How far is Swainsboro, GA from Dunwoody, GA?
The driving distance from Swainsboro, GA to Dunwoody, GA is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148.4 miles (238.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
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.
The second most populous city in Georgia.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Swainsboro and Dunwoody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swainsboro and Dunwoody.
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Start on the route
32 m · 13 sec
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Turn left
22 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto East Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on West Street
7.4 mi · 11 min · West Street
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Turn left
6.8 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp right toward I-16 West: Macon
1453 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
76 mi · 1 hr 21 min · Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
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Continue on Fall Line Freeway
2560 ft · 40 sec · Fall Line Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta
2746 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
62.1 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi · 12 min · Terrell Starr Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
21 mi · 24 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward North Peachtree Road, North Shallowford Road, Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
1509 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on Cotillion Drive
2585 ft · 1 min · Cotillion Drive
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Turn right onto North Shallowford Road
1.3 km · 2 min · North Shallowford Road
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Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Way
123 m · 11 sec · Chamblee Dunwoody Way
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Continue on Chamblee Dunwoody Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Chamblee Dunwoody Road
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Turn left
28 m · 3 sec
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Swainsboro and Dunwoody.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
76 mi · 01h 21m
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 Swainsboro and Sunny near Dunwoody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Swainsboro to Dunwoody?
The road trip is about 192.6 miles (309.9 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Macon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.2 miles from Swainsboro and 96.4 miles from Dunwoody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148.4 miles (238.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.2 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 12:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.93 one way or $53.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Swainsboro and Sunny near Dunwoody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Swainsboro and Dunwoody. Straight-line distance: 148.47 mi (238.94 km).
#1 Swainsboro
City in Emanuel County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 7,491 |
| Coordinates | 32.5973900, -82.3337400 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dunwoody
Town in DeKalb County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 49,326 |
| Coordinates | 33.9462100, -84.3346500 |
| Altitude | 345 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-84.334674, 33.9462)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 310 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 24m |
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 | $26.93 | $53.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $30.12 | $60.23 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $32.49 | $64.98 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $38.24 | $76.49 |
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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