Origin
Snellville, GA
Late night in Snellville on Friday
Local time
2:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Snellville, GA to Smyrna, GA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
48.2 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
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.
Snellville, GA
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Smyrna, GA
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Trip Overview
This 48.2-mile drive from Snellville, GA to Smyrna, GA is a straightforward trip, estimated to take about 1 hour and 12 minutes. It's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes GA 83 and US 78, with a moderate 52% highway share, making for a mixed driving experience. Budget around $8 for fuel, a modest amount for this relatively short journey through Georgia's Southeast region. This drive offers a practical way to connect two points within the state without extensive travel time.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 48.2 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 (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is a blend of highway and local road conditions. With 52% of the journey on highways, you'll experience some faster-paced travel, interspersed with stretches on local routes. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 16.3 miles on GA 83, providing a good period of consistent driving. Expect the road to transition between these types of environments, offering a varied feel behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. This mix ensures the drive remains engaging without being overly demanding.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 83 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Oak Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 48.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (Oak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles (Sandy Creek Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Oak Road
Turn right onto Oak Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East
Turn left onto US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
38.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Sandy Creek Road
Turn left onto Sandy Creek Road
Navigation decision point
5
42.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
US 129; US 441; GA 24 / Athens Highway
Turn right onto US 129; US 441; GA 24 / Athens Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
45.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 278; GA 12 / Greensboro Road
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12 / Greensboro Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 83 | 16.3 mi | 25m |
| US 78 | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| Athens Highway | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Atlanta Highway | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Sandy Creek Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Greensboro Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Main Street East | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Unisia Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
GA 83
— 16.3 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Snellville, GA and Smyrna, GA.
1
Start on GA 124
87 ft
·
4 sec
·
Scenic Highway
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on GA 124
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Scenic Highway
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Oak Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Road
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto US 78; GA 10
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street East
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 78; GA 10
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Athens Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 78; GA 10
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Atlanta Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 78; GA 10
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 78; GA 10
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 78; GA 10
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 78; GA 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 78; GA 10
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 78; GA 10
10
Continue on US 78; GA 10
515 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 78; GA 10
11
Turn right onto GA 83
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Unisia Drive
12
Continue on GA 83
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
James Huff Road
13
Turn left onto GA 83
16 mi
·
25 min
·
GA 83
14
Turn left onto Sandy Creek Road
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Sandy Creek Road
15
Turn right onto US 129; US 441; GA 24
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Athens Highway
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Greensboro Road
17
Turn right onto Buckhead Road
103 ft
·
2 sec
·
Buckhead Road
18
Arrive at destination
Buckhead Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.1 mi from Snellville, GA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Snellville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Smyrna, GA
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.54 one way
$15.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.24 | $16.48 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Smyrna, GA
Late night in Smyrna on Friday
Local time
2:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Monroe, GA
24 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
4 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 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 Snellville, GA to Smyrna, GA covers 48.2 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 GA 83, US 78, Athens Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.1 miles from Snellville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.54 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 48.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (Oak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles (Sandy Creek Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Snellville, GA to Smyrna, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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