation of 701 feet. Spanning approximately 379 miles, it includes park access for a more immersive experience.
Editor's pick
Tillmans Corner, AL → East Florence, AL
Through: Moulton
Standing out with excellent EV coverage and 37 DC fast chargers, this 379-mile route also boasts a drive score of 8. The gently rolling terrain and maximum elevation of 725 feet, along with park access, make it a compelling choice.
Grand Bay, AL → Huntsville, AL
Fairhope, AL → Florence, AL
Through: Moulton
Gulf Shores, AL → Huntsville, AL
East Florence, AL → Fairhope, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Spanish Fort
Pennsylvania, AL → Stevenson, AL
Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa → 35: Fort Payne +1 more
Scottsboro, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Montgomery
Mobile, AL → Florence, AL
Through: Moulton
Sheffield, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery
Mobile, AL → Owens Cross Roads, AL
Through: Huntsville
Hazel Green, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Nashville → Fultondale → Montgomery
Spanish Fort, AL → Florence, AL
Through: Moulton
Foley, AL → Huntsville, AL
Mobile, AL → Ardmore, AL
Decatur, AL → Bayou La Batre, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery
Saraland, AL → Florence, AL
Through: Moulton
Decatur, AL → Orange Beach, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Bay Minette +1 more
Fairhope, AL → Huntsville, AL
Florence, AL → Grand Bay, AL
Through: Meridian
Satsuma, AL → Florence, AL
Through: Moulton
Mobile, AL → Sylvania, AL
Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa
Harvest, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Nashville → Fultondale → Montgomery
Fyffe, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Montgomery
Decatur, AL → Gulf Shores, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Bay Minette +1 more
Lincoln, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Nashville → Fultondale → Montgomery
Madison, AL → Point Clear, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Spanish Fort
Mobile, AL → Huntsville, AL
Mobile, AL → Chelsea, AL
Through: Huntsville
Madison, AL → Foley, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Bay Minette +1 more
Madison, AL → Elberta, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Uriah
Daphne, AL → Huntsville, AL
Henagar, AL → Pennsylvania, AL
Through: Montgomery
Prichard, AL → Huntsville, AL
Mobile, AL → Rainbow, AL
Madison, AL → Fairhope, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Spanish Fort
Mobile, AL → Athens, AL
Huntsville, AL → Loxley, AL
Through: Nashville → Fultondale → Montgomery +2 more
Florence, AL → Theodore, AL
Through: Meridian
Madison, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery
Mobile, AL → Cedar Bluff, AL
Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa
Pennsylvania, AL → Fyffe, AL
Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa
Satsuma, AL → Huntsville, AL
Crossville, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Montgomery
Madison, AL → Spanish Fort, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery
Mobile, AL → Moulton, AL
Mobile, AL → Centre, AL
Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa
Mobile, AL → Decatur, AL
Decatur, AL → Daphne, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Spanish Fort
Decatur, AL → Robertsdale, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Bay Minette +1 more
Robertsdale, AL → Decatur, AL
Decatur, AL → Prichard, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery
Satsuma, AL → Madison, AL
Madison, AL → Citronelle, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery
Madison, AL → Creola, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery
Mobile, AL → Collinsville, AL
Through: Gadsden → Tuscaloosa
Bear Creek, AL → Mobile, AL
Through: Meridian
Mobile, AL → Priceville, AL
Decatur, AL → Loxley, AL
Through: Fultondale → Montgomery → Bay Minette +1 more