Origin
Peachtree Corners, GA
Evening in Peachtree Corners on Wednesday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
59.8 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peachtree Corners, GA
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Athens, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA covers 59.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, I 85 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.35 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
29.9 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 17m drive with frequent turns across 59.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jimmy Carter Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA is easy. At 1h 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Carter Boulevard | — | — |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | — | — |
| I 85 North | — | — |
| Highway 85 | — | — |
| GA 316 East | — | — |
| University Parkway | — | — |
| Oconee Connector | — | — |
| Inner Loop 10 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peachtree Corners, GA and Athens, GA.
1
Start on Peachtree Parkway Northwest
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Peachtree Parkway Northwest
2
Turn straight onto Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Jones Mill Road, Peachtree Corners Circle
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Jones Mill Road, Peachtree Corners Circle
3
Continue on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
456 ft
·
13 sec
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Jimmy Carter Boulevard
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
5
Continue on Jimmy Carter Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
6
Take the ramp slight left toward I 85 North
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 85 North
7
Merge slight left onto Interstate Highway 85
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Interstate Highway 85
8
Take the exit slight right toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
9
Continue on University Parkway
38 mi
·
47 min
·
University Parkway
10
Take the exit slight left
381 ft
·
12 sec
11
Turn left onto Oconee Connector
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Oconee Connector
12
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
13
Merge slight left onto Inner Loop 10
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Inner Loop 10
14
Continue on GA Inner Loop 10
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
GA Inner Loop 10
15
Continue on Inner Loop 10
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Inner Loop 10
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 129 North: Prince Avenue, Jefferson
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 129 North: Prince Avenue, Jefferson
17
Keep slight left
194 ft
·
12 sec
18
Turn left onto Prince Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Prince Avenue
19
Continue on West Dougherty Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Dougherty Street
20
Turn left onto North Lumpkin Street
102 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Lumpkin Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 29.9 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, or about 38m into the drive.
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 13 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.9 miles or 38m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Athens, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Peachtree Corners, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Peachtree Corners, GA
This is one driving day of about 59.8 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Peachtree Corners, GA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 29.9 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Athens, GA
The final approach into Athens, 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
$9.35 one way
$18.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.22 | $20.45 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.07 | $22.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.20 | $26.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Athens, GA
Evening in Athens on Wednesday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Auburn, GA
30 mi in
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
16 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
1h 17m 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 Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA covers 59.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, I 85 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.35 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.
The drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA is easy. At 1h 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Peachtree Corners, GA to Athens, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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