Origin
Brookhaven, GA
Late night in Brookhaven on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookhaven, GA to Austell, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
23.7 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
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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Austell, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Brookhaven to Austell, you are looking at a 23.7-mile journey that typically takes about 41 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, as it is a short, straightforward commute across the Southeast. You will navigate primarily via North Druid Hills Road, the Buford-Spring Connector, and Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, it is an economical choice for a local getaway. Because the entire route stays within Georgia, you will enjoy a consistent regional feel without the need for an overnight stay. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, this drive offers a practical way to connect these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest | 13.4 mi | 22m |
| North Druid Hills Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Buford-Spring Connector | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Northeast Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Buford Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Downtown Connector | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Avenue Northwest | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest
— 13.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven, GA and Austell, 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
432 ft
·
10 sec
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
5
Turn right onto Dresden Drive Northeast
195 ft
·
10 sec
·
Dresden Drive Northeast
6
Take the ramp
176 ft
·
12 sec
7
Turn sharp left onto GA 141
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto North Druid Hills Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Druid Hills Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto GA 13
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Buford Highway
10
Continue on GA 13
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Buford-Spring Connector
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 85
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Expressway
13
Continue on I 75; I 85
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Downtown Connector
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 249D
Toward US 78, US 278: North Avenue, Georgia Institute of Technology
15
Turn right onto US 29; US 78; US 278; GA 8
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 19; US 41; GA 3
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Northside Drive Northwest
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto US 78; US 278; GA 8
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on US 78; US 278; GA 8
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 78; US 278; GA 5; GA 8
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Parkway Southwest
20
Continue on US 78; US 278; GA 5; GA 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway Southwest
21
Turn left onto Love Street
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Love Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Love Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 23.7 — 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
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Turn right onto GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
8
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Turn sharp left onto GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward US 78, US 278: North Avenue, Georgia Institute of Technology
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 249D
Toward US 78, US 278: North Avenue, Georgia Ins...
6
23.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Love Street
Turn left onto Love Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.71 one way
$7.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.05 | $8.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.39 | $8.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.23 | $10.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Austell, GA
Late night in Austell on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
41m 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 62% of your time spent on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the pavement, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.4 miles along Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest. While it lacks the winding character of rural backroads, the route provides a functional, efficient experience for drivers who prefer speed over scenery. The transition between surface streets and the highway portions keeps the drive engaging without being overly technical. Expect a consistent pace as you move through the urban landscape, making it a reliable option for those who value predictability behind the wheel.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.4 mi on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest and North Druid Hills Road. You will hit about 14 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 23.7 miles you will encounter 14 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): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. 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 Austell, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Georgia Institute Of Technology along the way.
Georgia Institute Of Technology
8 mi in
|
~14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 23.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.4 miles on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest. 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 Austell, 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): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Road Northeast): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Austell, 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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