Atlanta to Jesup is 233.3 miles and takes about 4h 45m via I 75 and I 16, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, connecting the Southeast region of Atlanta to the Southeast region of Jesup. Mostly highway driving means you'll cover ground efficiently, making it a straightforward option for a single-day trip. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal if you're looking for a no-fuss drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
116.7 miles from Atlanta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
77.1 mi
1h 25m
I 16
65.6 mi
1h 10m
GA 29
20.6 mi
26m
Odum Highway
13.1 mi
16m
US 1
12 mi
13m
Golden Isles Highway East
11.6 mi
14m
Cedar Crossing Road
10.4 mi
21m
GA 135
9.2 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 77.1 mi, about 1h 25m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 252 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~5,640 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,598
Quietest
2 AM
~925 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlanta, GA and Jesup, GA.
1
Start on Capitol Avenue Southeast
195 ft·9 sec·Capitol Avenue Southeast
2
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
434 ft·16 sec·Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto Washington Street Southwest
0.4 mi·51 sec·Washington Street Southwest
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on Pulliam Street Southwest
0.6 mi·1 min·Pulliam Street Southwest
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South
6
Merge onto I 75; I 85
0.6 mi·50 sec·Downtown Connector
7
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi·3 min·James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
12 mi·13 min·I 75
Toward Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Exit 165Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, SavannahUse the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 16
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 67Toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia
13
Turn right onto GA 29
21 mi·26 min·GA 29
14
Continue on GA 135
9.2 mi·13 min·GA 135
15
At end of road, turn left onto 135
0.3 mi·32 sec·West Broad Street
16
Turn right onto 135
308 ft·6 sec·135
17
Turn left onto East Broad Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Broad Street
18
Continue on Cedar Crossing Road
10 mi·21 min·Cedar Crossing Road
19
Turn right onto US 1; GA 4; GA 15
3.7 mi·4 min·US 1; GA 4; GA 15
20
Continue on US 1; 4; 15
1.4 mi·1 min·Plant Hatch Parkway
21
Continue on US 1; GA 4; GA 15
8.4 mi·9 min·US 1; GA 4; GA 15
22
Turn left onto US 341; GA 27
2.3 mi·3 min·East Parker Street
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on US 341; GA 27
12 mi·14 min·Golden Isles Highway East
24
Continue on US 341; GA 27
6.2 mi·7 min·Odum Highway
25
Continue on US 341; GA 27
1.6 mi·2 min·South Main Street
26
Continue on US 341; GA 27
6.9 mi·9 min·Odum Highway
27
Continue on US 341; GA 27
0.4 mi·40 sec·West Cherry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward West Cherry Street
29
Turn straight onto West Cherry Street
1.1 mi·2 min·West Cherry Street
30
Arrive at destination
West Cherry Street
Trip Plan
For this 4h 45m drive, leaving Atlanta in the morning is advisable to make the most of daylight. The route is efficient, so a single stop for fuel or a quick break should suffice. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 77.1 miles on I 75, as services can be spread out. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart a bit later if needed, but a morning start ensures a relaxed arrival in Jesup.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.7 miles from Atlanta, GA, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 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 51 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.7 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jesup, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Atlanta, 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 Atlanta, GA
This is one driving day of about 233.3 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Atlanta, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 77.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 148 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.3 mi into trip|~6m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
69.1 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Macon, Savannah
8
81.3 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 165
Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
6
148 mi into trip|~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67
Toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.75 one way
$71.50 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg82 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.27
$39.23
$78.46
premium
$4.64
$42.59
$85.18
diesel
$5.60
$51.43
$102.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70
0
$24.50
$11.20
Efficient EV
58.3
0
$20.41
$9.33
EV Truck/SUV
93.3
1
$32.66
$14.93
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Aug 30, 2026
Origin
Atlanta, GA
Late night
in Atlanta on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
SE 0 to 5 mph7% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Jesup, GA
Late night
in Jesup on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
NE 0 to 3 mph18% chanceLive 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
4h 45m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 88.5
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 81% of the 233.3 miles on major routes like I 75 and I 16. You'll experience a long stretch of 77.1 miles on I 75 before transitioning to other roads. Expect a consistent cruising speed for most of the trip, with the highway segment ending as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of steady progress on well-maintained roads.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 233.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,040 ft94 ft
Total Climb
117 ft
Total Descent
1,064 ft
Highest Point
1,040 ft
Elevation Range
947 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Atlanta, GA and Jesup, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Vidalia.
Atlanta is the vanguard of the New South, with the charm and elegance of the Old. It's a city that balances southern traditions with sleek modernism, and southern hospitality with three skylines and the world’s busiest airport. It's a city that has been burnt to the ground and built back up; seen the horrors of war; felt the pain of droughts and floods; and given birth to Martin Luther King, Jr., the greatest figure of the civil rights movement. Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia.
=== Welcome World Cup fans ===
Atlanta is one of the 16 North American cities hosting matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Games in the region will be played at the spectacular Mercedes‑Benz Stadium, located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta.
Top landmarks
•Georgia State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Georgia
•Virginia-Highland — human settlement in Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
•Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park — heritage site in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 45m. Total distance: 233.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Jesup, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Jesup, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
