Traveling from Columbus to Cedartown covers 123.9 miles, typically taking about 2 hours and 39 minutes of driving time. Because this is a manageable distance, it serves perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $20 on fuel for the journey, making this an economical option for your travel plans. Both cities are located within the Southeast region, so you will remain in a familiar environment throughout the transit. Planning for one stop is a smart move to keep your energy levels up. Overall, this route offers a practical way to navigate through Georgia without requiring extensive multi-day logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.9 miles from Columbus, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Chet Atkins Parkway
35.8 mi
38m
Martha Berry Highway
31.7 mi
37m
Bremen Bypass
23.3 mi
30m
South Park Street
11.4 mi
17m
New Franklin Road
7.6 mi
11m
Hamilton Road
7.4 mi
11m
South Main Street
1.7 mi
3m
Wynnton Road
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Chet Atkins Parkway
— 35.8 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, GA and Cedartown, GA.
1
Start on US 27; GA 1
11 ft·5 sec·Veterans Parkway
2
Continue on US 27; GA 1
0.3 mi·46 sec·Veterans Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.5 mi·1 min·10th Street
4
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
404 ft·16 sec·10th Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Turn sharp right onto Wynnton Road
1.6 mi·2 min·Wynnton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on GA 22 Spur
1.1 mi·1 min·Macon Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 185 NorthUse the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 185
36 mi·38 min·Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Exit 42Toward US 27: LaGrange
10
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
7.4 mi·11 min·Hamilton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
359 ft·9 sec
Toward US 27, GA 1, GA 219
12
Merge onto US 27; GA 1; GA 219
0.2 mi·20 sec·Whitesville Street
13
Continue on US 27; GA 1; GA 219
0.5 mi·1 min·Morgan Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 27; US 29; GA 1; GA 14
7.6 mi·11 min·New Franklin Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on US 27; GA 1
32 mi·37 min·Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Continue on US 27; GA 1
0.7 mi·1 min·South Park Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 27; GA 1; GA 16
11 mi·16 min·South Park Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 27; GA 1
23 mi·30 min·Bremen Bypass
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
147 ft·5 sec
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business
1.7 mi·3 min·South Main Street
21
Turn left onto West Avenue
296 ft·7 sec·West Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
West Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a shorter drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving in the morning helps you avoid potential afternoon congestion. Plan your one recommended stop somewhere near the midway point to break up the technical, turn-heavy sections of the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $20 estimate is based on standard driving conditions and could fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the route relies heavily on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, allow for a little extra time if you are traveling during peak local hours. My best tip is to prioritize navigation on the Bremen Bypass, as staying focused through those specific transitions will help you maintain a steady pace toward Cedartown.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.9 miles from Columbus, GA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.8 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 27 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.9 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedartown, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Columbus, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbus, GA
This is one driving day of about 123.9 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Columbus, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Chet Atkins Parkway for about 35.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 and 122.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway
Continue onto US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|10th Avenue
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|Wynnton Road
Turn sharp right onto Wynnton Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.5 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 185 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 185 North
6
122.1 mi into trip|~2h 35m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.38 one way
$38.75 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$21.18
$42.37
premium
$4.70
$22.93
$45.86
diesel
$5.61
$27.36
$54.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.2
0
$13.01
$5.95
Efficient EV
31
0
$10.84
$4.96
EV Truck/SUV
49.6
0
$17.35
$7.93
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Columbus, GA
Late night
in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cedartown, GA
Late night
in Cedartown on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
7 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
2h 39m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous highway cruise. Only 29% of this trip consists of highway travel, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. You will rely on a mix of the Chet Atkins Parkway, the Martha Berry Highway, and the Bremen Bypass to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 35.8-mile stretch on the Chet Atkins Parkway. As you progress, the road conditions shift frequently, requiring you to stay alert and adjust to the changing flow of local traffic.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.8 mi on Chet Atkins Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 123.9 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: near the start (US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (10th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Wynnton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 123.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.8 miles on Chet Atkins 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 Cedartown, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (10th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Wynnton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cedartown, GA before heading back.
