Origin
Whitesburg, GA
Morning in Whitesburg on Wednesday
Local time
10:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Whitesburg, GA to Paradise Estates, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
41m
Distance
27 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitesburg, GA
Mark Stebnicki
Paradise Estates, GA
Griffin Wooldridge
Trip Overview
This 27-mile drive from Whitesburg to Paradise Estates in Georgia is a quick, local journey that can easily be completed in under an hour, specifically 41 minutes. Given its short distance and low fuel cost of around $4, it's perfect for a single-day trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Carrollton Villa Rica Highway, Main Street, and Bankhead Highway, with a small highway share of 7%. Expect a turn-heavy experience rather than a fast-paced highway cruise. This drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward local connection without extensive travel time.
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
13.5 miles from Whitesburg, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive on this route, which spans 27 miles and takes approximately 41 minutes. While only 7% of the journey involves highways, you'll navigate through a mix of named local roads including Carrollton Villa Rica Highway, Main Street, and Bankhead Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.6 miles on Carrollton Villa Rica Highway, offering a brief period of consistent travel before the road conditions likely shift. This drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction rather than long, open highway stretches.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Carrollton Villa Rica Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.6 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 9.6 miles in near US 27 Alternate; GA 16 / Newnan Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Whitesburg, GA to Paradise Estates, GA is easy. At 41m with 7% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.6 miles (US 27 Alternate; GA 16 / Newnan Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.7 miles (Bankhead Highway): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (GA 101 / Rockmart Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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9.6 mi into trip
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~13m in
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US 27 Alternate; GA 16 / Newnan Road
Enter roundabout onto US 27 Alternate; GA 16 / Newnan Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
11.7 mi into trip
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~16m in
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Bankhead Highway
Turn right onto Bankhead Highway
Navigation decision point
5
25.2 mi into trip
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~37m in
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GA 101 / Rockmart Road
Enter roundabout onto GA 101 / Rockmart Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
25.7 mi into trip
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~37m in
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CR 80 / Lake Paradise Road
Turn left onto CR 80 / Lake Paradise Road
Navigation decision point
4
26.5 mi into trip
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~39m in
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Lake Drive
Turn left onto Lake Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carrollton Villa Rica Highway | 10.6 mi | 16m |
| Main Street | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| Bankhead Highway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| GA 166 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Lake Paradise Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Lake Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Rockmart Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Newnan Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Carrollton Villa Rica Highway
— 10.6 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitesburg, GA and Paradise Estates, GA.
1
Start on US 27 Alternate; GA 16
9.6 mi
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13 min
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Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 27 Alternate; GA 16
121 ft
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4 sec
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Newnan Road
3
Continue on US 27 Alternate; GA 16
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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Newnan Road
4
Turn right onto GA 166
1.9 mi
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2 min
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GA 166
5
Turn right onto Bankhead Highway
2.9 mi
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4 min
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Bankhead Highway
6
Continue on GA 61
11 mi
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16 min
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Carrollton Villa Rica Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto GA 101
263 ft
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5 sec
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Rockmart Road
8
Continue on GA 101
0.4 mi
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40 sec
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Rockmart Road
9
Turn left onto CR 80
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Lake Paradise Road
10
Turn left onto Lake Drive
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Lake Drive
11
Arrive at destination
Lake Drive
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 41 minutes and a modest fuel cost of approximately $4, this 27-mile trip offers great flexibility. You can depart at any time that suits your schedule, as there's no need to split the drive or rush to make up time. Since there are no designated stops mentioned and the route is relatively short, you can easily take breaks as needed or drive straight through. Keep an eye out for the frequent turns characteristic of this local drive, especially on Carrollton Villa Rica Highway, where you'll encounter the longest stretch of uninterrupted travel.
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 13.5 miles from Whitesburg, GA, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.6 miles.
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 27 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.5 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paradise Estates, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Whitesburg, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Whitesburg, GA
This is one driving day of about 27 miles and 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Whitesburg, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Carrollton Villa Rica Highway for about 10.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.5 mi from Whitesburg, GA · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.5 miles from Whitesburg, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paradise Estates, GA
The final approach into Paradise Estates, 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 Paradise Estates, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.22 one way
$8.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.62 | $9.23 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.00 | $9.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Paradise Estates, GA
Morning in Paradise Estates on Wednesday
Local time
10:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
41m 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 Whitesburg, GA to Paradise Estates, GA covers 27 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Carrollton Villa Rica Highway, Main Street, Bankhead Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.5 miles from Whitesburg, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.22 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 Whitesburg, GA to Paradise Estates, GA is easy. At 41m with 7% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.6 miles (US 27 Alternate; GA 16 / Newnan Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.7 miles (Bankhead Highway): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (GA 101 / Rockmart Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Whitesburg, GA to Paradise Estates, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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