Atlanta to Dalton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78 miles 125.5 km · straight line
88 miles actual route 141.7 km · driving distance
1h 42min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
335° NNW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Dalton?

The distance from Atlanta to Dalton is 78 miles (125.5 km) as the crow flies. Dalton is located NNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 88 miles, taking about 1h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Atlanta and Dalton. 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 Atlanta to Dalton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 42min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 2min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 37min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Dalton

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Dalton
34.77°N, 84.97°W
America/New_York
232m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 319.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM