Origin
Woodstock, GA
Night in Woodstock on Tuesday
Local time
11:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodstock, GA to Atlanta, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
37m
Distance
30.4 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodstock, GA
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Atlanta, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Woodstock to Atlanta, you are looking at a quick 30.4-mile trip that typically takes about 37 minutes. Because of the short distance, this is easily manageable as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stays. You can expect to spend roughly $5 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly commute within the Southeast region. The route relies on a combination of local highways, specifically the Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, the Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway, and the Horace E Tate Freeway. Since the drive is quite brief, it offers a straightforward transition between the two Georgia cities without the need for complex travel logistics.
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
15.2 miles from Woodstock, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While about 26 miles of the trip are spent on highways, the route's personality shifts as you transition between the three main roads. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.3 miles while traveling along the Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, which provides the most consistent portion of the journey. Because of the technical nature of the local roads, you should remain alert behind the wheel. The drive is characterized by this mix of highway efficiency and the winding, turn-heavy nature of the local segments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Towne Lake Parkway 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 Woodstock, GA to Atlanta, GA is easy. At 37m 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 Woodstock, GA to Atlanta, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Towne Lake Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 575 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Larry McDonald Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Horace E Tate Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown Connector | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King Junior Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King Jr | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Towne Lake Parkway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodstock, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on Main Street
66 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Towne Lake Parkway
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Towne Lake Parkway
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Towne Lake Parkway
128 ft
·
3 sec
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Towne Lake Parkway
4
Exit the roundabout onto Towne Lake Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Towne Lake Parkway
5
Turn left onto I 575 South, GA 5 South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 575 South, GA 5 South
6
Merge slight left onto Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
8.2 mi
·
8 min
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Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
7
Merge slight left onto Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
8
Continue on Horace E Tate Freeway
7.3 mi
·
8 min
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Horace E Tate Freeway
9
Continue on Downtown Connector
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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Downtown Connector
10
Take the exit slight right toward Martin Luther King Junior Drive, State Capitol, Turner Field
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Martin Luther King Junior Drive, State Capitol, Turner Field
11
Turn slight right onto Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
289 ft
·
13 sec
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Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
12
Turn left onto Capitol Square Southwest
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Capitol Square Southwest
13
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
318 ft
·
6 sec
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Capitol Avenue Southeast
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 37-minute run, you have significant flexibility in your departure time, though you should account for local traffic patterns typical of the Georgia corridor. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the entire distance is easily covered in one go. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your tank is ready for the 30.4-mile trek. A key tip for this specific route is to stay focused on the changing road designations, as you will be navigating between the Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, the Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway, and the Horace E Tate Freeway in relatively quick succession.
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 15.2 miles from Woodstock, GA, or about 18m 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 30.4 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlanta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Woodstock, 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 Woodstock, GA
This is one driving day of about 30.4 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woodstock, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Woodstock, GA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Woodstock, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Atlanta, 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
$4.75 one way
$9.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.63 | $11.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Night in Atlanta on Tuesday
Local time
11:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°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
1 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
37m 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 Woodstock, GA to Atlanta, GA covers 30.4 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Towne Lake Parkway, I 575 South, Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Woodstock, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.75 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 Woodstock, GA to Atlanta, GA is easy. At 37m 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 Woodstock, GA to Atlanta, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Woodstock, GA to Atlanta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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