Trip from Dunwoody, GA to College Park, GA

Drive Time

36m

Distance

25.3 mi

41 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min

4 AM

0h 33m ★

6 AM

0h 36m

8 AM

0h 42m

10 AM

0h 38m

12 PM

0h 38m

3 PM

0h 39m

5 PM

0h 42m

8 PM

0h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Dunwoody, GA

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College Park, GA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 25.3 miles across the Southeast, this drive from Dunwoody to College Park is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 36 minutes. Because the trip is short, you can easily complete it as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $4 on fuel for the journey, making this an economical transit between these Georgia hubs. You will rely primarily on the T Harvey Mathis Parkway, the Downtown Connector, and I-85 to navigate through the urban landscape. It is a highly practical route designed for efficiency rather than leisure, perfect for those moving quickly between the northern and southern edges of the Atlanta metro area.

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

12.6 miles from Dunwoody, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with 64% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will start with the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip, covering 6.8 miles on the T Harvey Mathis Parkway before transitioning onto the interstate system. The experience is largely defined by the steady pace of the Downtown Connector and I-85, offering a direct path through the heart of the region. While you won't encounter winding backroads, the transition between these major thoroughfares requires staying alert to merging traffic. Expect a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and connectivity over scenic detours.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

T Harvey Mathis Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on T Harvey Mathis Parkway and Downtown Connector. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 25.3 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 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles (US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.4 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1.8 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward US 19 South, GA 400 South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left / straight lanes. Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South

2.3 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway

Merge onto US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

20.4 mi into trip | ~28m 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

23.5 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward Virginia Avenue, College Park

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 73 Toward Virginia Avenue, College Park

25.3 mi into trip | ~36m in | Harvard Avenue

Turn left onto Harvard Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Dunwoody, GA to College Park, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.

Montgomery

20.4 mi in | ~28m | via I 85

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
T Harvey Mathis Parkway	6.8 mi	8m
Downtown Connector	5 mi	6m
I 85	3 mi	4m
Northeast Expressway	2.9 mi	4m
James Wendell George Parkway	2.3 mi	3m
Turner McDonald Parkway	1 mi	1m
Virginia Avenue	0.9 mi	1m
Mount Vernon Road	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: T Harvey Mathis Parkway — 6.8 mi, about 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dunwoody, GA and College Park, GA.

Start on this road

37 ft · 3 sec · this road

Turn right

422 ft · 15 sec

Continue on Mount Vernon Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Mount Vernon Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on Mount Vernon Highway

0.5 mi · 1 min · Mount Vernon Highway

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn right onto Abernathy Road Northeast

0.4 mi · 48 sec · Abernathy Road Northeast

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 24 sec

Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South Use the left / straight lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 11 sec

Merge onto US 19; GA 400

1.0 mi · 1 min · Turner McDonald Parkway

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 400

6.8 mi · 8 min · T Harvey Mathis Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 85

2.9 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway

Continue on I 75; I 85

5.0 mi · 6 min · Downtown Connector

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 75; I 85

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 85

3.0 mi · 4 min · I 85

Exit 242 Toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 73 Toward Virginia Avenue, College Park Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn slight right onto Virginia Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · Virginia Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn slight right

450 ft · 16 sec

Use the right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

184 ft · 8 sec

Turn slight right onto US 29; GA 14; GA 139

0.5 mi · 52 sec · Main Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Harvard Avenue

44 ft · 1 sec · Harvard Avenue

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

Harvard Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 36-minute sprint, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though keep in mind that traffic patterns on the Downtown Connector can fluctuate significantly. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the short 25.3-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep your fuel budget around $4 to ensure you are covered for the trip. To make the most of your drive, check local traffic reports before you leave Dunwoody, as the reliance on I-85 means that road conditions are your biggest factor in determining total travel time. Enjoy the convenience of a short drive that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.

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 12.6 miles from Dunwoody, GA, or about 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.8 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 25.3 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 12.6 miles or 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near College Park, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Dunwoody, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 25.3 miles and 36m.

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 T Harvey Mathis Parkway for about 6.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 12.6 mi from Dunwoody, GA · 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Centre, AL

13 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

Centre, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Centre, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 12.6 miles from Dunwoody, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in College Park, GA

The final approach into College Park, 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 College Park, 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

$4.05 one way

$8.10 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$4.41	$8.82
premium	$4.78	$4.76	$9.52
diesel	$5.64	$5.62	$11.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	7.6	$2.66	$1.21
Efficient EV	6.3	$2.21	$1.01
EV Truck/SUV	10.1	$3.54	$1.62

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Dunwoody, GA

Night in Dunwoody on Sunday

Local time

10:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

College Park, GA

Night in College Park on Sunday

Local time

10:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

87°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

3 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

36m 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 College Park, GA covers 25.3 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are T Harvey Mathis Parkway, Downtown Connector, I 85. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 12.6 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 $4.05 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.

On the drive from Dunwoody, GA to College Park, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.

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Trip from Dunwoody, GA to College Park, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in College Park, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Dunwoody, GA

College Park, GA

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

36m on the road

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