Trip from Jonesboro, GA to Atlanta, GA

Q: How long is the trip from Jonesboro, GA to Atlanta, GA?

The drive from Jonesboro, GA to Atlanta, GA covers 17.1 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 75, Tara Boulevard, North Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 8.6 miles from Jonesboro, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Jonesboro, GA to Atlanta, GA?

Yes. Nearby national parks include Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

26m

Distance

17.1 mi

28 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min

4 AM

0h 24m ★

6 AM

0h 26m

8 AM

0h 31m

10 AM

0h 28m

12 PM

0h 27m

3 PM

0h 28m

5 PM

0h 30m

8 PM

0h 25m

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

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Jonesboro to Atlanta covers a quick 17.1 miles, making it an ideal day trip that you can easily complete in about 26 minutes. Because of the short distance, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy logistics. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should be plenty for this direct commute through the Southeast region. Whether you are heading into the city for work or a quick outing, the drive is straightforward and manageable. It is a practical, no-fuss route that keeps your travel time minimal so you can focus on your destination.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 17.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

26m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving experience, blending local roads with faster interstate travel. You will spend about 60% of your journey on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 10.2 miles on I-75. The route transitions from Tara Boulevard and North Main Street into the higher-speed flow of the interstate. Expect a shift in pace as you move from the local streets of Jonesboro onto the primary artery leading into Atlanta. It is a functional drive that balances suburban navigation with the efficiency of a major highway corridor.

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

There are about 12 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 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 4.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 17.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 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 points

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

6

4.9 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 75 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 75 North

5

5.6 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 75

Merge onto I 75

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

15.8 mi into trip | ~23m 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

16 mi into trip | ~23m 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

16.4 mi into trip | ~24m 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.

Between Jonesboro, GA and Atlanta, GA, road signs point toward Georgia State University and Zoo Atlanta.

Georgia State University

15.8 mi in | ~23m

Zoo Atlanta

16 mi in | ~23m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	10.2 mi	12m
Tara Boulevard	3.7 mi	6m
North Main Street	0.6 mi	1m
North Avenue	0.5 mi	1m
Capitol Avenue Southeast	0.5 mi	<1m
Fulton Street Southwest	0.2 mi	<1m
Courthouse Way	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 10.2 mi, about 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, GA and Atlanta, GA.

1

Start on Courthouse Way

201 ft · 11 sec · Courthouse Way

2

Turn right onto North Main Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

3

Turn left onto North Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Avenue

4

Turn right onto US 19; US 41; GA 3; GA 54

3.3 mi · 5 min · Tara Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

5

Keep slight left at fork onto Tara Boulevard

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Tara Boulevard

6

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 75 North Use the straight lane.

7

Merge onto I 75

10 mi · 12 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 246 Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University Use the straight / slight right lanes.

9

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 59 sec

Toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta Use the straight / slight right lanes.

10

Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Fulton Street Southwest

Use the left / right lanes.

11

Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast

12

Arrive at destination

Capitol Avenue Southeast

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.67 one way

$5.35 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$2.92	$5.85
premium	$4.70	$3.16	$6.33
diesel	$5.61	$3.78	$7.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	5.1	$1.80	$0.82
Efficient EV	4.3	$1.50	$0.68
EV Truck/SUV	6.8	$2.39	$1.09

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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 as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Jonesboro, GA

Afternoon in Jonesboro on Thursday

Local time

3:37 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Atlanta, GA

Afternoon in Atlanta on Thursday

Local time

3:37 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

2 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

26m 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.

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