Origin
Statesboro, GA
Morning in Statesboro on Sunday
Local time
10:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Statesboro, 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
4h 14m
Distance
224.3 mi
361 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 2m
★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 41m
10 AM
4h 24m
12 PM
4h 21m
3 PM
4h 25m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Statesboro, GA
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Dunwoody, GA
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Trip Overview
Statesboro, GA to Dunwoody, GA is 224.3 miles and takes about 4h 14m via Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and I 75, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Southeast region, specifically within Georgia for its entirety. It's a primarily highway-focused journey, making it a straightforward option for a single-day trip. You'll spend the majority of your time on faster roads, so plan for a relatively quick transit between these two points.
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
112.2 miles from Statesboro, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 114.2 mi | 2h 2m |
| I 75 | 62.1 mi | 1h 7m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 21 mi | 24m |
| Terrell Starr Parkway | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| US 25 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| South Main Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Chamblee Dunwoody Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North Shallowford Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 114.2 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Statesboro, GA and Dunwoody, GA.
1
Start on East Main Street
80 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 25; US 301; GA 67; GA 73
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on US 25; US 301; GA 73
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 25; US 301; GA 73
Use the right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward Macon
5
Merge onto I 16
114 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
6
Continue on I 16; GA 540
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Fall Line Freeway
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 75
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Terrell Starr Parkway
Exit 227
Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 285
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 30
Toward North Peachtree Road, North Shallowford Road, Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on Cotillion Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cotillion Drive
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto North Shallowford Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Shallowford Road
15
Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Way
404 ft
·
11 sec
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Way
16
Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Road
17
Turn left
90 ft
·
2 sec
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 14m duration, leaving Statesboro in the morning will comfortably get you to Dunwoody before evening. With only one recommended stop and a short drive time, you have flexibility in your pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before transitioning onto I 75, as the longest stretch is over 100 miles. The $35 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic as you approach the Atlanta Bypass, as it can significantly impact your travel time, even on a weekday.
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 112.2 miles from Statesboro, GA, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.2 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 49 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.2 miles or 2h 5m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dunwoody, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Statesboro, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Statesboro, GA
This is one driving day of about 224.3 miles and 4h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Statesboro, 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 Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 114.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.2 miles from Statesboro, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.2 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 11.6 and 221.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Macon
7
126.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta
9
189.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
|
I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 227
Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
8
199.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
8
221.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m in
Take the exit toward North Peachtree Road, North Shallowford Road, Chamblee-Dunwoody 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 30
Toward North Peachtree Road, North Shallowford...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.08 one way
$70.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $38.35 | $76.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $41.51 | $83.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.52 | $99.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.55 | $10.77 |
| Efficient EV | 56.1 | 0 | $19.63 | $8.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.7 | 1 | $31.40 | $14.36 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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
Dunwoody, GA
Morning in Dunwoody on Sunday
Local time
10:23 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
22 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 14m 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.
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 123.8
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
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,...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
$5
near mile 224.3
View on nps.gov
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 201.1
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 highway-focused experience for this trip, with 87% of the drive utilizing major highways. You'll encounter stretches like the Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, including one uninterrupted segment of 114.2 miles, which is the longest continuous part of your journey. The route transitions to I 75 and then the Atlanta Bypass/The Perimeter, indicating a shift towards more urban and high-speed driving as you approach your destination. This profile suggests a largely consistent pace, dominated by interstate travel.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 114.2 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 224.3 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 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 126.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 189.3 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr 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.
Between Statesboro, GA and Dunwoody, GA, road signs point toward Macon and Greenville.
Macon
11.6 mi in
|
~17m
Greenville
189.3 mi in
|
~3h 29m
|
via I 675
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 14m. Total distance: 224.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 114.2 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. 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 Dunwoody, 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 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 126.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 189.3 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Dunwoody, 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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