The drive from Columbus, GA to Union City, GA covers 92.9 miles and takes about 1h 46m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chet Atkins Parkway, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, Wynnton Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.7 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Columbus, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 92.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Columbus, GA to Union City, GA covers 92.9 miles and takes about 1h 46m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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 43.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near 10th Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.9 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.7 miles (10th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Wynnton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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.
8
90.8 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward GA 138: Union City, Jonesboro
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 64
Toward GA 138: Union City, Jonesboro
8
91 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GA 138 West: Union City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward GA 138 West: Union City
6
92.6 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|Bally Shannon Drive
Turn right onto Bally Shannon Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Chet Atkins Parkway
43.7 mi
46m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
43.3 mi
46m
Wynnton Road
1.6 mi
2m
Macon Road
1.1 mi
1m
Shannon Parkway
1.1 mi
2m
10th Street
0.5 mi
1m
Jonesboro Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Veterans Parkway
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Chet Atkins Parkway
— 43.7 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, GA and Union City, 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
44 mi·46 min·Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 85
43 mi·46 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 64Toward GA 138: Union City, JonesboroUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
97 ft·7 sec
Toward GA 138 West: Union CityUse the left lane.
12
Turn left onto GA 138
0.4 mi·48 sec·Jonesboro Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Shannon Parkway
1.1 mi·2 min·Shannon Parkway
14
Turn sharp left onto Flat Shoals Road
0.1 mi·25 sec·Flat Shoals Road
15
Turn right onto Bally Shannon Drive
499 ft·27 sec·Bally Shannon Drive
Use the right lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto Kilkenny Drive
205 ft·11 sec·Kilkenny Drive
17
Turn right onto Limerick Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Limerick Drive
18
Turn right onto Bantry Circle
267 ft·11 sec·Bantry Circle
19
Arrive at destination
Bantry Circle
Trip Plan
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 46.5 miles from Columbus, GA, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.7 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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 52m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union City, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbus, GA
This is one driving day of about 92.9 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Columbus, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Chet Atkins Parkway for about 43.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.5 mi from Columbus, GA
· 52m into the drive
The midpoint is around 46.5 miles from Columbus, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union City, GA
The final approach into Union City, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 92.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.53 one way
$29.06 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.88
$31.77
premium
$4.70
$17.19
$34.39
diesel
$5.61
$20.51
$41.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.75
$4.46
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.13
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.01
$5.95
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Morning
in Columbus on Saturday
Local time
8:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Union City, GA
Morning
in Union City on Saturday
Local time
8:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
3 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
1h 46m 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 Columbus, GA to Union City, GA covers 92.9 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chet Atkins Parkway, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, Wynnton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.5 miles from Columbus, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.53 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.9 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.7 miles (10th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Wynnton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Columbus, GA to Union City, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
