DeKalb County, GA Road Trips

With 5 routes heading out and 3 heading in, DeKalb County, GA works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. Most drives stay under 28 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from DeKalb County, GA spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.

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Trip Routes

8

Longest Drive

56.7 mi

Smyrna, GA

Quickest Drive

18m

Atlanta, GA

Plan Around DeKalb County, GA

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if DeKalb County, GA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Alpharetta, GA to DeKalb County, GA 29.2 mi · 40m Brookhaven, GA to DeKalb County, GA 12 mi · 25m Atlanta, GA to DeKalb County, GA 10.1 mi · 18m

Continue From DeKalb County, GA

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

DeKalb County, GA to Smyrna, GA 56.7 mi · 1h 11m DeKalb County, GA to Marietta, GA 31.2 mi · 41m DeKalb County, GA to Johns Creek, GA 22.7 mi · 35m DeKalb County, GA to Dunwoody, GA 15.7 mi · 25m

Trips from DeKalb County, GA

DeKalb County, GA to Smyrna, GA

56.7 mi 1h 11m

DeKalb County, GA to Marietta, GA

31.2 mi 41m

DeKalb County, GA to Johns Creek, GA

22.7 mi 35m

DeKalb County, GA to Dunwoody, GA

15.7 mi 25m

DeKalb County, GA to Brookhaven, GA

11.8 mi 23m

Driving from DeKalb County, GA

Expect an average of 28 miles and about 39m behind the wheel when leaving DeKalb County, GA. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 57 miles (1h 11m), while the shortest is just 12 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from DeKalb County, GA include Smyrna, GA (56.7 mi, 1h 11m), Marietta, GA (31.2 mi, 41m), Johns Creek, GA (22.7 mi, 35m), Dunwoody, GA (15.7 mi, 25m), and Brookhaven, GA (11.8 mi, 23m). 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 28-mile trip from DeKalb County, GA, budget about $4 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 5 mapped routes leaving DeKalb County, GA and 3 routes heading into DeKalb County, GA, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 12 to 57 miles.

The longest mapped route from DeKalb County, GA covers 57 miles and takes approximately 1h 11m. Shorter options start at just 12 miles.

The average route from DeKalb County, GA runs about 28 miles with a drive time of roughly 39m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 28-mile trip from DeKalb County, GA costs roughly $4 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from DeKalb County, GA include Smyrna, GA, Marietta, GA, Johns Creek, GA and Dunwoody, GA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.