Aiken to Atlanta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

154 miles 247.9 km · straight line
168.5 miles actual route 271.1 km · driving distance
3h 7min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Aiken from Atlanta?

The distance from Aiken to Atlanta is 154 miles (247.9 km) as the crow flies. Atlanta is located W of Aiken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.5 miles, taking about 3h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Aiken in South Carolina and Atlanta in Georgia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aiken and Atlanta. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aiken to Atlanta

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 7min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 44min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~2h 58min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aiken & Atlanta

Quick Facts

Aiken
33.56°N, 81.72°W
America/New_York
157m elevation
Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 161.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM