Origin
Cartersville, GA
Morning in Cartersville on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cartersville, GA to Dunwoody, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
41.6 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
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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Dunwoody, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Cartersville to Dunwoody, you are looking at a straightforward 41.6-mile journey through the Southeast. The drive typically takes about 54 minutes, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel will cover your transit across this corridor. Your path primarily utilizes I-75 and the Atlanta Bypass, also known as The Perimeter, following a brief start on East Main Street. This route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure, serving as a practical connection between these two Georgia communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 27.8 mi | 31m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| East Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Cherokee Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Mount Vernon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Gilmer Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 27.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cartersville, GA and Dunwoody, 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
28 mi
·
31 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 259
Toward I 285 Bypass West, I 285 Bypass East: Birmingham, Tampa, Greenville, Augusta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 285 East Bypass: Greenville, Augusta
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 285
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
3 min
Exit 29
Toward Ashford Dunwoody Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left
226 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Ashford Dunwoody Road North
11
Turn straight onto Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Mount Vernon Road
13
Turn sharp left
90 ft
·
2 sec
14
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Cartersville, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 41.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
8
30.8 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 285 Bypass West, I 285 Bypass East: Birmingham, Tampa, Greenville, Augusta
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 259
Toward I 285 Bypass West, I 285 Bypass East: Bi...
8
31.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East Bypass: Greenville, Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 285 East Bypass: Greenville, Augusta
7
38 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward Ashford Dunwoody Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29
Toward Ashford Dunwoody Road
6
41.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.51 one way
$13.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.11 | $14.23 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Dunwoody, GA
Morning in Dunwoody on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
54m 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 a highway-focused drive, as 67% of your travel occurs on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on the interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 27.8 miles on I-75. The experience is defined by high-speed transit rather than winding backroads or scenic detours. Transitioning from East Main Street onto the heavy-traffic arteries of the Atlanta Bypass changes the pace significantly, requiring your full attention as you navigate the perimeter. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed over variety.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near GA 61; GA 113; GA 293 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 41.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (GA 61; GA 113; GA 293 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles: 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 Cartersville, GA and Dunwoody, GA, road signs point toward Tampa, Greenville, Augusta and Ashford Dunwoody Road North.
Tampa
30.8 mi in
|
~37m
Greenville
30.8 mi in
|
~37m
Augusta
30.8 mi in
|
~37m
Ashford Dunwoody Road North
39.4 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 41.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.8 miles on I 75. 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 Dunwoody, 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 0.5 miles (GA 61; GA 113; GA 293 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and 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 Dunwoody, 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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