How far is Smyrna, GA from Gainesville, GA?
Fastest route
The route from Smyrna, Georgia, USA to Gainesville, Georgia, USA is approximately 56.7 miles and takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes via I-85 N and I-985 N. The route has tolls.
Directions
- Head west on W Spring St toward W Spring St.
- Pass by Moe's Southwest Grill (on the right).
- Turn right onto Atlanta Rd SE.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Spring Rd SE.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto Cobb Pkwy/US Hwy 41 S.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the I-75/I-285 E ramp.
- Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-75 N/Marietta/Chattanooga/I-285 E. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-285 E and merge onto I-285 E (Toll road).
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take I-285 E, I-85 N, and I-985 N for the fastest route.
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the way.
- 🛣️ Follow the signs carefully to stay on the correct highways.
- ⚠️ Pay attention to road conditions and adjust your travel time accordingly.
- 📍 Use GA-365 BUS N/GA-60 N/Queen City Pkwy to reach Gainesville.
- 🗺️ Turn left onto GA-365 BUS N/GA-60 N/Queen City Pkwy, then right onto Jesse Jewell Pkwy to reach your destination in Gainesville.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
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.
Consolidated city-county and county seat of Clarke County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smyrna and Gainesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna and Gainesville.
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Start on Buckhead Road
31 m · 5 sec · Buckhead Road
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Turn left onto Greensboro Road
3 mi · 4 min · Greensboro Road
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Turn right onto Athens Highway
7.8 mi · 11 min · Athens Highway
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Continue on Macon Highway
9.6 mi · 13 min · Macon Highway
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Continue on Watkinsville Bypass
1.4 mi · 2 min · Watkinsville Bypass
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Take the exit slight right
2078 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Experiment Station Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Experiment Station Road
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Continue on Mars Hill Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Mars Hill Road
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Continue on Oconee Connector
1.4 km · 2 min · Oconee Connector
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Turn left
1038 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Inner Loop 10
1.3 mi · 1 min · Inner Loop 10
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Continue on GA Inner Loop 10
2.7 mi · 3 min · GA Inner Loop 10
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Take the exit slight right toward Tallassee Road, Oglethorpe Avenue
938 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto Oglethorpe Avenue
79 m · 6 sec · Oglethorpe Avenue
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Continue on Tallassee Road
1 km · 1 min · Tallassee Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Whitehead Road
9 m · 1 sec · Whitehead Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Whitehead Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Whitehead Road
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Turn left onto Jefferson Road
6 mi · 8 min · Jefferson Road
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Continue straight
4.8 mi · 7 min
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Continue on Major Damon J. Gause Bypass
3.8 mi · 5 min · Major Damon J. Gause Bypass
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Continue on Athens Highway
109 m · 6 sec · Athens Highway
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Continue on Major Damon J. Gause Bypass
5.7 mi · 8 min · Major Damon J. Gause Bypass
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Continue straight
14.7 mi · 18 min
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Turn left
25 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
69 m · 20 sec
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Turn left
78 m · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Green Street
45 m · 6 sec · Green Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Green Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smyrna and Gainesville.
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.
Major Damon J. Gause Bypass
Continue straight
14.7 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Smyrna and Showers And Thunderstorms near Gainesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smyrna to Gainesville?
The road trip is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Athens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.4 miles from Smyrna and 31.1 miles from Gainesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54 miles (86.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.15 one way or $18.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Smyrna and Showers And Thunderstorms near Gainesville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smyrna and Gainesville. Straight-line distance: 53.98 mi (86.88 km).
#1 Smyrna
The most populous city in Cobb County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,443 |
| Coordinates | 33.5981800, -83.4048900 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gainesville
The most populous city in Hall County, Georgia.
| Population | 44,213 |
| Coordinates | 34.2978800, -83.8240700 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Green Street (-83.824068, 34.297881)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.23 | $20.46 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.04 | $22.07 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.99 | $25.98 |
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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