How far is Dahlonega, GA from Smyrna, GA?
The driving distance from Dahlonega, GA to Smyrna, GA is about 87.2 miles (140.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Jackson County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dahlonega and Smyrna.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dahlonega and Smyrna.
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Start on Public Square South
36 m · 7 sec · Public Square South
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Continue on Public Square North
114 m · 19 sec · Public Square North
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Continue on South Chestatee Street
8.2 mi · 12 min · South Chestatee Street
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Continue straight
14.7 mi · 21 min
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Continue on Athens Highway
14.3 mi · 17 min · Athens Highway
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Continue straight
8.1 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
6.6 mi · 9 min
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Turn right
1866 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto Tallassee Road
5 mi · 8 min · Tallassee Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Tallassee Road
32 m · 2 sec · Tallassee Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Tallassee Road
3264 ft · 1 min · Tallassee Road
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Take the ramp right toward GA 10 Loop, GA 316
984 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Outer Loop 10
3.9 mi · 5 min · Outer Loop 10
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Take the exit slight right toward Oconee Connector
1720 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Oconee Connector
1.2 km · 1 min · Oconee Connector
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Continue on Mars Hill Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Mars Hill Road
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Continue on Experiment Station Road
1 mi · 2 min · Experiment Station Road
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Take the ramp right
1450 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Watkinsville Bypass
1.5 mi · 2 min · Watkinsville Bypass
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Continue on Macon Highway
9.6 mi · 13 min · Macon Highway
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Continue on Athens Highway
7.8 mi · 11 min · Athens Highway
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Turn left onto 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 Dahlonega and Smyrna.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Chestatee Street
Continue straight
14.7 mi · 00h 21m
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 Dahlonega and Sunny near Smyrna.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dahlonega to Smyrna?
The road trip is about 87.2 miles (140.4 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Arcade is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Dahlonega and 42.6 miles from Smyrna.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 2:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.20 one way or $24.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dahlonega and Sunny near Smyrna.
Stop Ideas Near Arcade
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dahlonega and Smyrna. Straight-line distance: 72.59 mi (116.83 km).
#1 Dahlonega
City in Lumpkin, Georgia, United States
| Population | 7,329 |
| Coordinates | 34.5325900, -83.9849100 |
| Altitude | 442 |
| 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: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.72 | $29.43 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.32 | $34.64 |
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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