How far is Hoschton, GA from California, GA?
The driving distance from Hoschton, GA to California, GA is about 68.7 miles (110.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m 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 28m.
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.
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City in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hoschton and California.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoschton and California.
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Start on 1st Avenue
14 m · 4 sec · 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto East Broad Street
25 m · 6 sec · East Broad Street
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Turn right onto Lloyd Lott Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Lloyd Lott Avenue
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Continue on Green Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Green Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 85 South: Atlanta
1407 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 25 min
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Keep slight right
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
2431 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
12 mi · 14 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
1787 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Windy Hill Road, Smyrna
1871 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto Windy Hill Road Southeast
3 mi · 6 min · Windy Hill Road Southeast
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Continue on Windy Hill Road Southeast
5.1 mi · 10 min · Windy Hill Road Southeast
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Continue on Macland Road Southwest
8.5 mi · 13 min · Macland Road Southwest
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Turn right onto Hiram Acworth Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Hiram Acworth Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hiram Acworth Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hoschton and California.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 85 South
Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 00h 25m
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 Hoschton and Clear near California.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hoschton to California?
The road trip is about 68.7 miles (110.6 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Norcross is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.4 miles from Hoschton and 35.4 miles from California.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.63 one way or $19.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hoschton and Clear near California.
Stop Ideas Near Norcross
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hoschton and California. Straight-line distance: 57.71 mi (92.87 km).
#1 Hoschton
City in Jackson County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 2,485 |
| Coordinates | 34.0965000, -83.7612800 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
#2 California
California is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.9189900, -84.7457700 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hiram Acworth Highway (-84.745736, 33.91899)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.76 | $21.52 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.61 | $23.22 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.67 | $27.33 |
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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