Origin
Cartersville, GA
Evening in Cartersville on Sunday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cartersville, GA to Allatoona Beach, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
9.3 mi
15 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cartersville, GA
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Allatoona Beach, GA
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Trip Overview
Cartersville, GA to Allatoona Beach, GA is 9.3 miles and takes about 16m via I 75, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Georgia and the Southeast region, making it a convenient local excursion. Expect a mixed drive that transitions from city streets to highway travel. It's a straightforward journey perfect for a quick getaway without requiring an overnight stay. Consider this route when you need a brief escape and don't want to spend too much time on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 3.6 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Old Allatoona Road Southeast | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| West Cherokee Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Allatoona Landing Road Southeast | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| North Gilmer Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 3.6 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cartersville, GA and Allatoona Beach, GA.
1
Start on GA 293
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cherokee Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Gilmer Street
331 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Gilmer Street
3
Turn left onto GA 61; GA 113; GA 293
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
5
Merge onto I 75
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 283
Toward Allatoona Road, Emerson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto Old Allatoona Road Southeast
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Allatoona Road Southeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Allatoona Landing Road Southeast
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Allatoona Landing Road Southeast
9
Turn left
160 ft
·
12 sec
10
Turn right
183 ft
·
13 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 9.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Gilmer Street
Turn right onto North Gilmer Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
GA 61; GA 113; GA 293 / East Main Street
Turn left onto GA 61; GA 113; GA 293 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
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
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward Allatoona Road, Emerson
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 283
Toward Allatoona Road, Emerson
4
9.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.45 one way
$2.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.72 | $3.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Allatoona Beach, GA
Evening in Allatoona Beach on Sunday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
16m 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 route offers a mixed driving experience, with 38% of it on the highway. You'll start on local roads like East Main Street before merging onto I 75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.6 miles on I 75, providing a period of steady, faster travel. As you approach your destination, the drive will likely transition back to more local roads like Old Allatoona Road Southeast, offering a change of pace from the interstate.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near North Gilmer Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 9.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.5 miles (North Gilmer Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (GA 61; GA 113; GA 293 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Cartersville, GA to Allatoona Beach, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Emerson along the way.
Emerson
6.6 mi in
|
~10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 9.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.6 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 0.5 miles (North Gilmer Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (GA 61; GA 113; GA 293 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. 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 Allatoona Beach, 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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