How far is East Point, GA from Brookhaven, GA?
Fastest route
The route from East Point, Georgia, USA to Brookhaven, Georgia, USA takes approximately 39 minutes and covers a distance of 16.7 miles via US-29 N. Here are the directions:
Directions
- Start your journey in East Point, Georgia, USA.
- Head north toward US-29 N/Main St.
- Turn left toward US-29 N/Main St.
- Continue on US-29 N to Atlanta.
- Turn right onto US-29 N/Main St and continue to follow US-29 N.
- Continue straight onto Lee St SW, then onto W Whitehall St SW, and finally onto Peters St SW.
- Get on I-75 N/I-85 N from Walker St SW, Centennial Olympic Park Dr, and Ted Turner Dr NW.
- Continue straight to stay on Peters St SW, then take a slight left onto Walker St SW.
- Continue onto Centennial Olympic Park Dr, then turn right onto Marietta St NW.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Ted Turner Dr NW, followed by a left onto W Peachtree Pl NW.
- Turn right onto Williams St NW and take the ramp onto I-75 N/I-85 N.
- Continue on I-85 N and take exit 89 for DeKalb County.
- Use the left lanes to take exit 251B for I-85 N toward GA-400/Greenville.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 89 and merge onto GA-42 N/N Druid Hills Rd NE.
- Continue on N Druid Hills Rd NE and drive to Peachtree Rd.
- Merge onto GA-42 N/N Druid Hills Rd NE and continue to follow N Druid Hills Rd NE.
- Take a slight right onto N Druid Hills Rd, then use any lane to turn slightly right onto Peachtree Rd.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to follow the road signs and stay on the designated routes.
- ⚠️ Keep an eye on traffic conditions, as the fastest route may change based on current congestion.
- 📱 Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the journey.
- 🛣️ Plan your trip in advance and familiarize yourself with the directions to avoid any confusion.
- ⛽ Check your vehicle's fuel level before starting the trip and consider refueling if needed.
- 🕒 Leave with ample time to account for potential delays or unexpected circumstances.
- 🗺️ Enjoy the drive and explore the surroundings along the way.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
The most populous city in Georgia and the center of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Point and Brookhaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Point and Brookhaven.
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Start on the route
8 m · 2 sec
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Continue on East Cleveland Avenue
845 ft · 42 sec · East Cleveland Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Cleveland Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Cleveland Avenue
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Continue on Cleveland Avenue Southwest
2310 ft · 57 sec · Cleveland Avenue Southwest
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Take the ramp left toward I 85 North: Greenville
832 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
8.6 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Expressway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Northeast Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 13 North: Buford Highway
3014 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Buford-Spring Connector
1.4 mi · 2 min · Buford-Spring Connector
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Continue on Buford Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Buford Highway
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Turn left onto North Druid Hills Road Northeast
1838 ft · 37 sec · North Druid Hills Road Northeast
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Keep slight right to continue on North Druid Hills Road Northeast
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Druid Hills Road Northeast
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Turn slight right onto Peachtree Road Northeast
130 m · 12 sec · Peachtree Road Northeast
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Turn right
42 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
19 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
106 m · 25 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Point and Brookhaven.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 85 North
Merge slight left
8.57 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving East Point and Sunny near Brookhaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Point to Brookhaven?
The road trip is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Atlanta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.5 miles from East Point and 8.9 miles from Brookhaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.6 miles (21.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.46 one way or $4.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Point and Sunny near Brookhaven.
Stop Ideas Near Atlanta
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cafe 55
Atlanta City Hall
College Park Recycling Drop off Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Atlanta.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Point and Brookhaven. Straight-line distance: 13.61 mi (21.9 km).
#1 East Point
City in Fulton County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 35,042 |
| Coordinates | 33.6795500, -84.4393700 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brookhaven
A city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,112 |
| Coordinates | 33.8584400, -84.3402000 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-84.340246, 33.858529)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.46 | $4.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $2.75 | $5.49 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
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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