Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
73.7 mi
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
The drive from North Atlanta, GA to Smyrna, GA covers 73.7 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Peachtree Boulevard, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, I 285 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
36.8 miles from North Atlanta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 20m drive with frequent turns across 73.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 285 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 278 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Covington Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wesley Chapel Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 20 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between North Atlanta, GA and Smyrna, GA.
Start on Peachtree Road Northeast
Continue on Peachtree Boulevard
Continue on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Take the exit slight right toward I 285 East
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Take the exit slight right toward US 278: Covington Highway
Turn left onto Covington Highway
Turn right onto Wesley Chapel Road
Turn left onto I 20 East
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
Take the exit slight right toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello
Turn left onto Monticello Highway
Turn slight right
Keep slight left to continue on South Main Street
Turn left onto Eatonton Road
Turn straight onto South Main Street
Continue on Greensboro Road
Turn right onto Buckhead Road
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 73.7 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Smyrna, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving North Atlanta, 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 North Atlanta, GA
This is one driving day of about 73.7 miles and 1h 20m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from North Atlanta, GA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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.
A short stop after about 73.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from North Atlanta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.49 one way
$22.99 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.85 | $25.70 |
| premium | $4.78 | $13.86 | $27.73 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $16.32 | $32.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in North Atlanta on Saturday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Smyrna on Saturday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
87°F
Centre, AL
37 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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