How far is College Park, GA from Smyrna, GA?
Fastest route
directions from College Park, Georgia to Smyrna, Georgia:
- Distance: 20.4 miles
- Estimated duration: 24 minutes
- Route: I-285 N and Atlanta Rd
Directions
To get from College Park to Smyrna, follow these steps:
- Start on Harvard Ave and head west toward Main St.
- Turn left onto Main St and continue for 0.4 miles.
- Take the exit onto GA-6 W/Camp Creek Pkwy and drive for 2.8 miles.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-285 N.
- Continue on I-285 N for 13 miles.
- Take exit 16 for S Atlanta Rd.
- Turn left onto Atlanta Rd and follow it for 3.7 miles.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have a reliable GPS or navigation system to guide you along the route.
- ⚠️ Keep an eye out for highway signs indicating the correct exits and lanes.
- 🕒 Plan your trip considering traffic conditions and allow for extra time if needed.
- 🛣️ Stay on I-285 N until you reach the exit for S Atlanta Rd.
- 🗺️ Follow Atlanta Rd all the way to Smyrna.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations during the journey.
- 📱 Consider using a traffic monitoring app to stay updated on any potential road delays or accidents.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Rockdale County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between College Park and Smyrna.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between College Park and Smyrna.
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Start on Harvard Avenue
13 m · 4 sec · Harvard Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Continue on Lee Street Southwest
2.4 mi · 4 min · Lee Street Southwest
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Continue on West Whitehall Street Southwest
2612 ft · 53 sec · West Whitehall Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard
114 m · 14 sec · Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard
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Turn right onto Lee Street Southwest
1008 ft · 34 sec · Lee Street Southwest
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Take the ramp right toward I 20 East
665 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
11.5 mi · 14 min · Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
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Continue on Purple Heart Highway
45.3 mi · 49 min · Purple Heart Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello
1939 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto Monticello Highway
1.5 mi · 3 min · Monticello Highway
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Turn slight right
2002 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on South Main Street
2436 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Eatonton Road
48 m · 4 sec · Eatonton Road
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Turn straight onto South Main Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Greensboro Road
3 mi · 4 min · Greensboro Road
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Turn right onto Buckhead Road
31 m · 3 sec · Buckhead Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Buckhead Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between College Park and Smyrna.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Sunny leaving College Park and Sunny near Smyrna.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from College Park to Smyrna?
The road trip is about 73.3 miles (118 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Conyers is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.8 miles from College Park and 37.5 miles from Smyrna.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.2 miles (96.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 4:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.26 one way or $20.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around College Park and Sunny near Smyrna.
Stop Ideas Near Conyers
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Conyers.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between College Park and Smyrna. Straight-line distance: 60.21 mi (96.9 km).
#1 College Park
City in Fulton and Clayton counties in the U.
| Population | 15,199 |
| Coordinates | 33.6534400, -84.4493700 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Smyrna
The most populous city in Cobb County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,443 |
| Coordinates | 33.5981800, -83.4048900 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buckhead Road (-83.404891, 33.598175)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $10.26 | $20.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.38 | $24.75 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.57 | $29.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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