Driving from Comer to Atlanta covers 86.5 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes. This straightforward journey is well-suited for a single-day trip, as it connects the rural charm of the Southeast to the bustling hub of Atlanta. You can expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel for the trek. Since the route is efficient and relatively short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays along the way. Whether you are heading to the city for business or leisure, this drive offers a practical transit between two distinct Georgia landscapes.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.3 miles from Comer, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
University Parkway
35.2 mi
43m
I 85
23.8 mi
28m
GA 72
12.6 mi
16m
Outer Loop 10
6.8 mi
7m
Atlanta Highway
2.3 mi
4m
Monroe Highway
1.2 mi
1m
US 29
1.1 mi
1m
East Sunset Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 35.2 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Comer, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on GA 22
58 ft·6 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto East Sunset Avenue
0.9 mi·1 min·East Sunset Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto GA 72
13 mi·16 min·GA 72
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto US 29; GA 8
1.1 mi·1 min·US 29; GA 8
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 10BToward US 129 North, US 411 North, GA 10 Loop Outer: Commerce, JeffersonUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15
6.8 mi·7 min·Outer Loop 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 18Toward US 78 Business, GA 10: Atlanta Highway, MonroeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
268 ft·6 sec
Toward GA 10, US 78 Bus
9
Turn right onto US 78 Business; GA 10
2.3 mi·4 min·Atlanta Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn slight left onto US 78 Business; GA 10
1.2 mi·1 min·Monroe Highway
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 29 West, GA 316 West: AtlantaUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto US 29; GA 8; GA 316
35 mi·43 min·University Parkway
Use the left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward I 85 South: Atlanta
14
Merge onto I 85
24 mi·28 min·I 85
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 248AToward Martin Luther King Junior Drive, State Capitol, Turner FieldUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn slight right onto Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
288 ft·13 sec·Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto Capitol Square Southwest
0.1 mi·19 sec·Capitol Square Southwest
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
318 ft·6 sec·Capitol Avenue Southeast
Use the right lane.
19
Arrive at destination
Capitol Avenue Southeast
Trip Plan
Because this is a efficient 1 hour and 49 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Since there are no designated stops required for a trip of this length, you can easily complete the 86.5 miles in one go. Keep in mind that as you merge onto I-85, traffic patterns can shift significantly, so checking local road reports before you leave Comer is a smart move. Budgeting $14 for gas should cover your needs, but filling up before you hit the heavier city congestion is a practical way to avoid premium fuel prices near your destination.
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 43.3 miles from Comer, GA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.2 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 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.3 miles or 57m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlanta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Comer, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Comer, GA
This is one driving day of about 86.5 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Comer, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on University Parkway for about 35.2 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 14.6 and 86.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
14.6 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward US 129 North, US 411 North, GA 10 Loop Outer: Commerce, Jefferson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10B
Toward US 129 North, US 411 North, GA 10 Loop O...
8
21.7 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the exit toward US 78 Business, GA 10: Atlanta Highway, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 18
Toward US 78 Business, GA 10: Atlanta Highway,...
7
22 mi into trip|~28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GA 10, US 78 Bus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 10, US 78 Bus
8
86 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward Martin Luther King Junior Drive, State Capitol, Turner Field
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 248A
Toward Martin Luther King Junior Drive, State C...
7
86.5 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|Capitol Avenue Southeast
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.53 one way
$27.05 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.79
$29.58
premium
$4.70
$16.01
$32.02
diesel
$5.61
$19.10
$38.20
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: 30.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26
0
$9.08
$4.15
Efficient EV
21.6
0
$7.57
$3.46
EV Truck/SUV
34.6
0
$12.11
$5.54
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 15, 2026
Origin
Comer, GA
Late night
in Comer on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Atlanta, GA
Late night
in Atlanta on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 49m 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 highway-focused experience, as 84% of your time will be spent on major roads. Your journey relies heavily on GA 72, University Parkway, and I-85 to make steady progress toward the capital. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along University Parkway, which spans 35.2 miles of the trip. The transition from local roads to the high-speed interstate environment happens quickly, shifting the character of the drive from quiet regional transit to a faster, more concentrated traffic flow as you approach Atlanta.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.2 mi on University Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and I 85. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.6 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.5 miles you will encounter 17 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 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Comer, GA and Atlanta, GA, road signs point toward Jefferson and Monroe.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 86.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.2 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 Atlanta, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Atlanta, GA before heading back.
