How far is Palmetto, GA from Atlanta, GA?
Fastest route
The distance between Palmetto, Georgia, and Atlanta, Georgia is approximately 27.3 miles (43.9 kilometers). The fastest route is via I-85 N, which takes about 31 minutes.
Directions
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Get on I-85 N in Coweta County from Fayetteville Rd and Collinsworth Rd.
- 🚗 Head southeast on Toombs St toward Main St.
- 🚗 Continue onto Fayetteville Rd.
- 🚗 Continue onto Collinsworth Rd.
- 🚗 Turn left to stay on Collinsworth Rd.
- 🚗 Turn left to merge onto I-85 N.
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Follow I-85 N to Fulton St SW in Atlanta. Take exit 246 from I-85 N.
- 🚗 Keep left to stay on I-85 N.
- 🚗 Use the right lane to take exit 246 for Fulton St/Central Ave toward Ga State Univ.
- 🚗 Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Fulton Street/Zoo Atlanta.
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Drive to Capitol Ave SE.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Fulton St SW.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Capitol Ave SE.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Take I-85 N for the fastest route.
- ⏱️ Expect the journey to take approximately 31 minutes.
- 🚧 Be aware of possible road closures on Capitol Sq SW.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 30m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Fulton County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palmetto and Atlanta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmetto and Atlanta.
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Start on Toombs Street
85 m · 8 sec · Toombs Street
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Continue on Fayetteville Road
1 mi · 2 min · Fayetteville Road
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Continue on Collinsworth Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Collinsworth Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Collinsworth Road
1880 ft · 57 sec · Collinsworth Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 85 North
1659 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
23.3 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
1092 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
2278 ft · 60 sec
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Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
1024 ft · 28 sec · Fulton Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
2546 ft · 57 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 Palmetto and Atlanta.
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.
I 85 North
Merge slight left
23.3 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Palmetto and Mostly Sunny near Atlanta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palmetto to Atlanta?
The road trip is about 27.3 miles (43.9 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Union City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.6 miles from Palmetto and 13.7 miles from Atlanta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.80 one way or $7.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Palmetto and Mostly Sunny near Atlanta.
Stop Ideas Near Union City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cafe 55
Atlanta City Hall
College Park Recycling Drop off Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Union City.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmetto and Atlanta. Straight-line distance: 22.75 mi (36.61 km).
#1 Palmetto
City in Coweta and Fulton Counties, Georgia, United States
| Population | 4,964 |
| Coordinates | 33.5178900, -84.6696500 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| 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: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $3.80 | $7.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.25 | $8.50 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.59 | $9.17 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
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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