How far is Valdosta, GA from Kennesaw, GA?
The driving distance from Valdosta, GA to Kennesaw, GA is about 254 miles (408.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 233.8 miles (376.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Houston and Peach Counties, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valdosta and Kennesaw.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta and Kennesaw.
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Start on J.L. Lomax Drive
13 m · 4 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
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Turn right onto North Patterson Street
71 m · 12 sec · North Patterson Street
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Turn right onto West Valley Street
962 ft · 31 sec · West Valley Street
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Turn left onto North Oak Street
84 m · 12 sec · North Oak Street
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Turn right onto West Central Avenue
1385 ft · 34 sec · West Central Avenue
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Continue on West Hill Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · West Hill Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
1795 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
140 mi · 2 hr 30 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway
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Merge slight right
49.5 mi · 54 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
22.8 mi · 28 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Horace E Tate Freeway
7.2 mi · 9 min · Horace E Tate Freeway
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Continue on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
9.4 mi · 11 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 5 Spur South: Marietta
1976 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Canton Road Connector
1130 ft · 18 sec · Canton Road Connector
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41, GA 3, GA 5 South: Kennesaw
806 ft · 13 sec
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Continue straight
814 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 41, GA 3, GA 5
1069 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Cobb Parkway North
4.6 mi · 7 min · Cobb Parkway North
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Turn right onto Summers Street Northwest
2249 ft · 1 min · Summers Street Northwest
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Turn left onto South Main Street Northwest
1131 ft · 46 sec · South Main Street Northwest
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Turn left onto J. O. Stephenson Avenue Northwest
20 m · 2 sec · J. O. Stephenson Avenue Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · J. O. Stephenson Avenue Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdosta and Kennesaw.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West Hill Avenue
Merge slight left
140 mi · 02h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Valdosta and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kennesaw.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdosta to Kennesaw?
The road trip is about 254 miles (408.7 km) and usually takes 04h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Perry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 127.2 miles from Valdosta and 126.8 miles from Kennesaw.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 233.8 miles (376.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.49 one way or $70.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Valdosta and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kennesaw.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdosta and Kennesaw. Straight-line distance: 233.75 mi (376.19 km).
#1 Valdosta
The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,668 |
| Coordinates | 30.8333400, -83.2803200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kennesaw
City in Cobb County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 34,712 |
| Coordinates | 34.0234300, -84.6154900 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kennesaw (-84.61549, 34.02343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 409 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 10m |
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 | $35.49 | $70.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $39.68 | $79.37 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $42.81 | $85.62 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $50.39 | $100.78 |
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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