Origin
Forest Park, GA
Late night in Forest Park on Tuesday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forest Park, GA to Smyrna, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
64.9 mi
104 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 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forest Park, GA
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Smyrna, GA
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Trip Overview
This 66.1-mile drive from Forest Park, GA, to Smyrna, GA, is a manageable 1-hour and 6-minute journey, making it ideal as a single-day trip. You'll navigate primarily using local roads like North Avenue and College Street, with no highway driving involved, suggesting a more community-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $11, which is quite economical for the distance covered. Given its relatively short length and local road profile, this route offers a relaxed pace and is perfect for a spontaneous excursion within the Southeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Highway | 44 mi | 47m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Greensboro Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Monticello Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Jonesboro Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| College Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Highway
— 44 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest Park, GA and Smyrna, GA.
1
Start on West Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto North Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto College Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
College Street
4
Turn slight left onto GA 54
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jonesboro Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 285 East
6
Merge onto I 285
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
3 min
Exit 46B
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 20
44 mi
·
47 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 113
Toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto GA 83
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Monticello Highway
12
Turn slight right onto GA 83
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
GA 83
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 278; GA 12; GA 83
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
14
Turn left onto US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83
157 ft
·
3 sec
·
Eatonton Road
15
Turn straight onto US 129; US 278; US 441; GA 12; GA 24; GA 83
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
16
Continue on US 278; GA 12
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Greensboro Road
17
Turn right onto Buckhead Road
103 ft
·
2 sec
·
Buckhead Road
18
Arrive at destination
Buckhead Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.5 miles from Forest Park, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 56.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge onto I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
11 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Augusta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46B
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
7
12.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 20 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge onto I 20 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello
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 113
Toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.15 one way
$20.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.10 | $22.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.33 | $28.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 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 | 19.5 | 0 | $6.81 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.09 | $4.15 |
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
Smyrna, GA
Late night in Smyrna on Tuesday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
82°F
Oxford, GA
32 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
23 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
1h 20m 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 turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating through neighborhoods and town centers rather than high-speed thoroughfares. Without any extended highway stretches, the drive will likely involve frequent turns and a more varied pace as you pass through different local areas. The character remains consistent, focusing on local roads throughout the 66.1 miles, so be prepared for a connected, community-level driving experience.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44 mi on Purple Heart Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.9 miles (I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Forest Park, GA to Smyrna, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.
Monticello
56.9 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 64.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44 miles on Purple Heart Highway. 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 Smyrna, 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 2.9 miles (I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Smyrna, 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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