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Trip from Brooks, GA to Pinegate, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

22m

Distance

13.1 mi

21 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 21m ★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m

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

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Downtown Brooks, GA, GA

Brooks, GA

Wolrider YURTSEVEN

Downtown Pinegate, GA, GA

Pinegate, GA

Andrew LaBonne

Trip Overview

This short, 13.1-mile drive from Brooks, GA to Pinegate, GA takes about 22 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip. With 94% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a very focused, high-speed drive. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $2, and since there are no recommended stops, you can complete the entire trip without needing to refuel or rest. This route stays within the Southeast region of Georgia, offering a straightforward transit between two points without significant changes in scenery or environment. It's ideal for those looking for an efficient and uncomplicated journey.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Joel Cowan Parkway 7.1 mi 10m
Highway 85 Connector 4 mi 7m
Pinegate Road 0.5 mi 2m
GA 85 0.3 mi <1m
Floy Farr Parkway 0.3 mi <1m
Riley Parkway 0.3 mi <1m
Aberdeen Parkway 0.3 mi <1m
Northlake Drive 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Joel Cowan Parkway — 7.1 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brooks, GA and Pinegate, GA.

1

Start on Church Alley

178 ft · 13 sec · Church Alley
2

Turn left onto GA 85 CONN

4.0 mi · 7 min · Highway 85 Connector
3

At end of road, turn left onto GA 85

0.3 mi · 27 sec · GA 85
Use the left lane.
4

Turn right onto GA 74

7.1 mi · 10 min · Joel Cowan Parkway
Use the straight lane.
5

Turn right onto GA 54

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Floy Farr Parkway
6

Turn left onto Northlake Drive

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Northlake Drive
7

Turn left onto Aberdeen Parkway

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Aberdeen Parkway
8

Turn right onto Riley Parkway

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Riley Parkway
9

Turn left onto Pinegate Road

0.5 mi · 2 min · Pinegate Road
10

Arrive at destination

Pinegate Road

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.3 — 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 85 CONN / Highway 85 Connector

Turn left onto GA 85 CONN / Highway 85 Connector

Navigation decision point

6
4.1 mi into trip | ~7m in | GA 85

At end of road, turn left onto GA 85

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
4.4 mi into trip | ~8m in | GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway

Turn right onto GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
4
12 mi into trip | ~19m in | Aberdeen Parkway

Turn left onto Aberdeen Parkway

Navigation decision point

4
12.3 mi into trip | ~19m in | Riley Parkway

Turn right onto Riley Parkway

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.01 one way

$4.01 round trip

$3.89/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.27 $2.20 $4.41
premium $4.64 $2.39 $4.78
diesel $5.60 $2.89 $5.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$2

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.9 0 $1.38 $0.63
Efficient EV 3.3 0 $1.15 $0.52
EV Truck/SUV 5.2 0 $1.83 $0.84

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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 Aug 14, 2026

Origin

Brooks, GA

Evening in Brooks on Friday

Local time

7:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

94°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

NW 5 mph 31% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 3:28PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 3:22PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Destination

Pinegate, GA

Evening in Pinegate on Friday

Local time

7:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

94°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

W 5 mph 28% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 3:28PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 3:22PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

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

22m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 94% of the drive utilizing high-speed roads. You'll encounter Joel Cowan Parkway, Highway 85 Connector, and Pinegate Road, all contributing to the swift pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 7.1 miles on Joel Cowan Parkway, allowing for a consistent cruising speed. The road's character remains largely consistent throughout, emphasizing efficient travel over scenic detours. This is a drive where you'll spend most of your time at highway speeds, making it a direct and functional transit.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on Joel Cowan Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Joel Cowan Parkway and Highway 85 Connector. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 85 CONN / Highway 85 Connector.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 22m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 85 CONN / Highway 85 Connector): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (GA 85): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

871 ft 765 ft

Total Climb

191 ft

Total Descent

188 ft

Highest Point

871 ft

~11.2 mi in

Elevation Range

106 ft

Detours Along the Way

Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.

Starbucks

Cafe

Later in the drive, right off the route

18min in 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Peachtree City, GA

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Visit website

Foxtails

Cafe

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Starbucks

Cafe

Near the end, short detour

23min in 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Ranchero Bar & Grill

Restaurant

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0 mi from route

Peachtree City, GA

Cuisine: mexican

Five Guys

Fast_food

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peachtree City, GA

Cuisine: burger

Hours: 11:00-21:30

Visit website

Panda Express

Fast_food

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peachtree City, GA

Cuisine: chinese

Hours: Mo-Th 10:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-22:30; Su...

Visit website

Positano Pizza Napolentana

Fast_food

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peachtree City, GA

Cuisine: pizza

McDonald's

Fast_food

Later in the drive, right off the route

15min in 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

GA

Cuisine: burger

Hours: Mo-Th 06:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 06:00-24:00; Su...

Visit website

Pascal's Bistro

Restaurant

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.1 mi from route

PAC Trails

Park

Around the midpoint, right off the route

13min in 0.2 mi from route

Clover Reach Recreation Center

Park

Later in the drive, right off the route

18min in 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Riley Recreation Field

Park

Near the end, right off the route

23min in 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

MOBA Soccer

Attraction

Around the midpoint, right off the route

13min in 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spillway Dam

Attraction

Later in the drive, right off the route

18min in 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Blue Smoke Park

Park

Near the end, right off the route

23min in 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Welcome to Peachtree City

Artwork

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tunnel

Artwork

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Shakerage Knoll

Yes

Later in the drive, right off the route

18min in 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tinsley Mill

Ruins

Near the end, right off the route

23min in 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

The Walking Dead - Greene family farm filming location

Yes

Early in the drive, short detour

8min in 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Landrum Mill

Ruins

Near the end, short detour

23min in 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Crowne Plaza Atlanta Southwest

Hotel

Near the end, right off the route

23min in 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

GA

Visit website

Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Peachtree City

Hotel

Near the end, right off the route

23min in 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Peachtree City, GA

Visit website

Hilton Peachtree City Hotel & Conference Center

Hotel

Near the end, right off the route

20min in 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Peachtree City, GA

Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.

About the Cities

Starting in Brooks, GA

Full guide →

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 13.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

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

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 7.1 miles on Joel Cowan Parkway. 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: near the start (GA 85 CONN / Highway 85 Connector): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (GA 85): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — 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 Pinegate, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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