Origin
Newnan, GA
Evening in Newnan on Friday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newnan, GA to College Park, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newnan, GA
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College Park, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Newnan to College Park, you are looking at a straightforward 30.7-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes. This route is designed as a quick day trip, making it an ideal option for commuters or those heading toward the Atlanta metro area. With a fuel cost of approximately $5, it is a very budget-friendly excursion within Georgia. You will primarily utilize I-85 to bridge the gap between these two Southeast locations. Because the duration is well under an hour, there is no need to consider an overnight stay, allowing you to easily complete the drive in a single trip.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. After navigating local surface streets like Bullsboro Drive and Jefferson Street to get moving, you will merge onto I-85 for the bulk of your travel. The drive features a significant 24.3-mile uninterrupted stretch on the interstate, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the trip. You will find that the character of the road is purely functional, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding scenery. It is a predictable, high-speed transit that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 85 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,047 ft
887 ft
Total Climb
341 ft
Total Descent
273 ft
Highest Point
1,047 ft
~30.7 mi in
Elevation Range
161 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Bullsboro Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near GA 34 / Posey Place.
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 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (GA 34 / Posey Place): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 29.1 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
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 34 / Posey Place
Turn left onto GA 34 / Posey Place
Navigation decision point
6
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
8
29.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward Camp Creek Parkway, Air Cargo
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 72
Toward Camp Creek Parkway, Air Cargo
7
29.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Camp Creek Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Camp Creek Parkway
7
30.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / 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 Newnan, GA to College Park, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Air Cargo along the way.
Air Cargo
29.1 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 24.3 mi | 26m |
| Bullsboro Drive | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Jackson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Camp Creek Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Posey Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Harvard Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 24.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newnan, GA and College Park, GA.
1
Start on US 29; GA 14
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Jackson Street
2
Turn left onto GA 34
281 ft
·
14 sec
·
Posey Place
3
Turn left onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16; GA 34
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street
4
Continue on GA 34
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Bullsboro Drive
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 85
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 72
Toward Camp Creek Parkway, Air Cargo
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Camp Creek Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on GA 6
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Camp Creek Parkway
10
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 29
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
144 ft
·
8 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 29; GA 14; GA 139
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Harvard Avenue
44 ft
·
1 sec
·
Harvard Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Harvard Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.79 one way
$9.58 round trip
$3.96/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
| premium | $4.78 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
College Park, GA
Evening in College Park on Friday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
23 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
38m 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 Newnan, GA to College Park, GA covers 30.7 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Bullsboro Drive, Jefferson Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.3 miles from Newnan, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.79 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 is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (GA 34 / Posey Place): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 29.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Newnan, GA to College Park, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Air Cargo along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 887 ft to 1,047 ft elevation with about 341 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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