Origin
Cochran, GA
Evening in Cochran on Wednesday
Local time
7:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cochran, GA to Atlanta, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
121.1 mi
195 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
★
6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cochran, GA
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Atlanta, GA
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Trip Overview
This 121.1-mile journey from Cochran, GA, to Atlanta, GA, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 1 minute. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical option for a day trip, as it requires no overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Northeast 2nd Street and Golden Isles Highway, transitioning to Highway 87, with no highway driving involved. This makes it a more engaging, turn-heavy local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region for the entire trip, staying within Georgia.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.5 miles from Cochran, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for the entirety of this 121.1-mile route. With a 0% highway share, this trip is all about navigating local roads, which means a more engaging driving experience with frequent turns and changes in scenery. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be more immersed in the local landscape. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch noted, the character suggests a continuous series of local roads that keep you actively involved behind the wheel, offering a different pace than a typical interstate journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northeast 2nd Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cochran, GA to Atlanta, GA is easy. At 2h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cochran, GA to Atlanta, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast 2nd Street | — | — |
| Golden Isles Highway | — | — |
| Highway 87 | — | — |
| Longstreet Church Road | — | — |
| Longstreet Road | — | — |
| Jeffersonville | — | — |
| I 16 | — | — |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Northeast 2nd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cochran, GA and Atlanta, GA.
1
Start on East Dykes Street
105 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Dykes Street
2
Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 2nd Street
3
Continue on Golden Isles Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Golden Isles Highway
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 87 Bypass North
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Highway 87 Bypass North
5
Turn straight onto Golden Isles Highway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Golden Isles Highway
6
Turn right onto Longstreet Church Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Longstreet Church Road
7
Continue on Longstreet Road
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Longstreet Road
8
At the end of the road, turn left
410 ft
·
8 sec
9
Turn right
2.0 mi
·
2 min
10
Continue on Jeffersonville
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Jeffersonville
11
Turn left onto I 16:west: Macon
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 16:west: Macon
12
Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
13
Continue on Fall Line Freeway
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fall Line Freeway
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 75 North: Atlanta
15
Merge slight left
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
16
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
17
Take the exit slight right toward Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fulton Street, Central Avenue, Georgia State University
18
Keep slight right to continue on Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Fulton Street, Zoo Atlanta
19
Turn right onto Fulton Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Fulton Street Southwest
20
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Capitol Avenue Southeast
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given its manageable 2-hour duration and 121.1-mile length, this trip from Cochran to Atlanta is ideal for a single day. You can leave any time of day and still arrive without feeling rushed. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $19, so no major financial planning is needed for gas. Since it's a local drive with no highway segments, plan for a steady pace and be ready for frequent turns, especially as you navigate through Northeast 2nd Street, Golden Isles Highway, and Highway 87. Keep an eye on your GPS, as the turn-heavy nature means you'll want to stay on track.
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 60.5 miles from Cochran, GA, or about 1h into the drive.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.5 miles or 1h 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 39m
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 Cochran, 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.
+
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 Cochran, GA
This is one driving day of about 121.1 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Cochran, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.5 mi from Cochran, GA · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.5 miles from Cochran, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Atlanta, GA
The final approach into Atlanta, 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 Atlanta, 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
$18.94 one way
$37.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $20.71 | $41.41 |
| premium | $4.70 | $22.41 | $44.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.74 | $53.47 |
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: 42.4 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 | 36.3 | 0 | $12.72 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.60 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.95 | $7.75 |
Gas CO2
42 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
Atlanta, GA
Evening in Atlanta on Wednesday
Local time
7:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
8 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 1m 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 Cochran, GA to Atlanta, GA covers 121.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast 2nd Street, Golden Isles Highway, Highway 87. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.5 miles from Cochran, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.94 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.
The drive from Cochran, GA to Atlanta, GA is easy. At 2h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cochran, GA to Atlanta, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cochran, GA to Atlanta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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