How far is Monticello, GA from Atlanta, GA?
Fastest route
The directions provided will guide you from Monticello, Georgia, to Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
Directions
- Head southwest on N Warren St toward E Greene St. 🧭
- N Warren St turns right and becomes W Greene St. Continue straight to stay on W Greene St. 🚶♀️
- W Greene St turns slightly right and becomes College St. Take this route. 🏫
- Make a slight left onto State Hwy 11 N/Maddox St. 🚦
- Turn left onto S Henderson Mill Rd. 🛣️
- Turn left onto Flat Shoals Rd. 🚦
- Make a slight right toward Washington St SW, then turn left onto Turner Lake Rd S. Continue on Turner Lake Rd N, and take the 2nd exit at the traffic circle. 🚗
Tips & Suggestions
- Follow the road signs and traffic signals for a safe journey. 🚦
- Keep an eye on your surroundings and watch out for pedestrians. 👀
- Use a GPS navigation system or map for additional assistance. 🗺️
- Take breaks if needed during the journey. It's important to stay refreshed. ☕
- Stay alert and obey the speed limits along the way. 🚗
- Plan your trip ahead of time to account for traffic conditions. ⏰
- Enjoy the drive and have a great time exploring Atlanta! 🎉
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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 Newton County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monticello and Atlanta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Atlanta.
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Start on North Warren Street
36 m · 7 sec · North Warren Street
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Turn right onto West Greene Street
53 m · 6 sec · West Greene Street
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Turn left onto Forsyth Street
92 m · 14 sec · Forsyth Street
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Turn right onto West Washington Street
3273 ft · 1 min · West Washington Street
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Turn right
13.2 mi · 19 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Route 36
10 m · 1 sec · State Route 36
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 36
8.2 mi · 11 min · State Route 36
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Continue on Highway 36
1.8 mi · 3 min · Highway 36
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Continue on Jackson Highway
1.5 mi · 3 min · Jackson Highway
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Turn slight right onto Church Street
2068 ft · 56 sec · Church Street
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Continue on Pace Street
2193 ft · 60 sec · Pace Street
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Turn left onto Highway 278 Northwest
1.2 km · 1 min · Highway 278 Northwest
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Take the ramp straight toward I 20 West: Atlanta
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
22.8 mi · 25 min · Purple Heart Highway
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Continue on Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
9.3 mi · 11 min · Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Capital Avenue, Downtown
3227 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
1401 ft · 32 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monticello 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.
Purple Heart Highway
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
22.8 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Monticello and Showers And Thunderstorms near Atlanta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Atlanta?
The road trip is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Oxford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.3 miles from Monticello and 30.3 miles from Atlanta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.9 miles (81.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.48 one way or $16.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Oxford
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Atlanta. Straight-line distance: 50.88 mi (81.89 km).
#1 Monticello
City in and the county seat of Jasper County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 2,766 |
| Coordinates | 33.3048500, -83.6832300 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| 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: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.48 | $18.96 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.22 | $20.45 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.04 | $24.07 |
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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