Origin
Comer, GA
Late night in Comer on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Comer, GA to Roswell, 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
81.9 mi
132 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Comer, GA
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Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
This 81.9-mile drive from Comer, GA, to Roswell, GA, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 50 minutes. With 67% of the drive on highways, it offers a predominantly fast-paced experience, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate using University Parkway and GA 72 before transitioning to Holcomb Bridge Road. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $13. Since both destinations are within the Southeast region and the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.9 miles from Comer, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Parkway | 35.2 mi | 43m |
| GA 72 | 12.6 mi | 16m |
| Holcomb Bridge Road | 7.9 mi | 14m |
| Outer Loop 10 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| I 85 | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Jimmy Carter Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Atlanta Highway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Monroe Highway | 1.2 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 Roswell, 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 10B
Toward US 129 North, US 411 North, GA 10 Loop Outer: Commerce, Jefferson
Use 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 18
Toward US 78 Business, GA 10: Atlanta Highway, Monroe
Use 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: Atlanta
Use 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
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 85
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 99
Toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
279 ft
·
6 sec
Toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Use the right lane.
17
Turn straight onto GA 140
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on GA 140
7.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto Warsaw Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Warsaw Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Enter roundabout onto Norcross Street
93 ft
·
2 sec
·
Norcross Street
21
Continue on Norcross Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Norcross Street
22
Turn left onto GA 9; GA 120
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Alpharetta Highway
23
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 50-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, offering ample flexibility. Consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially as you get closer to the Atlanta metropolitan area. With no designated stops in the data, you can choose to pull over as needed; however, the longest stretch without a major road change is 35.2 miles, so plan a brief break around that point if necessary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $13, and it's always wise to top off before heading out on any road trip.
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 40.9 miles from Comer, GA, or about 54m 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roswell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 81.9 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.9 miles from Comer, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 14.6 and 68.6 — 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
7
68.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99
Toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
8
68.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.81 one way
$25.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.00 | $28.01 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.16 | $30.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.08 | $36.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.47 | $5.24 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Roswell, GA
Late night in Roswell on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
2 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 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
$5
near mile 76.2
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 70.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for much of this 81.9-mile trip, with 67% of your travel time spent on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 35.2 miles on University Parkway. While the majority of the route prioritizes efficiency, you'll transition between different road types, moving from the wider highways to more localized roads as you approach your destination. This mix means you'll experience a change in pace and environment as the drive progresses.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 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?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and GA 72. 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 Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.9 miles you will encounter 19 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.
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 Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Jefferson and Monroe.
Jefferson
14.6 mi in
|
~19m
Monroe
21.7 mi in
|
~28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 81.9 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 (67%). 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 Roswell, 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 — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Roswell, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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