How far is Newnan, GA from Dalton, GA?

The driving distance from Newnan, GA to Dalton, GA is about 123.7 miles (199 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 96.5 miles (155.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
123.67 mi
02h 23m
Flight
96.47 mi
155.26 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
96.47 mi
Kilometers
155.26 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
123.67 mi
Kilometers
199.02 km
Drive Time
02h 23m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dalton
Thu, Apr 23, 11:34 AM EDT
Return by in Newnan
Thu, Apr 23, 1:58 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Newnan
2026-04-23T09:10
Arrive Dalton
Thu, Apr 23, 11:34 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:24 AM to 12:24 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:42 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Newnan
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Kennesaw
GA

City in Cobb County, Georgia, United States

From Newnan
61.9 mi
01h 11m
To Dalton
61.8 mi
01h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
83°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Newnan and Dalton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newnan and Dalton.

  1. 1

    Start on Jackson Street

    979 ft · 31 sec · Jackson Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Posey Place

    86 m · 14 sec · Posey Place

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Jefferson Street

    3082 ft · 1 min · Jefferson Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Bullsboro Drive

    2.9 mi · 4 min · Bullsboro Drive

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right toward I 85 North: Atlanta

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    20.6 mi · 22 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 285: Atlanta Bypass, Atlanta International Airport

    1986 ft · 48 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 285 North: Birmingham, Chattanooga

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

    18.7 mi · 22 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Atlanta, Chattanooga

    1673 ft · 26 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North, I 285 East: Marietta, Chattanooga

    1511 ft · 24 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga

    1.4 km · 1 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga

    1602 ft · 21 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

    8.3 mi · 10 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

    65.3 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 52: Walnut Avenue, Dalton

    970 ft · 24 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight right to continue on Dalton, Georgia Department of Driver Services

    40 m · 3 sec

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto West Walnut Avenue

    1.8 mi · 3 min · West Walnut Avenue

  19. 19

    Turn left onto South Thornton Avenue

    3083 ft · 1 min · South Thornton Avenue

  20. 20

    Turn right onto West Cuyler Street

    139 m · 20 sec · West Cuyler Street

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Cuyler Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Newnan and Dalton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
21 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
73.6 mi · 60%
I 85 North
21.7 mi · 18%
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
18.7 mi · 15%
Bullsboro Drive
2.86 mi · 2%
West Walnut Avenue
1.78 mi · 1%
I 75 North
1.45 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

Keep slight left to continue on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

65.3 mi · 01h 11m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 23m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.2 mi
96.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kennesaw
01h 11m from Newnan
Leave By
1:42 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Newnan and Sunny near Dalton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Newnan to Dalton?

The road trip is about 123.7 miles (199 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?

Kennesaw is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.9 miles from Newnan and 61.8 miles from Dalton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 96.5 miles (155.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 1:42 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.27 one way or $34.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Newnan and Sunny near Dalton.

Stop Ideas Near Kennesaw

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Kennesaw and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 8.8 mi away

City Hall Parking Deck

Marietta , GA
211 Lawrence St NE, Marietta, GA 30060
Rating 3.0/5 1 reviews Parking garage
Roswell City Hall
Meeting point 14.7 mi away

Roswell City Hall

Roswell , GA
38 Hill St, Roswell, GA 30075
Rating 3.9/5 24 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 13.8 mi away

Finance Department of Smyrna

Smyrna , GA
2800 King St SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Department of finance
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 14.8 mi away

Parking near City Hall and Cultural Arts Center

Roswell , GA
38 Hill St, Roswell, GA 30075
Parking lot

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kennesaw.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

32 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

78 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Newnan and Dalton. Straight-line distance: 96.47 mi (155.26 km).

Newnan

#1 Newnan

The county seat of Coweta County, Georgia.

Population42,885
Coordinates33.3806700, -84.7996600
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
Dalton

#2 Dalton

City in Whitfield County, Georgia, United States

Population33,853
Coordinates34.7698000, -84.9702200
Altitude232
CountryUnited States
Start: Newnan (-84.79966, 33.38067)
End: Dalton (-84.97022, 34.7698)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 199 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.36 gal
16.52 L · about $17.27
Round trip
$34.54
8.72 gal · 33.04 L
Estimated CO2
38.7 kg one way
Round trip: 77.5 kg / 171 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $17.27 $34.54
Mid-grade $4.43 $19.31 $38.62
Premium $4.78 $20.83 $41.66
Diesel $5.62 $24.52 $49.04

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Newnan and Dalton. The current time is 09:10:58.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.