Minnesota, GA to Peachtree City, GA is 190.5 miles and takes about 3h 48m via Chet Atkins Parkway and Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Georgia on a mix of highway and surface roads. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, it’s a straightforward drive suitable for a single day. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground without an overnight commitment. The $29 fuel cost estimate makes it an economical option for a moderate distance.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.3 miles from Minnesota, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Chet Atkins Parkway
49.2 mi
53m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
25.7 mi
27m
GA 133
21.9 mi
27m
Richland Bypass
15.4 mi
17m
Martha Berry Highway
10.9 mi
14m
Liberty Expressway
10.7 mi
13m
US 82
9.5 mi
12m
South Parrott Street
8.7 mi
10m
Longest stretch:
Chet Atkins Parkway
— 49.2 mi, about 53m
Traffic on I-185
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 42 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,527 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,933
Quietest
2 AM
~82 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnesota, GA and Peachtree City, GA.
1
Start on South Fain Street
26 ft·8 sec·South Fain Street
2
Turn sharp left onto CR 494
0.2 mi·23 sec·Funston Doerun Road
3
Merge onto GA 133
21 mi·26 min·GA 133
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit onto GA 133
0.6 mi·45 sec·GA 133
Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
5
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 133; GA 300
11 mi·13 min·Liberty Expressway
6
Continue on US 82; GA 520
9.5 mi·12 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn straight onto US 82; GA 520
5.4 mi·6 min·Albany Highway
8
Continue on US 82; GA 520
1.1 mi·1 min·Forrester Drive Southeast
9
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.6 mi·1 min·Rountree Drive Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.3 mi·31 sec·Vine Street Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.2 mi·27 sec·Roundtree Drive
12
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.5 mi·43 sec·Martin Luther King Jr Drive
13
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
8.0 mi·9 min·Columbus Highway
14
Continue on GA 520
8.7 mi·10 min·South Parrott Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 520
8.3 mi·9 min·GA 520
16
Continue on GA 520
15 mi·17 min·Richland Bypass
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 280; GA 520
3.3 mi·3 min·US 280; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
11 mi·14 min·Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·47 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
21
Continue on I 185
49 mi·53 min·Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 85
26 mi·27 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 47Toward GA 34: Newnan, Peachtree CityUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn right onto GA 34
2.4 mi·3 min·Bullsboro Drive
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on GA 34
1.2 mi·1 min·GA 34
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on GA 34
0.3 mi·28 sec·GA 34
27
Continue on GA 34
0.4 mi·37 sec·GA 34
Use the left / straight lanes.
28
Continue on GA 34
1.2 mi·1 min·GA 34
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on GA 34
2.5 mi·3 min·GA 34
Use the left lane.
30
Continue on GA 54
0.3 mi·22 sec·GA 54
31
Continue on GA 54
1.2 mi·2 min·GA 54
Use the straight lane.
32
Continue on GA 54
0.1 mi·16 sec·Floy Farr Parkway
Use the left lane.
33
Arrive at destination
GA 54
Trip Plan
Since this drive is under 4 hours, you can easily complete it in one day. Leaving in the morning would give you ample daylight to reach Peachtree City. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility in timing your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $29, and plan your refueling accordingly. The 49.2-mile stretch on Chet Atkins Parkway is the longest continuous highway segment, so you might want to time a break before or after this part.
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 95.3 miles from Minnesota, GA, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 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 42 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.3 miles or 1h 57m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peachtree City, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Minnesota, 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 Minnesota, GA
This is one driving day of about 190.5 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Minnesota, 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 Chet Atkins Parkway for about 49.2 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 180.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road
Turn sharp left onto CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|GA 133
Merge onto GA 133
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
21.5 mi into trip|~27m in|GA 133
Take the exit onto GA 133 toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North:...
6
105.3 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
8
180.7 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward GA 34: Newnan, Peachtree City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47
Toward GA 34: Newnan, Peachtree City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.78 one way
$59.55 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.35
$32.61
$65.22
premium
$4.72
$35.40
$70.80
diesel
$6.28
$47.07
$94.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.2
0
$20.00
$9.14
Efficient EV
47.6
0
$16.67
$7.62
EV Truck/SUV
76.2
0
$26.67
$12.19
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Minnesota, GA
Late night
in Minnesota on Friday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
NE 10 to 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 9:56AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 19 at 9:33AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Peachtree City, GA
Late night
in Peachtree City on Friday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Sunny
NE 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 9:56AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 19 at 9:33AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
77°F
Columbus, GA
95 mi in
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
2 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
3h 48m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influenc...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 59.1
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...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 190.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 58% of this 190.5-mile drive on highways. The longest continuous stretch on highway is 49.2 miles along Chet Atkins Parkway. Expect a shift from highway cruising to surface roads as you progress. This route offers a mixed driving experience, transitioning from faster-paced highway travel to more local road conditions.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.2 mi on Chet Atkins Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road.
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 11 significant decision points across 190.5 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: near the start (CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (GA 133): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles (GA 133): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
910 ft211 ft
Total Climb
1,001 ft
Total Descent
477 ft
Highest Point
910 ft
~190.5 mi in
Elevation Range
699 ft
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 Minnesota, GA to Peachtree City, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Atlanta along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 190.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.2 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Peachtree City, 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. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (GA 133): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles (GA 133): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Jimmy Carter National Historical Park and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Peachtree City, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
