Origin
Cedartown, GA
Evening in Cedartown on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedartown, GA to Brookhaven, GA
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
61.8 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cedartown, GA
Martin Ferreira
Brookhaven, GA
Jole Aron
Trip Overview
Traveling from Cedartown to Brookhaven covers 61.8 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes of drive time. This route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly excursion within the Southeast. The path takes you through a mix of environments, transitioning from the outskirts of Cedartown into the more developed areas near Brookhaven. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to complete the journey in a single session without feeling rushed.
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
30.9 miles from Cedartown, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps you alert behind the wheel. You will navigate primarily via Rockmart Highway, Nathan Dean Parkway, and Macland Road, with only 31% of the distance spent on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 10.8 miles on Rockmart Highway, which provides a brief moment of steady momentum. Since the majority of the route consists of local roads, expect a varied experience that shifts as you move between regions. It is not a monotonous interstate grind, but rather a practical journey that requires your full attention on navigating the different road types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Rockmart Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 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 around 32 miles in near GA 120; GA 360 / Marietta Highway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 61.8 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 32 miles (GA 120; GA 360 / Marietta Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
32 mi into trip
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~42m in
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GA 120; GA 360 / Marietta Highway
Turn left onto GA 120; GA 360 / Marietta Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
51.7 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
8
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward West Paces Ferry Road, Northside Parkway
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 255
Toward West Paces Ferry Road, Northside Parkway
6
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
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West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
Turn left onto West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
58.9 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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Bolling Way Northeast
Turn left onto Bolling Way Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rockmart Highway | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| Nathan Dean Parkway | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Macland Road | 9.9 mi | 15m |
| Windy Hill Road Southwest | 8 mi | 15m |
| Jimmy Campbell Parkway | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| West Paces Ferry Road Northwest | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Cedartown Highway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Peachtree Road Northeast | 2.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Rockmart Highway
— 10.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedartown, GA and Brookhaven, GA.
1
Start on West Avenue
238 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Avenue
2
Turn right onto South College Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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South College Street
3
Turn right onto East Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Avenue
4
Continue on Rockmart Highway
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Rockmart Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 278; GA 6
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Cedartown Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 278; GA 6
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Nathan Dean Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 278; GA 6
4.4 mi
·
5 min
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Rockmart Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Continue on US 278; GA 6
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Jimmy Campbell Parkway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 278; GA 6; GA 120
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto GA 120; GA 360
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Marietta Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right
344 ft
·
6 sec
12
Continue on GA 360
9.9 mi
·
15 min
·
Macland Road
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on Windy Hill Road Southwest
8.0 mi
·
15 min
·
Windy Hill Road Southwest
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 75 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 75
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on I 75
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Horace E Tate Freeway
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 255
Toward West Paces Ferry Road, Northside Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Turn left onto Bolling Way Northeast
387 ft
·
22 sec
·
Bolling Way Northeast
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto GA 141
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
Use the none lane.
22
Turn right
139 ft
·
12 sec
23
Turn right
63 ft
·
9 sec
24
Turn left
347 ft
·
25 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 35-minute drive, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best suits your personal routine. There are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 61.8-mile stretch, but given the mixed road character, you should plan your pace to account for potential traffic as you approach your destination. Keep your $10 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, as local road driving can be less efficient than sustained highway cruising. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between Rockmart Highway and Macland Road before you leave, as navigating these segments is key to maintaining your flow.
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 30.9 miles from Cedartown, GA, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.8 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 61.8 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.9 miles or 40m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookhaven, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cedartown, 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 Cedartown, GA
This is one driving day of about 61.8 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cedartown, 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 Rockmart Highway for about 10.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.9 mi from Cedartown, GA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Cedartown, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brookhaven, GA
The final approach into Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, 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
$9.89 one way
$19.78 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
| premium | $4.78 | $11.63 | $23.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.73 | $27.46 |
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: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.49 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.96 |
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
Brookhaven, GA
Evening in Brookhaven on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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 35m 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 Cedartown, GA to Brookhaven, GA covers 61.8 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Rockmart Highway, Nathan Dean Parkway, Macland Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.9 miles from Cedartown, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.89 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 14 significant decision points across 61.8 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 32 miles (GA 120; GA 360 / Marietta Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Cedartown, GA to Brookhaven, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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