Origin
Peachtree Corners, GA
Night in Peachtree Corners on Wednesday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peachtree Corners, GA to Cardinal Lake Estates, GA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
6.6 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 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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Trip Overview
The drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Cardinal Lake Estates, GA covers 6.6 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Spalding Drive, South Old Peachtree Road, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.03 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.3 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 14m drive with frequent turns across 6.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Spalding Drive 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 Cardinal Lake Estates, GA is easy. At 14m 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 Cardinal Lake Estates, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Spalding Drive | — | — |
| South Old Peachtree Road | — | — |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | — | — |
| North Berkeley Lake Road | — | — |
| Buford Highway | — | — |
| Creek Drive Northwest | — | — |
| Blue Jay Drive Northwest | — | — |
| Mockingbird Circle | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Spalding Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peachtree Corners, GA and Cardinal Lake Estates, GA.
1
Start on Peachtree Parkway Northwest
256 ft
·
7 sec
·
Peachtree Parkway Northwest
2
Turn right
138 ft
·
12 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn right
210 ft
·
16 sec
4
Turn right
62 ft
·
7 sec
5
Turn right onto Spalding Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Spalding Drive
6
Continue on South Old Peachtree Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Old Peachtree Road
7
Turn left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
8
Turn right onto North Berkeley Lake Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Berkeley Lake Road
9
Turn left onto Buford Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Buford Highway
10
Turn right onto Creek Drive Northwest
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Creek Drive Northwest
11
Continue on Blue Jay Drive Northwest
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Blue Jay Drive Northwest
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto Mockingbird Circle
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Mockingbird Circle
13
Turn left onto Cardinal Lake Circle Northwest
164 ft
·
7 sec
·
Cardinal Lake Circle Northwest
14
Continue on Cardinal Lake Circle Northwest
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Cardinal Lake Circle Northwest
15
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 3.3 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, or about 7m 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 6.6 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.3 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cardinal Lake Estates, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Peachtree Corners, GA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Peachtree Corners, GA
This is one driving day of about 6.6 miles and 14m.
At 6.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.3 mi from Peachtree Corners, GA · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 6.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.3 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cardinal Lake Estates, GA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cardinal Lake Estates, GA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.03 one way
$2.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.13 | $2.26 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.46 | $2.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.58 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Cardinal Lake Estates, GA
Night in Cardinal Lake Estates on Wednesday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°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
26 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
14m 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 Cardinal Lake Estates, GA covers 6.6 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Spalding Drive, South Old Peachtree Road, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 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 $1.03 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 Cardinal Lake Estates, GA is easy. At 14m 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 Cardinal Lake Estates, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Peachtree Corners, GA to Cardinal Lake Estates, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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