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Trip from Belvedere Park, GA to Smyrna, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 12m

Distance

58 mi

93 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min
4 AM
1h 7m ★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Belvedere Park, GA, GA

Belvedere Park, GA

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Downtown Smyrna, GA, GA

Smyrna, GA

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Trip Overview

Belvedere Park, GA to Smyrna, GA is 58 miles and takes about 1 hour 12 minutes via Purple Heart Highway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a fairly direct drive that offers a look at local Georgia life as you make your way. Given its short duration, it’s ideal for a same-day excursion or a quick commute, making it easy to fit into your schedule without needing an overnight stay.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Purple Heart Highway 43.7 mi 46m
Greensboro Road 3 mi 4m
Covington Highway 2.8 mi 4m
South Main Street 2.7 mi 5m
Wesley Chapel Road 1.7 mi 2m
Monticello Highway 1.5 mi 2m
Covington Drive 0.7 mi 1m
Memorial Drive 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Purple Heart Highway — 43.7 mi, about 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Belvedere Park, GA and Smyrna, GA.

1

Start on this road

128 ft · 15 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto GA 154

0.6 mi · 1 min · Memorial Drive
3

Turn slight right onto Covington Drive

0.7 mi · 1 min · Covington Drive
Use the right lane.
4

Turn slight right onto US 278; GA 12

2.8 mi · 4 min · Covington Highway
Use the straight lane.
5

Turn right onto Wesley Chapel Road

1.7 mi · 2 min · Wesley Chapel Road
Use the right lane.
6

Turn left

0.4 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 20 East Use the left lane.
7

Merge onto I 20

44 mi · 46 min · Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Exit 113 Toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Turn left onto GA 83

1.5 mi · 2 min · Monticello Highway
10

Turn slight right onto GA 83

0.4 mi · 37 sec · GA 83
11

Keep slight left at fork onto US 278; GA 12; GA 83

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
12

Turn left onto US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83

157 ft · 3 sec · Eatonton Road
13

Turn straight onto US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83

2.2 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
14

Continue on US 278; GA 12

3.0 mi · 4 min · Greensboro Road
15

Turn right onto Buckhead Road

103 ft · 2 sec · Buckhead Road
16

Arrive at destination

Buckhead Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Newton County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oxford, GA

29 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

Stone Mountain, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oxford, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29 miles from Belvedere Park, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 49.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 154 / Memorial Drive

Turn left onto GA 154 / Memorial Drive

Navigation decision point

5
4.2 mi into trip | ~7m in | Wesley Chapel Road

Turn right onto Wesley Chapel Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
5.8 mi into trip | ~10m in

Turn left toward I 20 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 20 East
5
6.3 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 20 / Purple Heart Highway

Merge onto I 20 / Purple Heart Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
49.9 mi into trip | ~58m in

Take the exit toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 113 Toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.07 one way

$18.14 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $9.92 $19.83
premium $4.70 $10.73 $21.47
diesel $5.61 $12.81 $25.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.4 0 $6.09 $2.78
Efficient EV 14.5 0 $5.07 $2.32
EV Truck/SUV 23.2 0 $8.12 $3.71

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Belvedere Park, GA

Morning in Belvedere Park on Tuesday

Local time

7:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 0 to 10 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Smyrna, GA

Morning in Smyrna on Tuesday

Local time

7:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

82°F

Oxford, GA

29 mi in

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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 12m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 58-mile journey. With a highway share of 100%, you'll primarily be on local roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 43.7 miles along Purple Heart Highway. This means you'll be navigating a series of turns and intersections, rather than cruising on a high-speed interstate. The route feels more like a local transit than a long-distance haul, so pay attention to traffic signals and changing speed limits.

Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.7 mi on Purple Heart Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 154 / Memorial Drive.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 154 / Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (Wesley Chapel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Belvedere Park, GA to Smyrna, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.

Monticello

49.9 mi in | ~58m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 58 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 43.7 miles on Purple Heart Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Smyrna, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 154 / Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (Wesley Chapel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Smyrna, GA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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