Origin
Indian Springs, GA
Night in Indian Springs on Thursday
Local time
10:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indian Springs, GA to Atlanta, GA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indian Springs, GA
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Atlanta, GA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 52.4-mile drive from Indian Springs to Atlanta, Georgia, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-75, with brief sections on Brookwood Avenue and US 23, the route is largely highway-focused, making for a predictable journey. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $8, this drive is an economical option for connecting these two points within the Southeast region. Given its short duration and minimal stops recommended, you'll likely arrive in Atlanta with plenty of time to spare.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 52.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m 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
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 52.4-mile journey, with 77% of the drive on major roadways like I-75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.4 miles on I-75, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the majority is interstate, the route incorporates segments on Brookwood Avenue and US 23, which may offer a slightly different driving feel as you approach Atlanta. Overall, the character is one of efficient travel rather than winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Brookwood Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 23; GA 87.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 23; GA 87): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 32.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 23; GA 87
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
32.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
8
51.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
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 246
Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia S...
8
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
6
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Fulton Street Southwest
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Indian Springs, GA to Atlanta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Birmingham
32.9 mi in
|
~45m
|
via I 75
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 33.4 mi | 38m |
| Brookwood Avenue | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| US 23 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| GA 42 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East 3rd Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Bill Gardner Parkway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Capitol Avenue Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Fulton Street Southwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 33.4 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Springs, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on GA 42
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
GA 42
2
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
3
Continue on US 23; GA 87
159 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
4
Continue on US 23; GA 42
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 23; GA 42
5
Continue on US 23; GA 16; GA 42
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East 3rd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 42
88 ft
·
2 sec
·
Brookwood Avenue
7
Continue on US 23; GA 42
9.4 mi
·
14 min
·
Brookwood Avenue
8
Continue on US 23; GA 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23; GA 42
9
Turn left onto Bill Gardner Parkway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bill Gardner Parkway
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 75 North
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 246
Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fulton Street Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Capitol Avenue Southeast
17
Arrive at destination
Capitol Avenue Southeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Indian Springs, GA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Indian Springs, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Atlanta, GA
The final approach into Atlanta, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.96 | $17.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.70 | $19.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Atlanta, GA
Night in Atlanta on Thursday
Local time
10:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
1h 10m 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 Indian Springs, GA to Atlanta, GA covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Brookwood Avenue, US 23. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from Indian Springs, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.19 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 23; GA 87): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 32.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Indian Springs, GA to Atlanta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
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