Origin
Druid Hills, GA
Evening in Druid Hills on Friday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Druid Hills, GA to Newnan, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
42 mi
68 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Druid Hills, GA
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Newnan, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Druid Hills, GA to Newnan, GA covers 42 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 85, Bullsboro Drive, James Wendell George Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.9 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 42 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 54m highway drive covering 42 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and Bullsboro Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.9 miles on I 85.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 85 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Bullsboro Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near North Highland Avenue Northeast.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 42 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (North Highland Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles (I 75; I 85 / Downtown Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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North Highland Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto North Highland Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomer...
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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I 75; I 85 / Downtown Connector
Merge onto I 75; I 85 / Downtown Connector
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
8.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 85
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85 toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 242
Toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
8
38.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward GA 34: Newnan, Shenandoah
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 47
Toward GA 34: Newnan, Shenandoah
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Druid Hills, GA and Newnan, GA, road signs point toward Montgomery and Shenandoah.
Montgomery
3.1 mi in
|
~6m
Shenandoah
38.4 mi in
|
~48m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 29.9 mi | 33m |
| Bullsboro Drive | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| James Wendell George Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Downtown Connector | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North Highland Avenue Northeast | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Ponce de Leon Avenue Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Oakdale Road Northeast | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 29.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Druid Hills, GA and Newnan, GA.
1
Start on The By Way Northeast
91 ft
·
10 sec
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The By Way Northeast
2
Turn left onto Oakdale Road Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Oakdale Road Northeast
3
Turn right onto US 23; US 29; US 78; US 278; GA 8; GA 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ponce de Leon Avenue Northeast
4
Turn left onto North Highland Avenue Northeast
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Highland Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto Boulevard Northeast
199 ft
·
3 sec
·
Boulevard Northeast
6
Turn right onto GA 10
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
John Lewis Freedom Parkway Northeast
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery
8
Merge onto I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Connector
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
30 mi
·
33 min
·
I 85
Exit 242
Toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 47
Toward GA 34: Newnan, Shenandoah
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto GA 34
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Bullsboro Drive
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on GA 34
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Jefferson Street
14
Turn right onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16; GA 34
294 ft
·
9 sec
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Clark Street
15
Turn right onto US 29; GA 14
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
Jackson Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 29; GA 14
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21 mi from Druid Hills, GA · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Druid Hills, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newnan, GA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Newnan, GA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.57 one way
$13.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.18 | $14.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.77 | $15.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.27 | $18.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Newnan, GA
Evening in Newnan on Friday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
College Park, GA
21 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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
54m 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 Druid Hills, GA to Newnan, GA covers 42 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Bullsboro Drive, James Wendell George Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21 miles from Druid Hills, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.57 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 42 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (North Highland Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles (I 75; I 85 / Downtown Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Druid Hills, GA and Newnan, GA, road signs point toward Montgomery and Shenandoah.
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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