Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
232.4 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
The drive from Bainbridge, GA to Atlanta, GA covers 232.4 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Shotwell Street, Colquitt Highway, Crawford Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
116.2 miles from Bainbridge, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 30m drive with frequent turns across 232.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Shotwell Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Colquitt Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Crawford Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martha Berry Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 185 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chet Atkins Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown Connector | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Bainbridge, GA and Atlanta, GA.
Start on South Broad Street
Turn left onto East Shotwell Street
Take the ramp slight right
Merge slight left onto Colquitt Highway
Continue on Crawford Street
Continue straight
Continue straight
Turn left onto Martha Berry Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
Keep slight right to continue on I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
Continue on Chet Atkins Parkway
Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Continue on Downtown Connector
Take the exit slight right toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
Keep slight right to continue on Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.2 miles or 1h 45m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlanta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bainbridge, 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 Bainbridge, GA
This is one driving day of about 232.4 miles and 3h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.2 mi from Bainbridge, GA · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 116.2 miles from Bainbridge, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Atlanta, 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 Atlanta, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$36.24 one way
$72.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $40.52 | $81.05 |
| premium | $4.78 | $43.72 | $87.43 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $51.46 | $102.91 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.3 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Bainbridge on Saturday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Atlanta on Saturday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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