Origin
Auburn, GA
Night in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, GA to Dunwoody, GA
Drive Time
47m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, GA
Alyssa Rose
Dunwoody, GA
Thomas K
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Auburn to Dunwoody, you are looking at a straightforward 33.3-mile journey across Georgia. You can easily complete this drive in about 47 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a one-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly cost-effective route for commuters or weekend travelers alike. Since both locations are situated in the Southeast, you will remain within the same regional landscape throughout your travel. Because of the manageable distance and time commitment, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging, allowing you maximum flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
16.7 miles from Auburn, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
This mixed-profile drive transitions through a variety of road types, with about 58% of your time spent on highways. You will navigate a combination of Winder Highway and I-85, which helps you cover the distance efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 10.3-mile segment along University Parkway. Expect the driving experience to shift from local roads to faster interstate speeds as you progress toward your destination. It is a functional, no-nonsense route that balances local road navigation with the steady pace of an interstate transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
University Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mount Moriah Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 33.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mount Moriah Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Mount Moriah Road
Turn left onto Mount Moriah Road
Navigation decision point
7
16.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 South: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 85 South: Atlanta
8
26.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 95B
Toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingh...
8
27.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
8
30.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward North Peachtree Road, North Shallowford Road, Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 30
Toward North Peachtree Road, North Shallowford...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Auburn, GA to Dunwoody, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Birmingham
26.7 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Parkway | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| I 85 | 9 mi | 9m |
| Winder Highway | 4 mi | 6m |
| Atlanta Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Chamblee Dunwoody Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North Shallowford Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Cotillion Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 10.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, GA and Dunwoody, GA.
1
Start on 4th Avenue
83 ft
·
11 sec
·
4th Avenue
2
Turn left onto Mount Moriah Road
302 ft
·
10 sec
·
Mount Moriah Road
3
Turn right onto GA 8
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Atlanta Highway
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US 29 Business; GA 8
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Winder Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto GA 316; US 29; GA 8
10 mi
·
14 min
·
University Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 85 South: Atlanta
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 85
9.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 85
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 95B
Toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 285
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 30
Toward North Peachtree Road, North Shallowford Road, Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on Cotillion Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cotillion Drive
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto North Shallowford Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Shallowford Road
14
Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Way
404 ft
·
11 sec
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Way
15
Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Road
Use the none lane.
16
Turn left
90 ft
·
2 sec
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 47-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 33.3-mile distance is short enough to drive straight through without a break. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns when you merge onto I-85, as highway congestion can often impact your total travel time. Given the low $5 fuel requirement, you can focus your budget on other aspects of your destination rather than gas expenses. Staying alert during the transition from University Parkway to the interstate will ensure a smooth and predictable arrival in Dunwoody.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 16.7 miles from Auburn, GA, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.3 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 33.3 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.7 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dunwoody, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, 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 Auburn, GA
This is one driving day of about 33.3 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburn, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on University Parkway for about 10.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from Auburn, GA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Auburn, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dunwoody, GA
The final approach into Dunwoody, 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 Dunwoody, 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
$5.33 one way
$10.66 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.81 | $11.61 |
| premium | $4.78 | $6.26 | $12.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Dunwoody, GA
Night in Dunwoody on Sunday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Cleveland, TN
17 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
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m 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 Auburn, GA to Dunwoody, GA covers 33.3 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University Parkway, I 85, Winder Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.7 miles from Auburn, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.33 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 33.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mount Moriah Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Auburn, GA to Dunwoody, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
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