If you are planning to travel from Hawkinsville to Atlanta, you are looking at a 126.4-mile trek through the heart of Georgia. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 4 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $20 for fuel to complete the journey. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you will stay entirely within the Southeast region throughout the drive. This trip is ideal for those who prefer avoiding highway congestion in favor of a more direct, localized approach to navigating the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
63.1 miles from Hawkinsville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
85.8 mi
1h 34m
Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi
17m
US 341
6.3 mi
8m
Perry Highway
5.5 mi
6m
Main Street
4.6 mi
5m
North Perry Parkway
4.3 mi
5m
341 Boulevard
1.2 mi
1m
Progress Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 85.8 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hawkinsville, GA and Atlanta, GA.
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Start on this road
312 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn straight onto US 129 Business; US 341 Business; GA 11 Business
0.8 mi·1 min·Progress Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 129; US 341; GA 11
1.2 mi·1 min·341 Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 341; GA 11
5.5 mi·6 min·Perry Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 341; GA 11
4.6 mi·5 min·Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Continue on US 341; GA 11
0.2 mi·16 sec·Golden Isles Highway
7
Take the exit onto US 341; GA 11
6.3 mi·8 min·US 341; GA 11
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto US 341; GA 11
4.3 mi·5 min·North Perry Parkway
Use the right lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 75:north: MaconUse the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 75
18 mi·19 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
16 mi·17 min·Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156Toward I 475 North: AtlantaUse the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
49 mi·53 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
18 mi·21 min·I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, BirminghamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 246Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State UniversityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·59 sec
Toward Fulton Street, Zoo AtlantaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
0.2 mi·27 sec·Fulton Street Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi·56 sec·Capitol Avenue Southeast
18
Arrive at destination
Capitol Avenue Southeast
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 2-hour-and-4-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the drive in a single stretch, as there are no mandatory stops scheduled along the way. Keep in mind that because you are relying on local roads rather than interstates, your travel time may be more sensitive to local traffic patterns than a typical highway route. Ensure you have your $20 fuel budget ready before departing Hawkinsville to keep your transit smooth. Given the turn-heavy nature of this specific route, prioritize staying alert and keeping your navigation tools accessible to manage the frequent transitions between 341 Boulevard and Perry Highway.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 63.1 miles from Hawkinsville, GA, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.8 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 28 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.1 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 58m
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 Hawkinsville, 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 Hawkinsville, GA
This is one driving day of about 126.1 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Hawkinsville, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 85.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.3 and 125 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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12.3 mi into trip|~16m in|US 341; GA 11
Take the exit onto US 341; GA 11
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
41.2 mi into trip|~50m 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
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106.6 mi into trip|~2h 1m 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
124.8 mi into trip|~2h 23m 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...
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125 mi into trip|~2h 23m 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
$19.72 one way
$39.44 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$21.56
$43.12
premium
$4.70
$23.34
$46.68
diesel
$5.61
$27.84
$55.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.8
0
$13.24
$6.05
Efficient EV
31.5
0
$11.03
$5.04
EV Truck/SUV
50.4
0
$17.65
$8.07
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hawkinsville, GA
Morning
in Hawkinsville on Sunday
Local time
6:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Atlanta, GA
Morning
in Atlanta on Sunday
Local time
6:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
SW 0 to 10 mph1% chanceLive forecast
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
16 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
2h 26m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via Progress Avenue, 341 Boulevard, and Perry Highway, which keeps the experience focused on regional road travel rather than high-speed interstate cruising. Because the longest stretch on any single road is 0 miles on Progress Avenue, you will find yourself frequently transitioning between roads as you move toward Atlanta. This configuration creates a more technical driving environment that demands your full attention compared to a standard highway haul. Expect a steady, hands-on experience as you cover the distance between these two Georgia cities.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Larry Justice Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.3 miles in near US 341; GA 11.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 126.1 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: at 12.3 miles (US 341; GA 11): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.6 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.
On the drive from Hawkinsville, GA to Atlanta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 126.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.8 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.3 miles (US 341; GA 11): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.6 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Atlanta, GA before heading back.
