Origin
Brookhaven, GA
Morning in Brookhaven on Saturday
Local time
6:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookhaven, GA to Swainsboro, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 38m
Distance
187.3 mi
301 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 26m
★
6 AM
3h 39m
8 AM
4h 4m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 45m
3 PM
3h 49m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 31m
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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Swainsboro, GA
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Trip Overview
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 Peachtree Road Northeast, Dresden Drive Northeast, North Druid Hills Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. 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 49m into the drive .
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 (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 38m drive with frequent turns across 187.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brookhaven, GA to Swainsboro, GA is easy. At 3h 38m 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 Swainsboro, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Road Northeast | — | — |
| Dresden Drive Northeast | — | — |
| North Druid Hills Road | — | — |
| Buford Highway | — | — |
| Buford-Spring Connector | — | — |
| Northeast Expressway | — | — |
| Downtown Connector | — | — |
| James Wendell George 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 Swainsboro, 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
433 ft
·
11 sec
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
5
Turn right onto Dresden Drive Northeast
197 ft
·
11 sec
·
Dresden Drive Northeast
6
Take the ramp left
177 ft
·
12 sec
7
Turn sharp left onto Peachtree Road Northeast
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
8
Turn left onto North Druid Hills Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Druid Hills Road
9
Turn right onto Buford Highway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Buford Highway
10
Continue on Buford-Spring Connector
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Buford-Spring Connector
11
Take the exit slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Expressway
13
Continue on Downtown Connector
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
14
Continue on James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
15
Keep slight left
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
16
Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Macon, Savannah
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
18
Continue straight
76 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 221, GA 56: Soperton, Swainsboro
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
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US 221, GA 56: Soperton, Swainsboro
20
Turn left
1.9 mi
·
2 min
21
Continue straight
6.8 mi
·
9 min
22
Turn right onto West Street
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
West Street
23
Continue on West Main Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
24
Turn right
72 ft
·
7 sec
25
Turn right
105 ft
·
8 sec
26
Arrive at your 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 49m 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 41 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 1h 49m 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 59m
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.7 mi from Brookhaven, GA · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.29 one way
$58.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 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.
Destination
Swainsboro, GA
Morning in Swainsboro on Saturday
Local time
6:41 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 Peachtree Road Northeast, Dresden Drive Northeast, North Druid Hills Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
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.
The drive from Brookhaven, GA to Swainsboro, GA is easy. At 3h 38m 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 Swainsboro, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brookhaven, GA to Swainsboro, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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