Trip from Marietta, GA to Avondale Estates, GA

Drive Time

40m

Distance

25.7 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 11 min

4 AM

0h 37m ★

6 AM

0h 41m

8 AM

0h 48m

10 AM

0h 43m

12 PM

0h 43m

3 PM

0h 44m

5 PM

0h 47m

8 PM

0h 39m

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

Spanning 25.7 miles, this quick trip from Marietta to Avondale Estates is a straightforward journey through the Southeast that you can easily complete in about 40 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Horace E Tate Freeway, Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, and North Avenue Northwest. With fuel costs estimated at $4, it is a very budget-friendly transit across the region. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this drive makes it a stress-free option for your itinerary.

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

12.8 miles from Marietta, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions between highway speeds and local road navigation. About 34% of your journey will be spent on highways, providing a nice balance to the slower segments. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 7.3 miles on the Horace E Tate Freeway, which helps you make good time early on. As you move away from the initial highway portions, the road character shifts, requiring you to stay alert as you navigate through different local corridors. It is an efficient path that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate-focused trip.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Horace E Tate Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Park Square.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.7 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (South Park Square): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Park Square

Continue onto South Park Square

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

3.1 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the exit toward I 75 South: Atlanta

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 South: Atlanta

16.9 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward US 78, US 278: North Avenue, Georgia Institute of Technology

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 249D Toward US 78, US 278: North Avenue, Georgia Ins...

17.2 mi into trip | ~24m in | US 29; US 78; US 278; GA 8 / North Avenue Northwest

Turn left onto US 29; US 78; US 278; GA 8 / North Avenue Northwest

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

22.5 mi into trip | ~34m in | US 278; GA 10 / College Avenue Northeast

At end of road, turn right onto US 278; GA 10 / College Avenue Northeast

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Marietta, GA to Avondale Estates, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Georgia Institute Of Technology along the way.

Georgia Institute Of Technology

16.9 mi in | ~23m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Horace E Tate Freeway	7.3 mi	8m
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway	5.2 mi	5m
North Avenue Northwest	2.4 mi	4m
West College Avenue	2.4 mi	3m
Roswell Street	1.7 mi	3m
Ponce de Leon Avenue Northeast	1.7 mi	3m
Downtown Connector	0.9 mi	1m
East Lake Road Northeast	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Horace E Tate Freeway — 7.3 mi, about 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marietta, GA and Avondale Estates, GA.

Start on West Park Square

117 ft · 11 sec · West Park Square

Continue on South Park Square

343 ft · 8 sec · South Park Square

Use the left lane.

Continue on Roswell Street

1.7 mi · 3 min · Roswell Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto US 41; GA 3

0.7 mi · 1 min · Cobb Parkway South

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto GA 120

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Marietta Parkway

Use the left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 75 South: Atlanta Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 75

5.2 mi · 5 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 75

7.3 mi · 8 min · Horace E Tate Freeway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 75; I 85

0.9 mi · 1 min · Downtown Connector

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Exit 249D Toward US 78, US 278: North Avenue, Georgia Institute of Technology

Turn left onto US 29; US 78; US 278; GA 8

2.4 mi · 4 min · North Avenue Northwest

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto US 23; GA 42

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Moreland Avenue Northeast

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto US 23; US 29; US 78; US 278; GA 8; GA 10

1.7 mi · 3 min · Ponce de Leon Avenue Northeast

Use the none lane.

Turn slight right onto US 278; GA 10

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Lake Road Northeast

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 278; GA 10

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Park Place

At end of road, turn right onto US 278; GA 10

428 ft · 7 sec · College Avenue Northeast

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 278; GA 10

2.4 mi · 3 min · West College Avenue

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 278; GA 10

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Avondale Road

Turn right onto North Clarendon Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · North Clarendon Avenue

Turn left onto Kingstone Road

93 ft · 4 sec · Kingstone Road

Arrive at destination

Kingstone Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a short 40-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 25.7-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind, but remember that you won't need to hunt for gas stations mid-route. Because the trip is so efficient, focus your energy on timing your arrival in Avondale Estates to match your specific plans. Take advantage of the lack of required stops to maintain a steady, comfortable pace from start to finish.

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 12.8 miles from Marietta, GA, or about 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.3 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 25.7 miles or 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 12.8 miles or 18m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 33m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Marietta, 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 Marietta, GA

This is one driving day of about 25.7 miles and 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marietta, 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 Horace E Tate Freeway for about 7.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 12.8 mi from Marietta, GA · 18m 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 25.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Centre, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 12.8 miles from Marietta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Avondale Estates, GA

The final approach into Avondale Estates, 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 Avondale Estates, 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

$4.11 one way

$8.23 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$4.48	$8.96
premium	$4.78	$4.83	$9.67
diesel	$5.64	$5.71	$11.42

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: 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	7.7	$2.70	$1.23
Efficient EV	6.4	$2.25	$1.03
EV Truck/SUV	10.3	$3.60	$1.64

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 3 days ago

Origin

Marietta, GA

Evening in Marietta on Sunday

Local time

8:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Avondale Estates, GA

Evening in Avondale Estates on Sunday

Local time

8:10 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

24 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

40m 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 Marietta, GA to Avondale Estates, GA covers 25.7 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Horace E Tate Freeway, Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, North Avenue Northwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 12.8 miles from Marietta, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.11 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 Marietta, GA to Avondale Estates, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Georgia Institute Of Technology along the way.

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