Driving Across Georgia: Florida Border to Tennessee Border

The north–south distance across Georgia from the Florida state line to the Tennessee state line is approximately 165 miles (265 km).

Typical Drive Time

2.5 to 3 hours by car under normal conditions, primarily via I-75 North (the most direct route).

Route Overview

• Start: Near Valdosta (GA/FL border)
• Major cities passed: Tifton, Cordele, Macon, Atlanta metro (bypass via I-285 or I-75 through downtown), Cartersville, Dalton
• End: Near East Ridge/Chattanooga area (GA/TN border)

Variables

• Atlanta traffic: Can add 30–60+ minutes during rush hours.
• Weather/construction: Check 511ga.org for real-time conditions.
• Alternative routes: US-23/US-441 through the mountains (scenic but slower).