Origin
Brookhaven, GA
Late night in Brookhaven on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookhaven, GA to Auburn, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
33.8 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookhaven, GA
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Auburn, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Brookhaven to Auburn, Georgia, you are in for a quick 33.8-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. This short commute is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a modest fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate within the Southeast. You will primarily utilize Interstate Highway 85, University Parkway, and Winder Highway to complete the trek. Since the entire drive stays within the state of Georgia, you can expect a straightforward transition between these two communities without any complex regional shifts.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Parkway | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| Interstate Highway 85 | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Winder Highway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Expressway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Atlanta Highway Northwest | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Chamblee Tucker Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Peachtree Road Northeast | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Peachtree Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 10.2 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven, GA and Auburn, GA.
1
Start on this road
397 ft
·
34 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
63 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left
139 ft
·
12 sec
4
Turn right onto GA 141
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Peachtree Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Peachtree Road
6
Turn right onto Chamblee Tucker Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Chamblee Tucker Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 85
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 85
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Interstate Highway 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 106
Toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
11
Continue on GA 316
10 mi
·
14 min
·
University Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 29 Business; GA 8
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Winder Highway
13
Continue on GA 8
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Atlanta Highway Northwest
14
Turn left onto Mount Moriah Road
302 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mount Moriah Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
83 ft
·
2 sec
·
4th Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
4th Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from Brookhaven, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 16.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Turn right onto GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Chamblee Tucker Road
Turn right onto Chamblee Tucker Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 85 North: Greenville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
6
16.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.29 one way
$10.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.26 | $12.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Auburn, GA
Late night in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
27 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
47m 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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 64% of your total mileage spent on higher-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm as you navigate the transition from the interstate to regional parkways. Expect your longest uninterrupted stretch to span 10.2 miles while traveling along University Parkway. The experience behind the wheel is functional and efficient, characterized by the consistent pace of highway travel. As you progress from the busier corridors near Brookhaven toward Auburn, the road feel shifts slightly, balancing the fast-paced highway sections with the more localized flow of Winder Highway.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.2 mi on University Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and Interstate Highway 85. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 33.8 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: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Chamblee Tucker Road): 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.
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 Brookhaven, GA to Auburn, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Athens along the way.
Athens
16.6 mi in
|
~23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 33.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.2 miles on University Parkway. 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 Auburn, 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: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Chamblee Tucker Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. 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 Auburn, 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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