Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
15.1 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smyrna, GA
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Bostwick, GA
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This short 15.1-mile drive from Smyrna, GA to Bostwick, GA takes approximately 21 minutes and is a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $2, this route offers a straightforward local experience without any highway travel. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local exploration than a long-distance haul. Given its brevity, it's ideal for a spontaneous outing or as a segment within a larger journey through the Southeast region.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bostwick Road | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Sandy Creek Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Athens Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Greensboro Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Buckhead Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna, GA and Bostwick, GA.
Start on Buckhead Road
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12
Turn right onto US 129; US 441; GA 24
Turn left onto Sandy Creek Road
Turn right onto GA 83
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12 / Greensboro Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 129; US 441; GA 24 / Athens Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Sandy Creek Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto GA 83 / Bostwick Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.40 one way
$4.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.41 | $2.62 | $5.24 |
| premium | $4.78 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Smyrna on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 5:47AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Destination
Evening in Bostwick on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 5:47AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this journey, with no highway mileage to speak of. You'll be navigating primarily on Bostwick Road, Sandy Creek Road, and Athens Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is about 5.8 miles on Bostwick Road, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns. This profile suggests a route that winds through local areas, requiring your attention at various intersections rather than a cruise on open expressways.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 278; GA 12 / Greensboro Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 278; GA 12 / Greensboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (US 129; US 441; GA 24 / Athens Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles (Sandy Creek Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
517 ft
Total Descent
373 ft
Highest Point
761 ft
~15.1 mi in
Elevation Range
271 ft
Founded 1832
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 15.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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