Origin
Braselton, GA
Late night in Braselton on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Braselton, GA to Gainesville, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Braselton, GA
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Gainesville, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Braselton and Gainesville, this 17.8-mile drive is an efficient way to traverse the Southeast. Expect to spend about 27 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, it is an incredibly economical route that requires no overnight stops. The path relies heavily on GA 53, Lanier Parkway, and Queen City Parkway to get you to your destination quickly. Because the distance is so short, you have total flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to easily complete the trip in under half an hour. It is a highly practical transit route for anyone needing to move between these two Georgia communities without any unnecessary detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 53 | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| Lanier Parkway | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| Queen City Parkway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Green Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Atlanta Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Jesse Jewell Parkway Southwest | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
GA 53
— 9.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Braselton, GA and Gainesville, GA.
1
Start on GA 53
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Green Street
2
Enter roundabout onto GA 53
136 ft
·
2 sec
·
GA 53
3
Continue on GA 53
9.3 mi
·
14 min
·
GA 53
4
Turn right onto GA 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlanta Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 985 North
6
Merge onto I 985; US 23
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lanier Parkway
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 20
Toward GA 60, GA 53: Candler Road, Gainesville
Use the slight right lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto GA 60
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Queen City Parkway
9
Turn right onto GA 60; GA 369
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Jesse Jewell Parkway Southwest
10
Turn right onto Green Street
36 ft
·
1 sec
·
Green Street
11
Arrive at destination
Green Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 17.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
GA 53
Enter roundabout onto GA 53
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
11 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
GA 13 / Atlanta Highway
Turn right onto GA 13 / Atlanta Highway
Navigation decision point
3
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the ramp toward I 985 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 985 North
8
14.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward GA 60, GA 53: Candler Road, Gainesville
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 20
Toward GA 60, GA 53: Candler Road, Gainesville
4
17.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Green Street
Turn right onto Green Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.78 one way
$5.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.04 | $6.09 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.29 | $6.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Gainesville, GA
Late night in Gainesville on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
27m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 17.8-mile journey is a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the trip spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 9.3 miles along GA 53. The transition between the regional roads feels consistent, providing a steady driving experience rather than a collection of stop-and-go local streets. While you will navigate a few different parkways and highways, the road character remains functional and direct throughout the entire 27-minute duration. You can expect a predictable ride that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, scenic backroads, making it a reliable choice for a quick commute.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.3 mi on GA 53.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 53 and Lanier Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near GA 53.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (GA 53): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11 miles (GA 13 / Atlanta Highway): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 17.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.3 miles on GA 53. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 1.6 miles (GA 53): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11 miles (GA 13 / Atlanta Highway): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gainesville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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