Origin
East Newnan, GA
Morning in East Newnan on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Newnan, 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
48m
Distance
38.9 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Newnan, GA
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Atlanta, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from East Newnan to Atlanta, you are looking at a straightforward 38.9-mile trip that typically takes about 48 minutes. Because the distance is so short, this makes for an easy day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budgeting about $6 for fuel is sufficient for the journey, keeping your overall travel costs quite low. Since both locations are situated in the Southeast, you will find the travel environment remains consistent throughout the drive. The route relies heavily on major infrastructure, making it a functional choice for commuters or those heading into the city for a quick visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 35.6 mi | 40m |
| Newnan Crossing Bypass | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Capitol Avenue Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Poplar Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Murphy Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Turkey Creek Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Fulton Street Southwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Wood Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 35.6 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Newnan, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on East Reynolds Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Reynolds Street
2
Keep slight left at fork onto East Murphy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Murphy Street
3
Continue on East Murphy Street
162 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Murphy Street
4
Continue on Wood Drive
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Wood Drive
5
Turn right onto Turkey Creek Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Turkey Creek Road
6
Turn left onto GA 34 Bypass
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Newnan Crossing Bypass
7
Turn right onto Poplar Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Poplar Road
8
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 85 North
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 85
36 mi
·
40 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 246
Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fulton Street Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Capitol Avenue Southeast
14
Arrive at destination
Capitol Avenue Southeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from East Newnan, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 38.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 85 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 85 North
5
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.6 mi into trip
|
~45m 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
37.8 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
6
38.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
Fulton Street Southwest
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.08 one way
$12.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.65 | $13.30 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in Atlanta on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
College Park, GA
19 mi in
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
4 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
48m 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 trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 91% of your time spent on major roads like I-85. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 35.6 miles directly on the interstate. After transitioning from the Newnan Crossing Bypass, the drive maintains a fast, efficient pace before shifting into local city streets via Capitol Avenue Southeast. Expect a utilitarian experience behind the wheel rather than a scenic tour, as the route is designed for speed and direct access between these two Georgia points.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.6 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Newnan Crossing Bypass. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 38.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 48m. Total distance: 38.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.6 miles on I 85. 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 Atlanta, 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 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and 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 Atlanta, 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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