Origin
Dunwoody, GA
Evening in Dunwoody on Sunday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dunwoody, GA to Acworth, GA
Drive Time
39m
Distance
30.3 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunwoody, GA
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Acworth, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Dunwoody to Acworth, you can expect a straightforward 30.3-mile journey that typically takes about 39 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate via a combination of local roads, including Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast, the Atlanta Bypass, and the Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, this route is an efficient way to traverse this part of Georgia. Since both towns are located within the Southeast, the transit is familiar and manageable for local commuters or weekend travelers alike.
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
15.1 miles from Dunwoody, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 30.3-mile trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul. You will find that the route features a 0% highway share, placing the focus on navigating local infrastructure rather than sustained cruising. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 16.9-mile segment on the Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. Expect a driving experience that requires your full attention due to the frequent turns and urban transition. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that connects these two Georgia hubs without the monotony of a long-distance highway slog.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 30.3 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 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
2.3 mi into trip
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~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 285 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 West
8
9.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
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 20
Toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
8
9.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
8
10.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
8
18.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway...
Towns Along This Route
Between Dunwoody, GA and Acworth, GA, road signs point toward Marietta, Chattanooga, Kennesaw, Woodstock and Cct Park&Ride Lot.
Marietta
9.1 mi in
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~12m
Chattanooga
9.1 mi in
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~12m
Kennesaw
18.9 mi in
|
~24m
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via I 75
Woodstock
27.6 mi in
|
~34m
Cct Park&Ride Lot
27.9 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Larry McDonald Memorial Highway | 16.9 mi | 19m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Cowan Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Cherokee Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mount Vernon Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
— 16.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunwoody, GA and Acworth, GA.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
422 ft
·
15 sec
3
Continue on Mount Vernon Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Mount Vernon Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 285 West
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
414 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 285 West
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 285
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 20
Toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 75
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 277
Toward GA 92: Acworth, Woodstock
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
104 ft
·
4 sec
Toward GA 92 South: Acworth, CCT Park&Ride Lot
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto GA 92
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Cherokee Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Cowan Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Cowan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 39-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always wise in this region. You won't need to plan for any formal stops given the brief duration of the trip, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind as you prepare your vehicle for the 30.3-mile trek. To make the most of your time, focus on mapping out your specific turns along the Larry McDonald Memorial Highway before you leave, as the route's turn-heavy nature makes navigation the most important part of your preparation.
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 15.1 miles from Dunwoody, GA, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.9 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 30.3 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.1 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Acworth, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dunwoody, 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 Dunwoody, GA
This is one driving day of about 30.3 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dunwoody, 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 Larry McDonald Memorial Highway for about 16.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.1 mi from Dunwoody, GA · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Dunwoody, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Acworth, GA
The final approach into Acworth, 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 Acworth, 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
$4.85 one way
$9.70 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.28 | $10.57 |
| premium | $4.78 | $5.70 | $11.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Acworth, GA
Evening in Acworth on Sunday
Local time
8:11 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
26 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
39m 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 Dunwoody, GA to Acworth, GA covers 30.3 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.1 miles from Dunwoody, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.85 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 15 significant decision points across 30.3 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 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Dunwoody, GA and Acworth, GA, road signs point toward Marietta, Chattanooga, Kennesaw, Woodstock and Cct Park&Ride Lot.
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