Origin
Homerville, GA
Late night in Homerville on Tuesday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Homerville, GA to Atlanta, 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
4h 37m
Distance
240.8 mi
388 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 24m
★
6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Homerville, GA
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Atlanta, GA
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Trip Overview
This 240.8-mile drive from Homerville, Georgia, to Atlanta, Georgia, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. With an estimated driving time of 4 hours and 37 minutes, you'll spend most of your time on I-75 and US-82. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $38, making it an economical option. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel as you head north. Given its manageable length and efficient main roads, it's an ideal candidate for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
120.4 miles from Homerville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 Business | 92.3 mi | 1h 38m |
| I 75 | 67.7 mi | 1h 15m |
| US 82 | 38.2 mi | 47m |
| Old Pearson Highway | 17.8 mi | 21m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| South Main Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Albany Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East 2nd Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75 Business
— 92.3 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homerville, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on US 441; GA 89
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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Peach Street
2
Continue on US 441; GA 89
18 mi
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21 min
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Old Pearson Highway
3
Continue on US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
2.2 mi
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3 min
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South Main Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
0.1 mi
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19 sec
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South Main Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
0.3 mi
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44 sec
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South Main Street
6
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520
1.9 mi
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2 min
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West Albany Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 82; GA 520
21 mi
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24 min
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US 82; GA 520
8
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 82; GA 520
9
Continue on US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
10
Continue on US 82; GA 520
15 mi
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18 min
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US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
0.7 mi
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1 min
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US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto East 2nd Street
1.0 mi
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2 min
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East 2nd Street
13
Turn right onto Forrest Avenue
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Forrest Avenue
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
459 ft
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11 sec
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West 12th Street
15
Continue on US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
0.7 mi
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1 min
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US Highway 41 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the ramp onto I 75 Business
92 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 75 Business
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 75
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 246
Toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Fulton Street Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
23
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
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56 sec
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Capitol Avenue Southeast
24
Arrive at destination
Capitol Avenue Southeast
Trip Plan
For this 1-day trip, an early morning departure from Homerville is recommended to maximize your daylight hours and arrive in Atlanta with time to spare. You'll have one main stretch of highway to cover, so plan for a fuel stop before you depart or shortly after hitting I-75 to ensure you have plenty of gas for the 92.3-mile segment. While there's only one stop suggested, keep an eye on your fuel gauge as it's a substantial distance between potential services on I-75. This route's efficiency means you have the flexibility to stop as needed, but being prepared for the longest stretch is key.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 120.4 miles from Homerville, GA, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.3 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 53 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.4 miles or 2h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
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 Homerville, 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 Homerville, GA
This is one driving day of about 240.8 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Homerville, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 Business for about 92.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120.4 miles from Homerville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 Business if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.3 miles.
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 155.9 and 240.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
155.9 mi into trip
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~3h 1m in
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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
8
221.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 12m 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
239.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m 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
239.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m 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
240.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 35m in
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Fulton Street Southwest
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.66 one way
$75.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $41.17 | $82.35 |
| premium | $4.70 | $44.57 | $89.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.17 | $106.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.2 | 0 | $25.28 | $11.56 |
| Efficient EV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.07 | $9.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.3 | 1 | $33.71 | $15.41 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Late night in Atlanta on Tuesday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live 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
8 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
4h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 240.8
View on nps.gov
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 157.8
View on nps.gov
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
$5
near mile 240.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with an 83% highway share. The majority of your travel will be on I-75, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 92.3 miles on I-75 Business. While I-75 Business and I-75 are the main arteries, you'll also encounter segments of US-82. The personality of this drive is efficient and direct, prioritizing getting you to your destination smoothly over showcasing varied landscapes.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.3 mi on I 75 Business.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 Business and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 155.9 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 240.8 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 155.9 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 221.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 239.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Homerville, GA to Atlanta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Birmingham
221.2 mi in
|
~4h 12m
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via I 75
About the Cities
Arriving in Atlanta, GA
Full guide →“The Big Peach” · Founded 1845
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.
Top landmarks
- • Georgia State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Georgia
- • Virginia-Highland — human settlement in Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
- • Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park — heritage site in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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 4h 37m. Total distance: 240.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92.3 miles on I 75 Business. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 155.9 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 221.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 239.5 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, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Atlanta, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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