Origin
West Point, GA
Evening in West Point on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Point, GA to Atlanta, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
86.4 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Point, GA
Jole Aron
Atlanta, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from West Point to Atlanta covers 86.4 miles, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes. Since this is a straightforward trek within the Southeast, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for the drive. You will navigate via West Point Circle, Holley Road, and Eisenhower Parkway to reach your destination. Because this route avoids major highways entirely, it offers a distinct alternative to the typical interstate commute. If you are looking for a manageable excursion without the pressure of a long-haul journey, this route provides a practical and efficient option.
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
43.2 miles from West Point, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you actively engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route features zero highway miles, shifting the focus to local roads that require your full attention. There is no single long-stretch segment, as the lack of highway travel means you will be navigating intersections and turns throughout the entire 86.4-mile path. The road personality here is defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed cruising. You will find that the rhythm of the drive changes frequently as you transition between West Point Circle, Holley Road, and Eisenhower Parkway, providing a unique experience compared to standard thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Point Circle 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 West Point, GA to Atlanta, GA is easy. At 1h 31m 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 West Point, GA to Atlanta, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Point Circle | — | — |
| Holley Road | — | — |
| Eisenhower Parkway | — | — |
| I 475 North | — | — |
| Larry Justice Highway | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| Fulton Street | — | — |
| Fulton Street Southwest | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Point Circle
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Point, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on Trophy Place
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Trophy Place
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Point Circle
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Point Circle
3
Turn right onto Holley Road
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Holley Road
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Eisenhower Parkway
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Eisenhower Parkway
5
Exit the roundabout onto Eisenhower Parkway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Eisenhower Parkway
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eisenhower Parkway
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
Eisenhower Parkway
7
Exit the roundabout onto Eisenhower Parkway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Eisenhower Parkway
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eisenhower Parkway
118 ft
·
4 sec
·
Eisenhower Parkway
9
Exit the roundabout onto Eisenhower Parkway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Eisenhower Parkway
10
Turn slight left
246 ft
·
11 sec
11
Take the ramp straight toward I 475 North: Atlanta
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 475 North: Atlanta
12
Merge slight left onto Larry Justice Highway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
13
Merge slight right
49 mi
·
53 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
15
Take the exit slight right toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
16
Keep slight right to continue on Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
17
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Fulton Street Southwest
18
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Capitol Avenue Southeast
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the trip is a relatively quick 1 hour and 31 minutes, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. However, because this is a turn-heavy local route, try to avoid peak traffic hours to ensure a smoother experience on the local roads. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, though keeping your fuel budget of $13 in mind will help you stay prepared for the duration of the trip. The biggest advantage of this route is its simplicity; you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a reliable GPS running, as the heavy reliance on local roads like Holley Road and Eisenhower Parkway involves frequent turns that are easy to miss.
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 43.2 miles from West Point, GA, or about 45m 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 19 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.2 miles or 45m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlanta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving West Point, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Point, GA
This is one driving day of about 86.4 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from West Point, 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 43.2 mi from West Point, GA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.2 miles from West Point, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Atlanta, GA
The final approach into Atlanta, 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
$13.51 one way
$27.02 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.77 | $29.55 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.99 | $31.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.08 | $38.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
| Efficient EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.56 | $3.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.10 | $5.53 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Atlanta, GA
Evening in Atlanta on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 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 31m 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 West Point, GA to Atlanta, GA covers 86.4 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Point Circle, Holley Road, Eisenhower Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.2 miles from West Point, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.51 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 West Point, GA to Atlanta, GA is easy. At 1h 31m 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 West Point, GA to Atlanta, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Point, GA to Atlanta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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