Origin
Calhoun, GA
Late night in Calhoun on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Calhoun, GA to Brookhaven, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Calhoun, GA
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Brookhaven, GA
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Trip Overview
This 66.1-mile drive from Calhoun, GA, to Brookhaven, GA, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 23 minutes. With an estimated fuel cost of $10, it's an economical option for a day trip within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes I-75, making it efficient for those looking to cover ground quickly. While there are no specific stops recommended in the data, its short duration means you won't need an overnight stay. This drive is ideal if you're seeking a quick and uncomplicated transition between these two Georgia locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 56.4 mi | 1h 2m |
| West Paces Ferry Road Northwest | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Peachtree Road Northeast | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| South Wall Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| West Belmont Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bolling Way Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calhoun, GA and Brookhaven, GA.
1
Start on US 41; GA 3
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Wall Street
2
Turn slight left onto West Belmont Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Belmont Drive
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
4
Merge onto I 75
56 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 255
Toward West Paces Ferry Road, Northside Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Turn left onto Bolling Way Northeast
387 ft
·
22 sec
·
Bolling Way Northeast
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto GA 141
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
9
Turn right
139 ft
·
12 sec
10
Turn right
63 ft
·
9 sec
11
Turn left
347 ft
·
25 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Calhoun, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 3.3 and 66 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
59.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward West Paces Ferry Road, Northside Parkway
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 255
Toward West Paces Ferry Road, Northside Parkway
6
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
Turn left onto West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
63.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Bolling Way Northeast
Turn left onto Bolling Way Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
66 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.34 one way
$20.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.30 | $22.60 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.23 | $24.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.59 | $29.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Brookhaven, GA
Late night in Brookhaven on Sunday
Local time
12:14 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
3 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 23m 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?
Expect an 85% highway experience on this route, dominated by I-75 for the majority of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 56.4 miles on I-75, offering a consistent pace. As you approach Brookhaven, the route transitions to West Paces Ferry Road Northwest and Peachtree Road Northeast, introducing a more local road feel after the interstate travel. This mix means you'll experience the efficiency of highway driving followed by a shift to more urban or suburban road conditions.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and West Paces Ferry Road Northwest. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near I 75.
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 1h 23m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.9 miles (West Paces Ferry Road Northwest): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on I 75. 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 3.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.9 miles (West Paces Ferry Road Northwest): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brookhaven, 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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