Origin
Cedartown, GA
Night in Cedartown on Sunday
Local time
9:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedartown, GA to Columbus, GA
Drive Time
2h 38m
Distance
123.6 mi
199 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 28m
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6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cedartown, GA
Martin Ferreira
Trip Overview
Spanning 123.6 miles across the Southeast, this drive from Cedartown to Columbus, Georgia, typically takes about 2 hours and 38 minutes. It functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting roughly $20 for fuel should be sufficient to cover the entire journey. By following a path that utilizes the Chet Atkins Parkway, Martha Berry Highway, and US 27, you get a solid, manageable trek through the state. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a reliable connection between two distinct Georgia hubs.
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
61.8 miles from Cedartown, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that keeps you engaged rather than lulled into a trance by endless interstate miles. With a 48% highway share, you will transition between faster highway stretches and more localized road segments. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 35.9 miles along the Chet Atkins Parkway. As you progress, the road's personality shifts, balancing the efficiency of major thoroughfares with the reality of regional transit. It is a practical drive that requires your attention, offering a balanced mix of road types that prevents the monotony often found on strictly interstate routes.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chet Atkins Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 35.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 123.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (US 27; GA 1; GA 100): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 27; GA 1; GA 100
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 100
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
119.9 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward GA 22 Spur: Macon Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward GA 22 Spur: Macon Road
8
120.1 mi into trip
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~2h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 22 Spur West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward GA 22 Spur West
6
122.8 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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10th Street
Turn right onto 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chet Atkins Parkway | 35.9 mi | 38m |
| Martha Berry Highway | 31.7 mi | 37m |
| US 27 | 23.4 mi | 30m |
| North Park Street | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| New Franklin Road | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Hamilton Road | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| South Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Wynnton Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Chet Atkins Parkway
— 35.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedartown, GA and Columbus, GA.
1
Start on West Avenue
296 ft
·
11 sec
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West Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 100
23 mi
·
30 min
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US 27; GA 1; GA 100
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 27; GA 1
11 mi
·
17 min
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North Park Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 27; GA 1
32 mi
·
37 min
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Martha Berry Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on US 27; GA 1
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
New Franklin Road
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 27; US 29; GA 1; GA 14
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Morgan Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 27; GA 1; GA 219
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Whitesville Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
7.2 mi
·
10 min
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Hamilton Road
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 185 South: Columbus
11
Merge onto I 185
36 mi
·
38 min
·
Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 6
Toward GA 22 Spur: Macon Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
376 ft
·
9 sec
Toward GA 22 Spur West
Use the right lane.
14
Turn slight right onto GA 22 Spur
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Macon Road
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on GA 22 Spur
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wynnton Road
Use the none lane.
16
Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue
404 ft
·
12 sec
·
10th Avenue
17
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
10th Street
Use the none lane.
18
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Veterans Parkway
Use the none lane.
19
Arrive at destination
US 27; GA 1
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $20 estimate is based on typical conditions and can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the route relies on a combination of parkways and highways like US 27, be prepared for varying speed limits and traffic patterns. Use the flexibility of this 123.6-mile journey to your advantage by timing your single stop to coincide with your preferred meal break. Staying alert through the transition points between the Chet Atkins Parkway and the Martha Berry Highway will ensure a smooth arrival in Columbus.
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 61.8 miles from Cedartown, GA, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.9 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 80 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.8 miles or 1h 21m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cedartown, 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 Cedartown, GA
This is one driving day of about 123.6 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cedartown, 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 35.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.8 mi from Cedartown, GA · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.8 miles from Cedartown, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, GA
The final approach into Columbus, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Columbus, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.78 one way
$39.56 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| premium | $4.78 | $23.25 | $46.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.46 | $54.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
| Efficient EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.82 | $4.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.30 | $7.91 |
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.
Destination
Columbus, GA
Night in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
9:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
28 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 38m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cedartown, GA to Columbus, GA covers 123.6 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chet Atkins Parkway, Martha Berry Highway, US 27. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.8 miles from Cedartown, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 123.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (US 27; GA 1; GA 100): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cedartown, GA to Columbus, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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