How far is Newnan, GA from North Atlanta, GA?

The driving distance from Newnan, GA to North Atlanta, GA is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 42.8 miles (68.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
48.78 mi
01h 04m
Flight
42.78 mi
68.85 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
42.78 mi
Kilometers
68.85 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
48.78 mi
Kilometers
78.51 km
Drive Time
01h 04m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in North Atlanta
Thu, Apr 23, 12:46 AM EDT
Return by in Newnan
Thu, Apr 23, 1:51 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Newnan
2026-04-22T23:42
Arrive North Atlanta
Thu, Apr 23, 12:46 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:22 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

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.

Mid-route stop
Union City
GA

City in Fulton County, Georgia, United States

From Newnan
24.4 mi
00h 32m
To North Atlanta
24.4 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW
Destination
82°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newnan and North Atlanta.

  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

    37 mi · 43 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Expressway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Northeast Expressway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 13 North: Buford Highway

    3014 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Buford-Spring Connector

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Buford-Spring Connector

  10. 10

    Continue on Buford Highway

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Buford Highway

  11. 11

    Turn left onto North Druid Hills Road Northeast

    1838 ft · 37 sec · North Druid Hills Road Northeast

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on North Druid Hills Road Northeast

    1.5 mi · 3 min · North Druid Hills Road Northeast

  13. 13

    Turn slight right onto Peachtree Road Northeast

    2745 ft · 60 sec · Peachtree Road Northeast

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Peachtree Road Northeast

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
28.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 85 North
38.1 mi · 78%
Bullsboro Drive
2.86 mi · 6%
North Druid Hills Road Northeast
1.87 mi · 4%
Northeast Expressway
1.47 mi · 3%
Buford-Spring Connector
1.36 mi · 3%
Buford Highway
1.19 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 85 North

Merge slight left

37 mi · 00h 43m

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
01h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6 mi
42.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Union City
00h 32m from Newnan
Leave By
4:22 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Newnan and Mostly Sunny near North Atlanta.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Newnan to North Atlanta?

The road trip is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?

Union City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Newnan and 24.4 miles from North Atlanta.

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

The direct path is about 42.8 miles (68.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 4:22 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.81 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Newnan and Mostly Sunny near North Atlanta.

Stop Ideas Near Union City

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 Union City and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cafe 55
Coffee break 12.2 mi away

Cafe 55

Atlanta , GA
55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Rating 3.8/5 10 reviews Cafeteria
Atlanta City Hall
Meeting point 12.2 mi away

Atlanta City Hall

Atlanta , GA
55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Rating 3.9/5 58 reviews City Hall,City government office
College Park Recycling Drop off Center
Nearby stop 4.7 mi away

College Park Recycling Drop off Center

Atlanta , GA
1904 Harvard Ave, Atlanta, GA 30337
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews Recycling drop-off location

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Union City.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

27 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

102 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Newnan and North Atlanta. Straight-line distance: 42.78 mi (68.85 km).

Newnan

#1 Newnan

The county seat of Coweta County, Georgia.

Population42,885
Coordinates33.3806700, -84.7996600
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
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#2 North Atlanta

A neighborhood in the city of Atlanta, Georgia.

Population40,456
Coordinates33.8651000, -84.3365900
Altitude306
CountryUnited States
Start: Newnan (-84.79966, 33.38067)
End: North Atlanta (-84.33659, 33.8651)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 79 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.72 gal
6.52 L · about $6.81
Round trip
$13.63
3.44 gal · 13.04 L
Estimated CO2
15.3 kg one way
Round trip: 30.6 kg / 67 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $6.81 $13.63
Mid-grade $4.43 $7.62 $15.24
Premium $4.78 $8.22 $16.44
Diesel $5.62 $9.67 $19.35

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 North Atlanta. The current time is 23:42:21.

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.