Origin
Brookhaven, GA
Evening in Brookhaven on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookhaven, GA to Athens, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
64.1 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookhaven, GA
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Athens, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brookhaven, GA to Athens, GA covers 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Peachtree Road Northeast, Peachtree Road, Chamblee Tucker Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.02 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
32.1 miles from Brookhaven, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 24m drive with frequent turns across 64.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Peachtree Road Northeast is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Brookhaven, GA to Athens, GA is easy. At 1h 24m 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 Brookhaven, GA to Athens, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Road Northeast | — | — |
| Peachtree Road | — | — |
| Chamblee Tucker Road | — | — |
| I 85 North | — | — |
| Northeast Expressway | — | — |
| Highway 85 | — | — |
| GA 316 East | — | — |
| University Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Peachtree Road Northeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven, GA and Athens, GA.
1
Start on the route
397 ft
·
34 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
62 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn left
138 ft
·
13 sec
4
Turn right onto Peachtree Road Northeast
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
5
Continue on Peachtree Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Peachtree Road
6
Turn right onto Chamblee Tucker Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Chamblee Tucker Road
7
Take the ramp left toward I 85 North: Greenville
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 85 North: Greenville
8
Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Expressway
9
Continue on Interstate Highway 85
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Interstate Highway 85
10
Take the exit slight right toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
11
Continue on University Parkway
38 mi
·
47 min
·
University Parkway
12
Take the exit slight left
381 ft
·
12 sec
13
Turn left onto Oconee Connector
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Oconee Connector
14
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
15
Merge slight left onto Inner Loop 10
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Inner Loop 10
16
Continue on GA Inner Loop 10
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
GA Inner Loop 10
17
Continue on Inner Loop 10
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Inner Loop 10
18
Take the exit slight right toward US 129 North: Prince Avenue, Jefferson
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 129 North: Prince Avenue, Jefferson
19
Keep slight left
194 ft
·
12 sec
20
Turn left onto Prince Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Prince Avenue
21
Continue on West Dougherty Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Dougherty Street
22
Turn left onto North Lumpkin Street
102 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Lumpkin Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 32.1 miles from Brookhaven, GA, or about 42m 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 14 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.1 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Athens, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Brookhaven, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brookhaven, GA
This is one driving day of about 64.1 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Brookhaven, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.1 mi from Brookhaven, GA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Brookhaven, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Athens, GA
The final approach into Athens, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.02 one way
$20.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.96 | $21.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.86 | $23.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Athens, GA
Evening in Athens on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Auburn, GA
32 mi in
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
3 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
1h 24m 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 Athens, GA covers 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Peachtree Road Northeast, Peachtree Road, Chamblee Tucker Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.1 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 $10.02 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.
The drive from Brookhaven, GA to Athens, GA is easy. At 1h 24m 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 Brookhaven, GA to Athens, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brookhaven, GA to Athens, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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