Trip from Atlanta, GA to Comer, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 50m

Distance

88.6 mi

143 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 42m ★

6 AM

1h 50m

8 AM

2h 6m

10 AM

1h 56m

12 PM

1h 54m

3 PM

1h 57m

5 PM

2h 6m

8 PM

1h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a straightforward trip across the Southeast, the 88.6-mile trek from Atlanta to Comer is an efficient choice. Lasting approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget about $14 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through the Georgia landscape, you will primarily utilize the Northeast Expressway, University Parkway, and Outer Loop 10 to reach your destination. Because this is a relatively short drive, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to head out and return without the fatigue of a multi-day haul.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

44.3 miles from Atlanta, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
University Parkway	39.1 mi	48m
Northeast Expressway	12.4 mi	15m
Outer Loop 10	9 mi	10m
Interstate Highway 85	8.8 mi	9m
Hull Colbert Road	4.6 mi	6m
Colbert-Comer Road	4.1 mi	5m
Downtown Connector	3.1 mi	4m
Hull Road	2.7 mi	3m

Longest stretch: University Parkway — 39.1 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Atlanta, GA and Comer, GA.

Start on Capitol Avenue Southeast

69 ft · 1 sec · Capitol Avenue Southeast

Turn slight right

156 ft · 6 sec

Turn slight right onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southeast

257 ft · 7 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southeast

Use the right lane.

Continue on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 75 North, I 85 North

Merge onto I 75; I 85

3.1 mi · 4 min · Downtown Connector

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85

2.7 mi · 3 min · Northeast Expressway

Exit 251B Toward I 85 North: Greenville

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85

9.7 mi · 11 min · Northeast Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 85

8.8 mi · 9 min · Interstate Highway 85

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 37 sec

Exit 106 Toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens

Continue on GA 316

39 mi · 48 min · University Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8

0.4 mi · 29 sec · US 29; US 78; GA 8

Toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Outer: University of Georgia, Lexington, Hartwell Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 29; US 78; GA 8; GA 10 Loop

9.0 mi · 10 min · Outer Loop 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 29; GA 8

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 29; GA 8

Turn right onto GA 72

2.7 mi · 3 min · Hull Road

Use the right lane.

Continue on GA 72

4.6 mi · 6 min · Hull Colbert Road

Continue on GA 72

1.2 mi · 1 min · Third Avenue

Continue on GA 72

4.1 mi · 5 min · Colbert-Comer Road

Turn right onto West Sunset Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Sunset Avenue

Turn right onto GA 22

165 ft · 8 sec · Main Street

Continue on GA 22

149 ft · 9 sec · Main Street

Arrive at destination

GA 22

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick trip, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that avoids the heaviest congestion around Atlanta. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 1-hour and 50-minute drive, you have the freedom to decide where to pause based on your personal comfort. Keep in mind that with 70% of the route on highways, maintaining a steady speed is key to keeping your fuel costs near that $14 estimate. A smart tip for this specific route is to monitor your timing as you transition from the University Parkway stretch onto Outer Loop 10, as traffic patterns can shift noticeably there. Stay flexible and enjoy the simplicity of this direct drive.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 44.3 miles from Atlanta, GA, or about 54m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.1 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 19 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 44.3 miles or 54m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Comer, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Atlanta, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Atlanta, GA

This is one driving day of about 88.6 miles and 1h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Atlanta, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on University Parkway for about 39.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Barrow County, Georgia, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Winder, GA

44 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Peachtree Corners, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dacula, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Atlanta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lawrenceville, Georgia

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31.6

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+17706822742

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Atlanta, Georgia

1.9 mi

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Atlanta, Georgia

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Mozart Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Atlanta, Georgia

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 12.7

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17709868802

Visit website

Molly’s Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Athens, Georgia

2.1 mi

Choco Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Athens, Georgia

1.9 mi

Starbucks

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 19

Norcross, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+17707340364

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31.6

Lawrenceville, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+17706822742

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+14048100010

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 6.3

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+14043649099

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 6.3

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+14046850287

Visit website

Mozart Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 12.7

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17709868802

Visit website

Molly’s Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.6

Athens, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17624992002

Visit website

Choco Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.6

Athens, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17068500622

Visit website

Paris Baguette

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 25.3

Duluth, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14707678695

Visit website

Walkers Coffee Shop & Pub

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.6

Athens, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+17065431433

Visit website

Baladi Coffee Athens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.6

Athens, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12298059171

Visit website

Choice Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 12.7

Chamblee, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+16784045434

Visit website

Illy Coffee Bar at Rowdy Tiger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+16784122402

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 6.3

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+14044584717

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 64.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 North, I 85 North

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 75 North, I 85 North

3.5 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 85 / Northeast Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 / Northeast Expressway toward I 85 North: Greenville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 251B Toward I 85 North: Greenville

6.2 mi into trip | ~8m in | I 85 / Northeast Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 / Northeast Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

24.8 mi into trip | ~30m in

Take the exit toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 106 Toward GA 316 East: Lawrenceville, Athens

64.4 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in | US 29; US 78; GA 8

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8 toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Outer: University of Georgia, Lexington, Hartwell

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Oute...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.86 one way

$27.71 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$15.15	$30.30
premium	$4.70	$16.40	$32.80
diesel	$5.61	$19.56	$39.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	26.6	$9.30	$4.25
Efficient EV	22.2	$7.75	$3.54
EV Truck/SUV	35.4	$12.40	$5.67

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Atlanta, GA

Late night in Atlanta on Sunday

Local time

1:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Comer, GA

Late night in Comer on Sunday

Local time

1:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

6 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 50m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 70% of this journey is spent on major thoroughfares. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch on University Parkway, which spans 39.1 miles and dictates the pace of your travel. The drive transitions from the busy corridors of Atlanta into the more open stretches leading toward Comer. While the road personality is defined by these fast highway segments, the transition to local roads keeps the drive feeling productive rather than monotonous. You can anticipate a steady, consistent flow behind the wheel as you navigate these primary roads.

70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 39.1 mi on University Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and Northeast Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.2 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Atlanta, GA and Comer, GA, road signs point toward Athens, Lexington and Hartwell.

Athens

24.8 mi in | ~30m

Lexington

64.4 mi in | ~1h 18m | via US 29; US 78; GA 8

Hartwell

64.4 mi in | ~1h 18m | via US 29; US 78; GA 8

About the Cities

Starting in Atlanta, GA

Full guide →

Atlanta is the vanguard of the New South, with the charm and elegance of the Old. It's a city that balances southern traditions with sleek modernism, and southern hospitality with three skylines and the world’s busiest airport. It's a city that has been burnt to the ground and built back up; seen the horrors of war; felt the pain of droughts and floods; and given birth to Martin Luther King, Jr., the greatest figure of the civil rights movement. Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 88.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 39.1 miles on University Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Comer, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Comer, GA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Atlanta, GA to Comer, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Starbucks Coffee Company

Mozart Bakery

Starbucks

Starbucks Coffee Company

Dunkin'

Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company

Mozart Bakery

Molly’s Coffee Company

Choco Coffee Roasters

Paris Baguette

Walkers Coffee Shop & Pub

Baladi Coffee Athens

Choice Coffee Co

Illy Coffee Bar at Rowdy Tiger

Pemberton Place

Children's Museum of Atlanta

Krog Street Tunnel

Zoo Atlanta

K1 Speed Duluth

Sloomoo Institute - Atlanta

Museum of Illusions

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Atlanta, GA

Comer, GA

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 50m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Atlanta, GA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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