How far is Shannon, GA from Atlanta, GA?
The driving distance from Shannon, GA to Atlanta, GA is about 69.6 miles (112 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.4 miles (90.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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 01h 15m.
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.
Town in Jefferson County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shannon and Atlanta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shannon and Atlanta.
-
1
Start on Calhoun Road Northeast
1.9 mi · 5 min · Calhoun Road Northeast
-
2
Continue on Calhoun Road Northeast
90 m · 10 sec · Calhoun Road Northeast
-
3
Turn right onto New Calhoun Highway Northeast
2287 ft · 42 sec · New Calhoun Highway Northeast
-
4
Turn right onto Adairsville Road Northeast
2.6 mi · 4 min · Adairsville Road Northeast
-
5
Continue on Adairsville Highway
4.4 mi · 7 min · Adairsville Highway
-
6
Turn slight left
157 m · 11 sec
-
7
Continue on Adairsville Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Adairsville Highway
-
8
Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Atlanta
2174 ft · 53 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
58 mi · 1 hr 5 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward Martin Luther King Junior Drive, State Capitol, Turner Field
1511 ft · 37 sec
-
11
Turn slight right onto Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
88 m · 13 sec · Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
-
12
Turn left onto Capitol Square Southwest
543 ft · 19 sec · Capitol Square Southwest
-
13
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
97 m · 6 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shannon 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.
I 75 South
Merge slight left
58 mi · 01h 05m
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 Shannon 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 Shannon to Atlanta?
The road trip is about 69.6 miles (112 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Bartow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.7 miles from Shannon and 34.9 miles from Atlanta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.4 miles (90.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:00 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.62 one way or $17.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Shannon and Mostly Sunny near Atlanta.
Stop Ideas Near Bartow
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Parking Deck
Acworth Power Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bartow.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shannon and Atlanta. Straight-line distance: 56.39 mi (90.75 km).
#1 Shannon
Shannon is a place in Georgia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.3367600, -85.0713400 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| 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: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.52 | $8.62 | $17.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.02 | $9.84 | $19.67 |
| Premium | $4.45 | $10.91 | $21.81 |
| Diesel | $5.64 | $13.82 | $27.65 |
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 · Nov 07, 2026