How far is Brookhaven, GA from Smyrna, GA?

Fastest route

The distance between Brookhaven, Georgia and Smyrna, Georgia is approximately 15.0 miles (24.1 kilometers). To travel from Brookhaven to Smyrna, you can take the following route: [Directions].

Directions

  1. Start by heading north on Peachtree Rd toward Osborne Rd NE.
  2. Turn left onto Osborne Rd NE.
  3. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit and continue onto Windsor Pkwy.
  4. Turn right onto Peachtree Dunwoody Rd.
  5. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Glenridge Con.
  6. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the I-285/GA-400 N ramp.
  7. Keep left at the fork to continue on Exit 4B, and merge onto GA-400 N.
  8. Take Exit 4B and merge onto I-285 W toward Chattanooga/Birmingham.
  9. Use the right 3 lanes to take exit 20-Interstate 75 for I-75 S/US-41 toward Atlanta.
  10. Keep right at the fork and follow signs for US-41/Cobb Pkwy/Dobbins Arb.
  11. Take Spring Rd SE to Atlanta Rd SE in Smyrna.
  12. Use the middle lane to turn right onto US-41 N/Cobb Pkwy/US Hwy 41 N.
  13. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Spring Rd SE.
  14. Pass by Panda Express (on the left in 0.3 mi) and turn right onto Atlanta Rd SE.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Leave early to avoid heavier traffic than usual.
  • 🛣️ Follow the signs for I-285 W/Chattanooga/Birmingham.
  • ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
  • 🚧 Stay alert for any road construction or detours along the way.
  • 📱 Use a GPS navigation system or map app for real-time updates on traffic conditions and directions.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
75.75 mi
01h 18m
Flight
56.68 mi
91.21 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
56.68 mi
Kilometers
91.21 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
75.75 mi
Kilometers
121.9 km
Drive Time
01h 18m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Smyrna
Wed, Apr 22, 6:46 PM EDT
Return by in Brookhaven
Wed, Apr 22, 8:05 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Brookhaven
2026-04-22T17:27
Arrive Smyrna
Wed, Apr 22, 6:46 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:19 AM to 11:19 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Brookhaven
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Oxford
GA

City in Newton County, Georgia, United States

From Brookhaven
33.9 mi
00h 39m
To Smyrna
41.9 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW
Destination
83°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Brookhaven and Smyrna.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven and Smyrna.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    121 m · 34 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    19 m · 10 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left

    42 m · 13 sec

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Peachtree Road Northeast

    132 m · 11 sec · Peachtree Road Northeast

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Dresden Drive Northeast

    60 m · 11 sec · Dresden Drive Northeast

  6. 6

    Take the ramp left

    54 m · 12 sec

  7. 7

    Turn sharp left onto Peachtree Road Northeast

    959 ft · 26 sec · Peachtree Road Northeast

  8. 8

    Turn left onto North Druid Hills Road

    4.4 mi · 9 min · North Druid Hills Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Clairmont Road

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Clairmont Road

  10. 10

    Continue on Clairemont Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · Clairemont Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Commerce Drive

    150 m · 15 sec · Commerce Drive

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Church Street

    1826 ft · 51 sec · Church Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto East Trinity Place

    810 ft · 20 sec · East Trinity Place

  14. 14

    Continue on South Candler Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · South Candler Street

  15. 15

    Continue on Candler Road Northeast

    638 ft · 15 sec · Candler Road Northeast

  16. 16

    Continue on Candler Road Southeast

    2.9 mi · 6 min · Candler Road Southeast

  17. 17

    Take the ramp left toward I 20 East

    1896 ft · 46 sec

  18. 18

    Merge slight left onto Ralph David Abernathy Freeway

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Ralph David Abernathy Freeway

  19. 19

    Continue on Purple Heart Highway

    45.3 mi · 49 min · Purple Heart Highway

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello

    1939 ft · 54 sec

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Monticello Highway

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Monticello Highway

  22. 22

    Turn slight right

    2002 ft · 38 sec

  23. 23

    Keep slight left to continue on South Main Street

    2436 ft · 1 min · South Main Street

  24. 24

    Turn left onto Eatonton Road

    48 m · 4 sec · Eatonton Road

  25. 25

    Turn straight onto South Main Street

    2.2 mi · 5 min · South Main Street

  26. 26

    Continue on Greensboro Road

    3 mi · 4 min · Greensboro Road

  27. 27

    Turn right onto Buckhead Road

    31 m · 3 sec · Buckhead Road

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Buckhead Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Brookhaven and Smyrna.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
28 steps
15 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
37 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Purple Heart Highway
45.3 mi · 60%
North Druid Hills Road
4.35 mi · 6%
Greensboro Road
3.01 mi · 4%
Candler Road Southeast
2.94 mi · 4%
South Main Street
2.68 mi · 4%
Clairmont Road
1.86 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Purple Heart Highway

Continue on Purple Heart Highway

45.3 mi · 00h 49m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19 mi
56.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Oxford
00h 39m from Brookhaven
Leave By
3:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Brookhaven and Sunny near Smyrna.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Brookhaven to Smyrna?

The road trip is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km) and usually takes 01h 18m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Oxford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.9 miles from Brookhaven and 41.9 miles from Smyrna.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 56.7 miles (91.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.58 one way or $21.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brookhaven and Sunny near Smyrna.

Stop Ideas Near Oxford

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Oxford, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oxford.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

52 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

74 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard
RAIL

Toccoa

118 mi away
47 North Alexander St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Brookhaven and Smyrna. Straight-line distance: 56.68 mi (91.21 km).

Brookhaven

#1 Brookhaven

A city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population56,112
Coordinates33.8584400, -84.3402000
Altitude298
CountryUnited States
Smyrna

#2 Smyrna

The most populous city in Cobb County, Georgia.

Population56,443
Coordinates33.5981800, -83.4048900
Altitude188
CountryUnited States
Start: (-84.340246, 33.858529)
End: Buckhead Road (-83.404891, 33.598175)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 122 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 30m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 04m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 56m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.67 gal
10.12 L · about $10.58
Round trip
$21.15
5.34 gal · 20.24 L
Estimated CO2
23.7 kg one way
Round trip: 47.5 kg / 105 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $10.58 $21.15
Mid-grade $4.43 $11.83 $23.65
Premium $4.78 $12.76 $25.51
Diesel $5.62 $15.02 $30.03

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Georgia · Apr 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Brookhaven and Smyrna. The current time is 17:27:42.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.