Spanning 109.9 miles, this drive from Ohio to Vinings is a straightforward journey through the Southeast that typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $18 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable excursion. Navigating this path requires moving across Peach Parkway, I-75, and Larry Justice Highway. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of pace, this connection offers a direct way to navigate between these two Georgia locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55 miles from Ohio, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
72.3 mi
1h 21m
Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi
17m
GA 540
6.8 mi
7m
Peach Parkway
5 mi
6m
Horace E Tate Freeway
4.7 mi
5m
Paces Ferry Road Northwest
1.6 mi
3m
GA 49
1.3 mi
2m
Lilly Creek Road
0.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 72.3 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ohio, GA and Vinings, GA.
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Start on Lilly Creek Road
0.9 mi·3 min·Lilly Creek Road
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Turn right onto GA 49; GA 540
5.0 mi·6 min·Peach Parkway
3
Continue on GA 49; GA 540
1.0 mi·1 min·GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on GA 49; GA 540
0.3 mi·45 sec·GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit onto GA 540
6.8 mi·7 min·GA 540
Toward I 75:north: MaconUse the left lane.
6
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.
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Merge onto I 75
49 mi·53 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
23 mi·28 min·I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, BirminghamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
4.7 mi·5 min·Horace E Tate Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 255Toward US 41: Northside Parkway, West Paces Ferry RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
133 ft·10 sec
Toward US 41 North: West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta History CenterUse the left lane.
12
Turn left onto US 41; GA 3
0.2 mi·29 sec·Northside Parkway Northwest
13
Turn left onto West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
0.1 mi·26 sec·West Paces Ferry Road Northwest
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Paces Ferry Road Northwest
1.6 mi·3 min·Paces Ferry Road Northwest
15
Continue on Paces Ferry Road Southeast
0.7 mi·1 min·Paces Ferry Road Southeast
16
Turn right onto Cochise Drive Southeast
254 ft·8 sec·Cochise Drive Southeast
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Arrive at destination
Cochise Drive Southeast
Trip Plan
Since this is a 2-hour and 11-minute drive with no planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. If you want to avoid the heaviest traffic, aim to head out during off-peak hours to keep your travel time consistent. With an estimated $18 fuel cost, it is wise to check your levels before you depart, as the local roads may offer fewer convenient refueling opportunities than a major interstate corridor. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, keep a close eye on your GPS to navigate the transitions between Peach Parkway and Larry Justice Highway effectively. Enjoy the freedom of a shorter trip that allows you to arrive at your destination in Vinings without the fatigue of a long-haul journey.
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 55 miles from Ohio, GA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.3 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55 miles or 1h 4m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vinings, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ohio, 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 Ohio, GA
This is one driving day of about 109.9 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Ohio, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 72.3 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 14.1 and 107.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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14.1 mi into trip|~20m 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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79.4 mi into trip|~1h 30m 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
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102.3 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
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: Marietta, Chattanooga
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107 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 41: Northside Parkway, West Paces Ferry Road
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 255
Toward US 41: Northside Parkway, West Paces Fer...
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107.1 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 41 North: West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta History Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 41 North: West Paces Ferry Road, Atla...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.19 one way
$34.37 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$18.79
$37.58
premium
$4.70
$20.34
$40.68
diesel
$5.61
$24.26
$48.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33
0
$11.54
$5.28
Efficient EV
27.5
0
$9.62
$4.40
EV Truck/SUV
44
0
$15.39
$7.03
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Ohio, GA
Late night
in Ohio on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Vinings, GA
Late night
in Vinings on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
20 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 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 109.9-mile journey. While the route utilizes a mix of Peach Parkway, I-75, and Larry Justice Highway, the highway share is 0%, meaning you will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the distance. Because of this, you should stay alert as the road transitions through various local turns. The technical nature of these roads keeps you engaged behind the wheel, as you won't be dealing with long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed interstate travel. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention compared to a standard highway haul.
82% 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: 72.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 14.1 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.
Driving Effort7/10
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 109.9 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 14.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.3 miles (I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway): 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.
Between Ohio, GA and Vinings, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham and Chattanooga.
Birmingham
79.4 mi in|~1h 30m|via I 75
Chattanooga
102.3 mi in|~1h 59m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 109.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 72.3 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 Vinings, 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 14.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.3 miles (I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway): 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 Vinings, GA before heading back.
