How far is Smyrna, GA from Newnan, GA?
The driving distance from Smyrna, GA to Newnan, GA is about 96.2 miles (154.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.8 miles (131.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 15m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
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City in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smyrna and Newnan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna and Newnan.
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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 left onto Madison Bypass
4.2 mi · 6 min · Madison Bypass
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Continue on Eatonton Road
3165 ft · 1 min · Eatonton Road
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Take the exit right toward I 20 West: Atlanta
2122 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Purple Heart Highway
46.9 mi · 50 min · Purple Heart Highway
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Continue on Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
565 ft · 7 sec · Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 285 South Bypass: Atlanta Airport, Macon
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
13.9 mi · 16 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward I 85 South, I 85 North: Columbus, Montgomery, Atlanta, Domestic Airport
1026 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 South: Columbus, Montgomery
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
22.8 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 34: Newnan, Shenandoah
2098 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Bullsboro Drive
2.7 mi · 4 min · Bullsboro Drive
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Continue on Jefferson Street
2161 ft · 57 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto Clark Street
90 m · 10 sec · Clark Street
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Turn right onto Jackson Street
25 m · 2 sec · Jackson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jackson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smyrna and Newnan.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Purple Heart Highway
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
46.9 mi · 00h 50m
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 Newnan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smyrna to Newnan?
The road trip is about 96.2 miles (154.8 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Lithonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.8 miles from Smyrna and 47.4 miles from Newnan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.8 miles (131.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.43 one way or $26.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Smyrna and Showers And Thunderstorms near Newnan.
Stop Ideas Near Lithonia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smyrna and Newnan. Straight-line distance: 81.76 mi (131.58 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 Newnan
The county seat of Coweta County, Georgia.
| Population | 42,885 |
| Coordinates | 33.3806700, -84.7996600 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson Street (-84.79993, 33.380651)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $13.43 | $26.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.20 | $32.39 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.07 | $38.13 |
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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