Trip from Atlanta, GA to Arlington, GA

Drive Time

3h 47m

Distance

190.4 mi

306 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 35m ★

6 AM

3h 47m

8 AM

4h 13m

10 AM

3h 56m

12 PM

3h 54m

3 PM

3h 57m

5 PM

4h 11m

8 PM

3h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Atlanta, GA

Kelly

Arlington, GA

S.A. Bond

Trip Overview

Traveling from Atlanta to Arlington covers 190.4 miles of Georgia’s Southeast landscape. Expect a travel time of approximately 3 hours and 47 minutes, making this a manageable one-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-85, Chet Atkins Parkway, and Martha Berry Highway. Budgeting around $30 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the entire trip takes place within the state of Georgia, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is a straightforward excursion, ideal for those who prefer a single-day commitment over a multi-day journey.

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

95.2 miles from Atlanta, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused drive is split between fast-paced interstate travel and regional corridors. With 65% of your journey spent on highways, you will encounter a mix of traffic flow and open road. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, covering 55.5 miles along I-85. As you transition from the interstate to the Chet Atkins Parkway and Martha Berry Highway, the character of the road shifts from high-speed transit to more standard highway driving. You should be prepared for the transition in pace as you head south toward Arlington.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

957 ft 282 ft

Total Climb

276 ft

Total Descent

863 ft

Highest Point

957 ft

~39.7 mi in

Elevation Range

675 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Atlanta, GA to Arlington, GA is easy. At 3h 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Atlanta, GA to Arlington, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest	Unavailable	Refreshing
Washington Street Southwest	Unavailable	Refreshing
Pulliam Street Southwest	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 75 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
Downtown Connector	Unavailable	Refreshing
James Wendell George Parkway	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 85 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
Chet Atkins Parkway	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Atlanta, GA and Arlington, GA.

Start on Capitol Avenue Southeast

194 ft · 9 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast

Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest

433 ft · 16 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest

Turn left onto Washington Street Southwest

0.4 mi · 51 sec · Washington Street Southwest

Continue on Pulliam Street Southwest

0.6 mi · 1 min · Pulliam Street Southwest

Take the ramp straight toward I 75 South, I 85 South

0.2 mi · 24 sec · I 75 South, I 85 South

Merge slight left onto Downtown Connector

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Downtown Connector

Continue on James Wendell George Parkway

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway

Keep slight right to continue on I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery

56 mi · 1 hr · I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery

Keep slight right to continue on Chet Atkins Parkway

51 mi · 55 min · Chet Atkins Parkway

Take the exit slight right toward US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA 520 East: Cusseta, Albany

0.2 mi · 25 sec · US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA 520 East: Cusseta, Albany

Merge slight left onto Victory Drive

12 mi · 15 min · Victory Drive

Continue on Martha Berry Highway

36 mi · 42 min · Martha Berry Highway

Continue straight

16 mi · 20 min

Turn left onto East Hartford Road

7.2 mi · 10 min · East Hartford Road

Turn right onto Turner Street

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Turner Street

Continue on Depot Avenue South

7.8 mi · 13 min · Depot Avenue South

Turn left onto Pioneer Road

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Pioneer Road

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3 hour and 47 minute drive, plan to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion when leaving Atlanta. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break to refuel and stretch your legs before tackling the remaining distance. Keep your $30 fuel budget in mind when selecting your stops along the highway corridors. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule if you encounter delays on the longer interstate portions. Always monitor your progress on the Martha Berry Highway, as local road conditions can vary compared to the initial interstate leg.

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 95.2 miles from Atlanta, GA, or about 1h 53m into the drive.

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 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 95.2 miles or 1h 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Atlanta, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 190.4 miles and 3h 47m.

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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 95.2 mi from Atlanta, GA · 1h 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dadeville, AL

95 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

Dadeville, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dadeville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 95.2 miles from Atlanta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Arlington, GA

The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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

$30.47 one way

$60.94 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$33.20	$66.40
premium	$4.78	$35.82	$71.63
diesel	$5.64	$42.30	$84.60

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	57.1	$19.99	$9.14
Efficient EV	47.6	$16.66	$7.62
EV Truck/SUV	76.2	$26.66	$12.19

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Atlanta, GA

Afternoon in Atlanta on Monday

Local time

2:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Sunny

S 0 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 5:07AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 4:03AM EDT until April 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Destination

Arlington, GA

Afternoon in Arlington on Monday

Local time

2:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Sunny

SE 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 5:07AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 4:03AM EDT until April 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 47m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Arlington, GA covers 190.4 miles and takes about 3h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest, Washington Street Southwest, Pulliam Street Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 95.2 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 $30.47 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.

The drive from Atlanta, GA to Arlington, GA is easy. At 3h 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Atlanta, GA to Arlington, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Atlanta, GA to Arlington, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 282 ft to 957 ft elevation with about 276 ft of total climbing.

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Trip from Atlanta, GA to Arlington, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Arlington, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Atlanta, GA

Arlington, GA

Same local time

Very similar conditions

3h 47m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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