Origin
Atlanta, GA
Night in Atlanta on Sunday
Local time
10:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Atlanta, GA to Alamo, GA
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
160.3 mi
258 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
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6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 12m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Atlanta, GA
Kelly
Alamo, GA
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Traveling from Atlanta to Alamo covers 160.3 miles through the heart of Georgia. You can expect a drive time of approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes, making this a very manageable day trip. Since the journey is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you to head out and back in a single day. Budgeting about $26 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit across these southeastern regions. This route is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, serving as a straightforward connection between the capital and your destination. It is a practical choice if you value a predictable travel experience without the need for complex planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.1 miles from Atlanta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily weighted toward highway travel, with 98% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-75, I-16, and US-319, which provides a consistent, high-velocity experience. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, where you will spend 77.1 miles cruising along I-75. While the transition from major interstates to US-319 shifts the pace slightly, the overall character remains focused on steady progress. You should be prepared for a predominantly highway-focused drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic alternatives.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 16. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 160.3 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
69.1 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward Macon, Savannah
8
81.3 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 165
Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
6
132.4 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 319, US 441: Dublin, McRae
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 51
Toward US 319, US 441: Dublin, McRae
Towns Along This Route
Between Atlanta, GA and Alamo, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Mcrae.
Macon
69.1 mi in
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~1h 18m
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via I 75
Savannah
69.1 mi in
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~1h 18m
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via I 75
Mcrae
132.4 mi in
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~2h 27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 77.1 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 16 | 50 mi | 53m |
| US 319 | 16.6 mi | 22m |
| GA 126 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| James Wendell George Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| GA 46 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Downtown Connector | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Pulliam Street Southwest | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 77.1 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlanta, GA and Alamo, GA.
1
Start on Capitol Avenue Southeast
195 ft
·
9 sec
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Capitol Avenue Southeast
2
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
434 ft
·
16 sec
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Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto Washington Street Southwest
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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Washington Street Southwest
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on Pulliam Street Southwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Pulliam Street Southwest
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South
6
Merge onto I 75; I 85
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
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Downtown Connector
7
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 75
Toward Macon, Savannah
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 165
Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 16
50 mi
·
53 min
·
I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 51
Toward US 319, US 441: Dublin, McRae
13
Turn right onto US 319; US 441; GA 31; GA 117
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US 319; US 441; GA 31; GA 117
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn sharp left onto GA 46; GA 126
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 46; GA 126
15
Turn slight right onto GA 126
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
GA 126
16
Turn right
65 ft
·
4 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To keep your travel stress-free, aim to leave Atlanta during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the initial interstate segments. Given the 3-hour duration, scheduling just one stop is usually sufficient to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on major thoroughfares, so maintain a steady pace throughout your 160.3-mile trek. Because this is a compact trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure based on your personal schedule without needing an elaborate itinerary. As a final tip, double-check your fuel levels before leaving the metro area, as the $26 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on where you choose to fill up along the highway.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.1 miles from Atlanta, GA, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.1 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alamo, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Atlanta, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Atlanta, GA
This is one driving day of about 160.3 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Atlanta, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 77.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.1 mi from Atlanta, GA · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.1 miles from Atlanta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.1 miles.
Arriving in Alamo, GA
The final approach into Alamo, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alamo, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.65 one way
$51.31 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $27.95 | $55.90 |
| premium | $4.78 | $30.15 | $60.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.61 | $71.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.83 | $7.69 |
| Efficient EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.03 | $6.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.1 | 0 | $22.44 | $10.26 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Alamo, GA
Night in Alamo on Sunday
Local time
10:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Abbeville, GA
80 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
28 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 5m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Atlanta, GA to Alamo, GA covers 160.3 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 16, US 319. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.1 miles from Atlanta, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 160.3 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Atlanta, GA and Alamo, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Mcrae.
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