Origin
Dunwoody, GA
Night in Dunwoody on Sunday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dunwoody, GA to Auburn, GA
Drive Time
48m
Distance
33.5 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunwoody, GA
Thomas K
Auburn, GA
Alyssa Rose
Trip Overview
The drive from Dunwoody, GA to Auburn, GA covers 33.5 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on University Parkway, Interstate Highway 85, Winder Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.2 miles on University Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.36 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
16.7 miles from Dunwoody, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Dunwoody, GA to Auburn, GA covers 33.5 miles and takes about 48m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
University Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.2 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 5.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 33.5 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 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
7
5.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 85 North: Greenville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Greenville, Pleasantdale Road
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 85 North: Greenville, Pleasantdale Roa...
8
6.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
6
16.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
6
27 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 29 Business; GA 8 / Winder Highway
Turn left onto US 29 Business; GA 8 / Winder Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Dunwoody, GA to Auburn, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Athens along the way.
Athens
16.2 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Parkway | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| Interstate Highway 85 | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Winder Highway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Atlanta Highway Northwest | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 2 mi | 2m |
| Chamblee Dunwoody Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Shallowford Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Northeast Expressway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 10.2 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunwoody, GA and Auburn, GA.
1
Start on this road
117 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Chamblee Dunwoody Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Way
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Way
4
Continue on North Shallowford Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Shallowford Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto Savoy Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Savoy Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 285 East
7
Merge onto I 285
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 33B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
525 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 85 North: Greenville, Pleasantdale Road
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
Use the none lane.
11
Merge onto I 85
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
Northeast Expressway
12
Continue on I 85
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Interstate Highway 85
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 106
Toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
14
Continue on GA 316
10 mi
·
14 min
·
University Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto US 29 Business; GA 8
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Winder Highway
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on GA 8
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Atlanta Highway Northwest
Use the none lane.
17
Turn left onto Mount Moriah Road
302 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mount Moriah Road
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
83 ft
·
2 sec
·
4th Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
4th Avenue
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 16.7 miles from Dunwoody, GA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.2 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 33.5 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.7 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, 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 33.5 miles and 48m.
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 University Parkway for about 10.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from Dunwoody, GA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Dunwoody, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn, GA
The final approach into Auburn, 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 Auburn, 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
$5.36 one way
$10.72 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| premium | $4.78 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.44 | $14.89 |
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: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Auburn, GA
Night in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
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Cleveland, TN
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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
27 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
48m 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 Auburn, GA covers 33.5 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University Parkway, Interstate Highway 85, Winder Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.7 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 $5.36 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 12 significant decision points across 33.5 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 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Dunwoody, GA to Auburn, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Athens along the way.
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