How far is Flowery Branch, GA from Atlanta, GA?
The driving distance from Flowery Branch, GA to Atlanta, GA is about 44.4 miles (71.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.1 miles (64.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flowery Branch and Atlanta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flowery Branch and Atlanta.
-
1
Start on Railroad Avenue
1067 ft · 52 sec · Railroad Avenue
-
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Phil Neikro Boulevard
2857 ft · 57 sec · Phil Neikro Boulevard
-
3
Continue on Spout Springs Road
989 ft · 20 sec · Spout Springs Road
-
4
Take the ramp right toward I 985 South, US 23 South
1189 ft · 29 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Lanier Parkway
11.5 mi · 12 min · Lanier Parkway
-
6
Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 7 min
-
7
Keep slight right
24.6 mi · 29 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward Martin Luther King Junior Drive, State Capitol, Turner Field
1511 ft · 37 sec
-
9
Turn slight right onto Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
88 m · 13 sec · Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
-
10
Turn left onto Capitol Square Southwest
543 ft · 19 sec · Capitol Square Southwest
-
11
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
97 m · 6 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Flowery Branch and Atlanta.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Lanier Parkway
Keep slight right
24.6 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Flowery Branch and Mostly Sunny near Atlanta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Flowery Branch to Atlanta?
The road trip is about 44.4 miles (71.5 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Berkeley Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.2 miles from Flowery Branch and 22.2 miles from Atlanta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.1 miles (64.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.22 one way or $12.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Flowery Branch and Mostly Sunny near Atlanta.
Stop Ideas Near Berkeley Lake
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 Berkeley Lake.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Toccoa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flowery Branch and Atlanta. Straight-line distance: 40.14 mi (64.6 km).
#1 Flowery Branch
City in Hall County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 8,778 |
| Coordinates | 34.1851000, -83.9251800 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Atlanta
The most populous city in Georgia and the center of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
| Population | 512,550 |
| Coordinates | 33.7490000, -84.3879800 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| Country | United States |
End: Capitol Avenue Southeast (-84.387507, 33.748861)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.95 | $13.91 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.50 | $15.00 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
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 · May 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.