The drive from Brookhaven, GA to Swainsboro, GA covers 187.3 miles and takes about 3h 38m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, I 16, US 221 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 77.1 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.29 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
93.7 miles from Brookhaven, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 38m. Total distance: 187.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 38m highway drive covering 187.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 16. The longest continuous stretch is about 77.1 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 187.3 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: at 0.3 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Turn sharp left onto GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
14.4 mi into trip|~23m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
79.2 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|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 straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Macon, Savannah
8
91.5 mi into trip|~1h 48m 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
168.8 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton, Swainsboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 78
Toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton, Swainsboro
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brookhaven, GA and Swainsboro, GA, road signs point toward Macon and Savannah.
Macon
79.2 mi in|~1h 34m|via I 75
Savannah
79.2 mi in|~1h 34m|via I 75
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
77.1 mi
1h 25m
I 16
76.2 mi
1h 22m
US 221
8.7 mi
11m
West Street
7.4 mi
11m
Downtown Connector
5 mi
6m
James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi
3m
West Main Street
2.1 mi
3m
North Druid Hills Road
1.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 77.1 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven, GA and Swainsboro, GA.
1
Start on this road
397 ft·34 sec·this road
2
Turn left
63 ft·9 sec
3
Turn left
139 ft·12 sec
4
Turn right onto GA 141
432 ft·10 sec·Peachtree Road Northeast
5
Turn right onto Dresden Drive Northeast
195 ft·10 sec·Dresden Drive Northeast
6
Take the ramp
176 ft·12 sec
7
Turn sharp left onto GA 141
0.2 mi·25 sec·Peachtree Road Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto North Druid Hills Road
1.9 mi·3 min·North Druid Hills Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto GA 13
1.2 mi·2 min·Buford Highway
10
Continue on GA 13
1.8 mi·2 min·Buford-Spring Connector
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 85
1.2 mi·1 min·Northeast Expressway
13
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi·6 min·Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi·3 min·James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
12 mi·13 min·I 75
Toward Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Exit 165Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, SavannahUse the slight right lane.
18
Continue on I 16
76 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 78Toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton, Swainsboro
20
Turn left onto US 221; GA 56
1.9 mi·2 min·US 221; GA 56
21
Continue on US 221; 171
6.8 mi·9 min·US 221; 171
22
Turn right onto US 80; GA 26
7.4 mi·11 min·West Street
23
Continue on US 80; GA 26
2.1 mi·3 min·West Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
Turn right
71 ft·7 sec
25
Turn right
103 ft·7 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 93.7 miles from Brookhaven, GA, or about 1h 50m 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 41 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 1h 50m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Swainsboro, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, GA
This is one driving day of about 187.3 miles and 3h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Brookhaven, 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 93.7 mi from Brookhaven, GA
· 1h 50m into the drive
The midpoint is around 93.7 miles from Brookhaven, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Swainsboro, GA
The final approach into Swainsboro, 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 Swainsboro, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 96.9
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.29 one way
$58.58 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$32.03
$64.05
premium
$4.70
$34.67
$69.33
diesel
$5.61
$41.35
$82.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.2
0
$19.67
$8.99
Efficient EV
46.8
0
$16.39
$7.49
EV Truck/SUV
74.9
0
$26.22
$11.99
Gas CO2
66 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Brookhaven, GA
Morning
in Brookhaven on Saturday
Local time
8:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Swainsboro, GA
Morning
in Swainsboro on Saturday
Local time
8:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Jackson, GA
94 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
1 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 38m 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 Brookhaven, GA to Swainsboro, GA covers 187.3 miles and takes about 3h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 16, US 221. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.7 miles from Brookhaven, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.29 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 is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 187.3 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: at 0.3 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Brookhaven, GA and Swainsboro, GA, road signs point toward Macon and Savannah.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
