How far is North Atlanta, GA from California, GA?
The driving distance from North Atlanta, GA to California, GA is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m 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 50m.
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.
Census designated place in the U.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Atlanta and California.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Atlanta and California.
-
1
Start on Peachtree Road Northeast
4 m · 5 sec · Peachtree Road Northeast
-
2
Turn right onto Osborne Road Northeast
1.2 mi · 3 min · Osborne Road Northeast
-
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Windsor Parkway Northeast
46 m · 4 sec · Windsor Parkway Northeast
-
4
Exit the roundabout onto Windsor Parkway Northeast
1.1 mi · 3 min · Windsor Parkway Northeast
-
5
Turn right onto Northland Drive Northeast
1 mi · 1 min · Northland Drive Northeast
-
6
Turn slight right onto High Point Road Northeast
3257 ft · 1 min · High Point Road Northeast
-
7
Turn right onto Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
950 ft · 27 sec · Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
-
8
Turn left onto Glenridge Connector
947 ft · 37 sec · Glenridge Connector
-
9
Continue on Glenridge Drive Northeast
113 m · 10 sec · Glenridge Drive Northeast
-
10
Take the ramp left toward I 285 West
1217 ft · 32 sec
-
11
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
5.4 mi · 6 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
1787 ft · 28 sec
-
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
1.5 km · 1 min
-
14
Keep slight right to continue on Windy Hill Road, Smyrna
1871 ft · 46 sec
-
15
Turn left onto Windy Hill Road Southeast
3 mi · 6 min · Windy Hill Road Southeast
-
16
Continue on Windy Hill Road Southeast
5.1 mi · 10 min · Windy Hill Road Southeast
-
17
Continue on Macland Road Southwest
8.5 mi · 13 min · Macland Road Southwest
-
18
Turn right onto Hiram Acworth Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Hiram Acworth Highway
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hiram Acworth Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Atlanta and California.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Macland Road Southwest
Continue on Macland Road Southwest
8.49 mi · 00h 14m
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 North Atlanta and Clear near California.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Atlanta to California?
The road trip is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Vinings is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from North Atlanta and 14.4 miles from California.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 4:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.04 one way or $8.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North Atlanta and Clear near California.
Stop Ideas Near Vinings
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cafe 55
City Hall Parking Deck
Atlanta City Hall
Atlanta Revenue Bureau
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vinings.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Atlanta and California. Straight-line distance: 23.76 mi (38.24 km).
#1 North Atlanta
A neighborhood in the city of Atlanta, Georgia.
| Population | 40,456 |
| Coordinates | 33.8651000, -84.3365900 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| 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: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.52 | $9.04 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.87 | $9.75 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.74 | $11.47 |
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 20, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.