Atlanta to Panama City Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260.4 miles 419.1 km · straight line
298 miles actual route 479.6 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
199° SSW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Panama City Beach?

The distance from Atlanta to Panama City Beach is 260.4 miles (419.1 km) as the crow flies. Panama City Beach is located SSW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Panama City Beach in Florida.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Panama City Beach. 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 Panama City Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Panama City Beach

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Panama City Beach
30.18°N, 85.81°W
America/Chicago
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM