Atlanta is a hub of activity in the South, and provides easy access to many surrounding cities. Find out how long it will take to drive out of town for a weekend getaway, business meeting or other trip. Chattanooga, Nashville, Charleston, Charlotte, Savannah and Hilton Head Island are all reasonably short drives from metro Atlanta.
Listed below are the mileages and estimated driving times to many of the popular destinations close to Atlanta. Keep in mind that drive times may vary, especially during rush hour traffic. Mileage is calculated with downtown Atlanta as a starting point.
Atlanta, GA to Chattanooga, TN
Distance: 118 miles
Driving Time: 2 hours
Chattanooga is a popular destination for outdoor activities as well as their aquarium and downtown area.
Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC
Distance: 244 miles
Driving Time: 4 hours
Charlotte is an easy drive from Atlanta for those wanting to check out another southern city or visit the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Atlanta, GA to Savannah, GA
Distance: 249 miles
Driving Time: 4 hours
Savannah is a beautiful walking city steeped in history and also has nearby beaches on Tybee Island.
Atlanta, GA to Nashville, TN
Distance: 250 miles
Driving Time: 4 hours, 15 minutes
Nashville is a mecca for country music fans.
Atlanta, GA to Hilton Head, SC
Distance: 282 miles
Driving Time: 4 hours, 40 minutes
The beaches of Hilton Head Island, SC are a popular vacation destination for Atlanta residents.
Atlanta to Charleston, SC
Distance: 318 miles
Driving Time: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Charleston is a quaint, coastal city with a big city dining a shopping scene.
