Buford, GA Road Trips
With 6 routes heading out and 4 heading in, Buford, GA works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. Most drives stay under 43 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Buford, GA head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
10
Longest Drive
225.4 mi
Minnesota, GA
Quickest Drive
26m
Gainesville, GA
Plan Around Buford, GA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Buford, GA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Buford, GA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Buford, GA
Driving from Buford, GA
The typical drive from Buford, GA covers about 43 miles and takes around 56m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 117 miles (2h 17m), while the shortest is just 17 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Buford, GA most often head toward Macon, GA (117.2 mi, 2h 17m), Marietta, GA (44.7 mi, 53m), Atlanta, GA (38.4 mi, 48m), Alpharetta, GA (24.8 mi, 38m), and Gainesville, GA (18.8 mi, 26m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in GA currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 43-mile trip from Buford, GA, budget about $7 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Buford, GA and 4 routes heading into Buford, GA, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 17 to 117 miles.
The longest mapped route from Buford, GA covers 117 miles and takes approximately 2h 17m. Shorter options start at just 17 miles.
The average route from Buford, GA runs about 43 miles with a drive time of roughly 56m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 43-mile trip from Buford, GA costs roughly $7 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Buford, GA include Macon, GA, Marietta, GA, Atlanta, GA and Alpharetta, GA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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