Atlanta to Gainesville, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

49.8 miles 80.2 km · straight line
54.6 miles actual route 87.9 km · driving distance
1h 4min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
40° NE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Gainesville, Georgia?

The distance from Atlanta to Gainesville, Georgia is 49.8 miles (80.2 km) as the crow flies. Gainesville, Georgia is located NE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 54.6 miles, taking about 1h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Gainesville, Georgia. 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 Gainesville, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 4min $5 - $6 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 17min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Gainesville, Georgia

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Gainesville, Georgia
34.30°N, 83.82°W
America/New_York
381m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 499.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM