Atlanta to Tifton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

166.8 miles 268.5 km · straight line
179.4 miles actual route 288.7 km · driving distance
3h 20min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
162° SSE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Tifton?

The distance from Atlanta to Tifton is 166.8 miles (268.5 km) as the crow flies. Tifton is located SSE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179.4 miles, taking about 3h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Tifton. 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 Tifton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 20min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 0min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 10min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Tifton

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Tifton
31.45°N, 83.51°W
America/New_York
107m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM