Origin
Suwanee, GA
Late night in Suwanee on Tuesday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Suwanee, GA to Dunwoody, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
20 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Suwanee, GA
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Dunwoody, GA
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Trip Overview
This short 20.3-mile drive from Suwanee to Dunwoody, GA, is easily manageable in about 33 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving involved, so expect a more hands-on experience behind the wheel. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is a very affordable $3, reflecting its short distance. Given its brevity, this route is best enjoyed without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility. It's a straightforward trip connecting two points within the Southeast region of Georgia.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Buford Highway | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Mount Vernon Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Holcomb Bridge Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Spalding Drive | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North Berkeley Lake Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dunwoody Club Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Buford Highway
— 7.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suwanee, GA and Dunwoody, GA.
1
Start on US 23; GA 13
153 ft
·
2 sec
·
Buford Highway
2
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 13
110 ft
·
1 sec
·
Buford Highway
3
Continue on US 23; GA 13
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Buford Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto North Berkeley Lake Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Berkeley Lake Road
Use the right lane.
5
Turn sharp left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Holcomb Bridge Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
7
Continue on GA 140
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
8
Turn left onto Spalding Drive
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Spalding Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Turn slight left onto Mount Vernon Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Vernon Road
10
Turn right onto Dunwoody Club Drive
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Dunwoody Club Drive
11
Continue on Mount Vernon Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Mount Vernon Road
12
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway
Straight onto US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
North Berkeley Lake Road
Turn right onto North Berkeley Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
15 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
Spalding Drive
Turn left onto Spalding Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.13 one way
$6.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.42 | $8.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Late night in Dunwoody on Tuesday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°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
1 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
32m 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 route is defined as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be making frequent turns as you navigate through neighborhoods and local thoroughfares. Main roads like Buford Highway, North Berkeley Lake Road, and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard will guide your way. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any high-speed interstate segments, ensuring a consistent pace throughout. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but anticipate a continuous series of intersections and changes in road direction rather than long, straightaways.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.7 mi on Buford Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; near the start (US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (North Berkeley Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 20 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.7 miles on Buford Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; near the start (US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (North Berkeley Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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