Origin
Camilla, GA
Late night in Camilla on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camilla, GA to Atlanta, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
204.3 mi
329 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camilla, GA
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Atlanta, GA
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Trip Overview
This 204.3-mile drive from Camilla, GA to Atlanta, GA is a manageable 3-hour and 55-minute trip, making it an ideal one-day adventure. With an estimated fuel cost of $32, it's an economical option for exploring the Southeast. The route primarily utilizes I 75, US 19, and GA 300, offering a straightforward journey. You'll spend 84% of your time on highways, so expect a focused driving experience. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.2 miles from Camilla, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 124.8 mi | 2h 16m |
| US 19 | 24.3 mi | 30m |
| GA 300 | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Cordele Road | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Broad Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Capitol Avenue Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 124.8 mi, about 2h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camilla, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on GA 112
67 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Scott Street
2
Turn left onto GA 37
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Broad Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 19; GA 3; GA 37 Truck; GA 300
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 19; GA 3; GA 37 Truck; GA 300
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 19; GA 3; GA 300
24 mi
·
29 min
·
US 19; GA 3; GA 300
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 2A
Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
6
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.9 mi
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1 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto Cordele Road
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on GA 300
22 mi
·
27 min
·
GA 300
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I-75 North: Macon
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 75
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 246
Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Fulton Street Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
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Capitol Avenue Southeast
19
Arrive at destination
Capitol Avenue Southeast
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 3-hour and 55-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic as you approach Atlanta. With only one recommended stop and a long stretch on I 75, plan your breaks accordingly to stay refreshed. The fuel cost is estimated at $32, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Camilla. Given the relatively short duration, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that suits you best, but keeping an eye on traffic patterns near your destination is always wise.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.2 miles from Camilla, GA, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 45 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.2 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlanta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camilla, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camilla, GA
This is one driving day of about 204.3 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Camilla, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 124.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.2 miles from Camilla, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 124.8 miles.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 203.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 37 / West Broad Street
Turn left onto GA 37 / West Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
119.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
8
184.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
8
203 mi into trip
|
~3h 53m in
Take the exit toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
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 246
Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia S...
8
203.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.95 one way
$63.90 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $34.93 | $69.86 |
| premium | $4.70 | $37.81 | $75.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.11 | $90.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.3 | 0 | $21.45 | $9.81 |
| Efficient EV | 51.1 | 0 | $17.88 | $8.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.7 | 1 | $28.60 | $13.08 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Atlanta, GA
Late night in Atlanta on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Centerville, GA
102 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
26 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
3h 55m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 204.3
View on nps.gov
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 126.8
View on nps.gov
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
$5
near mile 204.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 84% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 124.8 miles on I 75, which forms the backbone of this route. While the majority is highway driving, the inclusion of US 19 and GA 300 might offer slight variations in scenery and speed as you get closer to Atlanta. The overall character is efficient and direct, designed for covering ground.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 19. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 37 / West Broad Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 204.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 37 / West Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.4 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 184.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Camilla, GA and Atlanta, GA, road signs point toward Tifton and Birmingham.
Tifton
24.9 mi in
|
~31m
Birmingham
184.8 mi in
|
~3h 31m
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via I 75
About the Cities
Arriving in Atlanta, GA
Full guide →Atlanta is the vanguard of the New South, with the charm and elegance of the Old. It's a city that balances southern traditions with sleek modernism, and southern hospitality with three skylines and the world’s busiest airport. It's a city that has been burnt to the ground and built back up; seen the horrors of war; felt the pain of droughts and floods; and given birth to Martin Luther King, Jr., the greatest figure of the civil rights movement. Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia.
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 3h 55m. Total distance: 204.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124.8 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Atlanta, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 37 / West Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.4 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 184.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Atlanta, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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