Origin
Norcross, GA
Evening in Norcross on Friday
Local time
7:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norcross, GA to Newnan, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
57.8 mi
93 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norcross, GA
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Newnan, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Norcross, GA to Newnan, GA covers 57.8 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 85, Northeast Expressway, Downtown Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.9 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 57.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m 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
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 57.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and Northeast Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.9 miles on I 85.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 29.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Northeast Expressway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near GA 140 / Jimmy Carter Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.9 miles (GA 140 / Jimmy Carter Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
GA 140 / Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Turn left onto GA 140 / Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 85 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 85 South
9
24.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
I 85
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85 toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 242
Toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
8
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward GA 34: Newnan, Shenandoah
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 47
Toward GA 34: Newnan, Shenandoah
4
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
GA 34 / Bullsboro Drive
Turn right onto GA 34 / Bullsboro Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Norcross, GA and Newnan, GA, road signs point toward Montgomery and Shenandoah.
Montgomery
24.3 mi in
|
~32m
|
via I 85
Shenandoah
54.2 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 29.9 mi | 33m |
| Northeast Expressway | 12.6 mi | 15m |
| Downtown Connector | 5 mi | 6m |
| Bullsboro Drive | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| James Wendell George Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Jimmy Carter Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Interstate Highway 85 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 29.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norcross, GA and Newnan, GA.
1
Start on South Peachtree Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Peachtree Street
2
Continue on North Norcross Tucker Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Norcross Tucker Road
3
Turn right onto US 23; GA 13
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Buford Highway
4
Turn left onto GA 140
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 85 South
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 85
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate Highway 85
7
Continue on I 85
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
30 mi
·
33 min
·
I 85
Exit 242
Toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 47
Toward GA 34: Newnan, Shenandoah
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto GA 34
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Bullsboro Drive
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on GA 34
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Jefferson Street
14
Turn right onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16; GA 34
294 ft
·
9 sec
·
Clark Street
15
Turn right onto US 29; GA 14
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
Jackson Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 29; GA 14
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.9 mi from Norcross, GA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Norcross, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newnan, GA
The final approach into Newnan, 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
$9.04 one way
$18.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.88 | $19.77 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.70 | $21.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.07 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.09 | $3.70 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Newnan, GA
Evening in Newnan on Friday
Local time
7:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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 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 12m 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 Norcross, GA to Newnan, GA covers 57.8 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Northeast Expressway, Downtown Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.9 miles from Norcross, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.04 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 57.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.9 miles (GA 140 / Jimmy Carter Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Norcross, GA and Newnan, GA, road signs point toward Montgomery and Shenandoah.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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