Origin
Newnan, GA
Afternoon in Newnan on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newnan, GA to Dunwoody, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
54.8 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newnan, GA
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Dunwoody, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Newnan to Dunwoody is a straightforward 54.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes to complete. Because this trip is designed as a single-day excursion, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $9 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Southeast Georgia locations. By utilizing I-85, T Harvey Mathis Parkway, and Bullsboro Drive, you get a direct path through the region. It is a highly practical route for those needing to move between the southern and northern reaches of the metro area efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 37 mi | 43m |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Bullsboro Drive | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Northeast Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Mount Vernon Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Mount Vernon Highway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 37 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newnan, GA and Dunwoody, GA.
1
Start on US 29; GA 14
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Jackson Street
2
Turn left onto GA 34
281 ft
·
14 sec
·
Posey Place
3
Turn left onto US 29; US 27 Alternate; GA 14; GA 16; GA 34
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street
4
Continue on GA 34
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Bullsboro Drive
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 85
37 mi
·
43 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Exit 251B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
8
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on GA 400
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward Abernathy Road, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
314 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Dunwoody
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto Abernathy Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Abernathy Road Northeast
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Mount Vernon Highway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Vernon Highway
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Mount Vernon Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Vernon Road
15
Turn sharp left
90 ft
·
2 sec
16
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.4 miles from 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 53 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
6
41.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 85 / Northeast Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 / Northeast Expressway toward I 85 North: Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 251B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
9
44.5 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
7
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward Abernathy Road, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs
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.
Toward Abernathy Road, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs
7
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Dunwoody
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Dunwoody
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.57 one way
$17.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.37 | $18.74 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.14 | $20.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.67 | $3.51 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Dunwoody, GA
Afternoon in Dunwoody on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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 11m 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 a highway-focused drive, with 86% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm on I-85, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of your journey at 37 miles. While the route begins with local navigation on Bullsboro Drive and T Harvey Mathis Parkway, the character of the drive quickly shifts to a standard interstate experience. Expect a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic detours. Staying alert is key as you transition from the local parkways onto the more heavily trafficked interstate lanes.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and T Harvey Mathis Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in.
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 54.8 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 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 44.5 miles (GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway): 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.
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 Newnan, GA to Dunwoody, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
Cumming
44.5 mi in
|
~55m
|
via GA 400
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 54.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37 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 Dunwoody, 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 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 44.5 miles (GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Dunwoody, 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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