Trip from Minnesota, GA to East Newnan, GA

Drive Time

3h 35m

Distance

178.9 mi

288 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 23m ★

6 AM

3h 35m

8 AM

4h 0m

10 AM

3h 44m

12 PM

3h 42m

3 PM

3h 45m

5 PM

3h 59m

8 PM

3h 28m

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

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Minnesota, GA

Jesse Yuqui

Trip Overview

Traveling from Minnesota to East Newnan covers 178.9 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 35 minutes. Because this journey stays entirely within Georgia, you will remain in the Southeast region for the duration of your trip. It is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $29 on fuel for the round trip, making this a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this straightforward route offers a balanced experience that fits easily into a weekend schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

89.4 miles from Minnesota, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .

Drive Character

This mixed drive transitions through various road types, keeping the experience engaging rather than monotonous. You will spend about 58% of your time on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted section is a 49.2-mile stretch on the Chet Atkins Parkway, which allows you to settle into a comfortable rhythm behind the wheel. As you navigate between GA 133 and the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, you will notice the character of the road shifting from localized segments to broader, faster highway stretches. Expect a varied driving environment that requires you to stay alert as you transition between these different road classifications.

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

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Chet Atkins Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 49.2 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 early in the drive near CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 178.9 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: near the start (CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (GA 133): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 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 | CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road

Turn sharp left onto CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 133

Merge onto GA 133

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

Use the straight lane.

105.3 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

175.3 mi into trip | ~3h 27m in

Take the exit toward US 27, US 29: Newnan

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 41 Toward US 27, US 29: Newnan

176.1 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in | GA 16

Turn right onto GA 16

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Minnesota, GA to East Newnan, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Atlanta along the way.

Atlanta

21.5 mi in | ~27m | via GA 133

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Chet Atkins Parkway	49.2 mi	53m
GA 133	21.9 mi	27m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway	20.4 mi	21m
Richland Bypass	15.4 mi	17m
Martha Berry Highway	10.9 mi	14m
Liberty Expressway	10.7 mi	13m
US 82	9.5 mi	12m
South Parrott Street	8.7 mi	10m

Longest stretch: Chet Atkins Parkway — 49.2 mi, about 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Minnesota, GA and East Newnan, GA.

Start on South Fain Street

26 ft · 8 sec · South Fain Street

Turn sharp left onto CR 494

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Funston Doerun Road

Merge onto GA 133

21 mi · 26 min · GA 133

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto GA 133

0.6 mi · 45 sec · GA 133

Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta

Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 133; GA 300

11 mi · 13 min · Liberty Expressway

Continue on US 82; GA 520

9.5 mi · 12 min · US 82; GA 520

Use the none lane.

Turn straight onto US 82; GA 520

5.4 mi · 6 min · Albany Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 82; GA 520

1.1 mi · 1 min · Forrester Drive Southeast

Continue on US 82; GA 520

0.6 mi · 1 min · Rountree Drive Southwest

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 45; GA 520

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Vine Street Northwest

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on GA 45; GA 520

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Roundtree Drive

Continue on GA 45; GA 520

0.5 mi · 43 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Drive

Continue on GA 45; GA 520

8.0 mi · 9 min · Columbus Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 520

8.7 mi · 10 min · South Parrott Street

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto GA 520

8.3 mi · 9 min · GA 520

Continue on GA 520

15 mi · 17 min · Richland Bypass

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 280; GA 520

3.3 mi · 3 min · US 280; GA 520

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520

11 mi · 14 min · Martha Berry Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta

Continue on I 185

49 mi · 53 min · Chet Atkins Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 85

20 mi · 21 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 41 Toward US 27, US 29: Newnan Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14

0.5 mi · 1 min · South US 29

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto GA 16

0.3 mi · 34 sec · GA 16

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto GA 34 Bypass

1.7 mi · 2 min · Newnan Crossing Bypass

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Turkey Creek Road

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Turkey Creek Road

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Wood Drive

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Wood Drive

Continue on East Murphy Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · East Murphy Street

Turn slight right onto East Reynolds Street

60 ft · 2 sec · East Reynolds Street

Arrive at destination

East Reynolds Street

Trip Plan

Planning your departure is simple since the 3-hour and 35-minute duration offers plenty of flexibility. Since you only have one planned stop along the way, try to time it strategically to break up the drive after you finish the longest 49.2-mile stretch on the Chet Atkins Parkway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $29 estimate is based on standard driving conditions; having a little extra buffer is always wise. Because the route relies on a mix of state roads and parkways, staying mindful of changing speed limits is a smart way to ensure a smooth arrival in East Newnan. Taking advantage of the shorter duration allows you to depart at your leisure without the pressure of an exhausting travel schedule.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 89.4 miles from Minnesota, GA, or about 1h 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 89.4 miles or 1h 50m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 56m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Minnesota, 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 Minnesota, GA

This is one driving day of about 178.9 miles and 3h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Minnesota, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Chet Atkins Parkway for about 49.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 89.4 mi from Minnesota, GA · 1h 50m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clio, AL

89 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

Albany, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clio, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89.4 miles from Minnesota, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in East Newnan, GA

The final approach into East Newnan, 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 East Newnan, 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

$28.63 one way

$57.26 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$31.19	$62.39
premium	$4.78	$33.65	$67.31
diesel	$5.64	$39.75	$79.49

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	53.7	$18.78	$8.59
Efficient EV	44.7	$15.65	$7.16
EV Truck/SUV	71.6	$25.05	$11.45

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 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

Minnesota, GA

Night in Minnesota on Sunday

Local time

10:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

91°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Newnan, GA

Night in East Newnan on Sunday

Local time

10:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Clio, AL

89 mi in

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

2 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

3h 35m 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 Minnesota, GA to East Newnan, GA covers 178.9 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Chet Atkins Parkway, GA 133, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 89.4 miles from Minnesota, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Minnesota, GA to East Newnan, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Atlanta along the way.

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