Road Trips from Atlanta, GA
Atlanta's surrounding roads offer a good variety for a quick escape. You've got options that are mostly highway, perfect for maximizing time at your destination, along with routes that mix in surface roads for a slightly more relaxed pace. Several of these trips put you near significant historical parks, while others focus on the drive itself. Whether you're looking for a short trip under an hour or a longer haul that takes a few hours, there's a direction to head.
Total Routes
21
Shortest
3.9h
With Parks Nearby
21
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
18 total in this range
Donalsonville, GA
4h 20m222.1 mi one way
For the longest single-day option, Donalsonville is 4.3 hours away and mostly highway. It boasts a 9/9 drive score and includes access to parks like the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park, making it a destination with both distance and points of interest.
Colquitt, GA
4h 5m211 mi one way
Savannah, GA
4h 34m248.3 mi one way
Savannah is the furthest destination at 4.6 hours, mainly on the highway with a drive score of 8/9. This option is best if you're looking for the most extensive drive and includes park access like Fort Pulaski National Monument.
Darien, GA
5h 18m290.5 mi one way
Waycross, GA
4h 51m252 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Donalsonville, GA
4h 20m222.1 mi one way
Colquitt, GA
4h 5m211 mi one way
Savannah, GA
4h 34m248.3 mi one way
Darien, GA
5h 18m290.5 mi one way
Savannah, GA
4h 34m248.3 mi one way
Waycross, GA
4h 51m252 mi one way
Midway, GA
4h 48m261.1 mi one way
Valdosta, GA
4h 11m228 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With parks like the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area accessible, spring offers pleasant conditions for outdoor exploration on these routes.
Summer
Longer drives to places like Donalsonville or Savannah are feasible, with highway routes maximizing time at your destination during warmer months.
Fall
Routes offering access to historical parks provide scenic backdrops for drives as the foliage changes.
Winter
Shorter, highway-focused trips to destinations like Roswell or Monticello are practical for winter excursions.
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