Origin
Tucker, GA
Late night in Tucker on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tucker, 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
18m
Distance
11.1 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tucker, GA
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Dunwoody, GA
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Trip Overview
This short 11.1-mile drive from Tucker to Dunwoody, GA, is easily manageable in about 18 minutes, making it a perfect option for a quick trip within the Southeast region. With no highway driving, it's a local experience all the way. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $2, and with zero planned stops, you can be on your way without much delay. This route is ideal as a single-day excursion, allowing you to focus on your destination rather than needing an overnight stay. It's a straightforward journey that won't demand much of your time or budget.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Lavista Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Chamblee Dunwoody Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North Shallowford Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Cotillion Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Chamblee Dunwoody Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fellowship Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
— 5.7 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tucker, GA and Dunwoody, GA.
1
Start on Fellowship Road
65 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fellowship Road
2
Turn left onto GA 236
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Lavista Road
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 285 North
4
Merge onto I 285
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
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.
6
Continue on Cotillion Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cotillion Drive
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto North Shallowford Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Shallowford Road
8
Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Way
404 ft
·
11 sec
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Way
9
Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Chamblee Dunwoody Road
10
Turn left
90 ft
·
2 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 236 / Lavista Road
Turn left onto GA 236 / Lavista Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 285 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 285 North
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge onto I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.8 mi into trip
|
~10m 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...
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.74 one way
$3.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.17 | $0.53 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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 Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
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
27 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
18m 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?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 11.1-mile stretch, with a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 5.7 miles along the Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. You'll navigate through key local arteries like Lavista Road and Chamblee Dunwoody Road. The road's personality is defined by its local feel, with frequent turns guiding you through the area. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a more grounded, community-focused journey where you'll be actively steering through various local environments.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.7 mi on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 GA 236 / Lavista Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 7 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 (GA 236 / Lavista Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 11.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m 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 with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.7 miles on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. 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 (GA 236 / Lavista Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — 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.
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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