How far is Covington, GA from Brookhaven, GA?
Fastest route
The distance between Covington, Georgia, USA, and Brookhaven, Georgia, USA is approximately 44.4 miles, and the fastest route is via I-20 W and I-285 N. The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Directions
- Head southwest toward Monticello St SW.
- Use any lane to turn left at the 1st cross street onto Monticello St SW.
- Turn right onto Washington St SW.
- Turn right onto Emory St SW.
- Turn left onto U.S.278 NW.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-20 W.
- Follow I-20 W and I-285 N to GA-141 S/Peachtree Industrial Blvd in Doraville. Take exit 31A from I-285 N.
- Merge onto GA-141 S/Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
- Continue straight onto GA-141 S/Peachtree Blvd/Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
- Continue to follow GA-141 S/Peachtree Blvd. Pass by McDonald's (on the left in 1.4 mi).
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to head southwest toward Monticello St SW when starting your journey.
- 🔄 Use the appropriate lanes and turns as indicated in the directions.
- 🛣️ Take I-20 W and I-285 N to reach GA-141 S/Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
- 🚦 Be aware of traffic conditions and adjust your route accordingly.
- 🗺️ Merge onto GA-141 S/Peachtree Industrial Blvd and follow it until it becomes GA-141 S/Peachtree Blvd.
- 📍Keep an eye out for McDonald's on your left in about 1.4 miles as a landmark along GA-141 S/Peachtree Blvd.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Harris and Meriwether Counties, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Brookhaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Brookhaven.
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Start on the route
24 m · 2 sec
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Turn straight onto Monticello Street Southwest
31 m · 2 sec · Monticello Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Washington Street Southwest
72 m · 5 sec · Washington Street Southwest
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Keep slight left to continue on Church Street
93 m · 6 sec · Church Street
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Continue on Pace Street
2193 ft · 60 sec · Pace Street
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Turn left onto Highway 278 Northwest
1.2 km · 1 min · Highway 278 Northwest
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Take the ramp straight toward I 20 West: Atlanta
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
22.5 mi · 24 min · Purple Heart Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
2355 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
7.2 mi · 8 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward US 78 West: Decatur, Atlanta
1931 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Stone Mountain Freeway
1 mi · 1 min · Stone Mountain Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Valley Brook Road, North Druid Hills Road
1126 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto North Druid Hills Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Druid Hills Road
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Turn right
63 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto Clairmont Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Clairmont Road
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Turn left onto I-85 Access Road
804 ft · 18 sec · I-85 Access Road
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Continue on I-85 Access Road
1387 ft · 29 sec · I-85 Access Road
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Turn right onto Briarwood Road Northeast
1.5 mi · 4 min · Briarwood Road Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Druid Hills Road
1897 ft · 48 sec · North Druid Hills Road
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Turn slight right onto Peachtree Road Northeast
130 m · 12 sec · Peachtree Road Northeast
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Turn right
42 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
19 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
106 m · 25 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Brookhaven.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Purple Heart Highway
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
22.5 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Covington and Sunny near Brookhaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Brookhaven?
The road trip is about 45 miles (72.5 km) and usually takes 00h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pine Mountain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Covington and 24.8 miles from Brookhaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33 miles (53.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.30 one way or $12.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Covington and Sunny near Brookhaven.
Stop Ideas Near Pine Mountain
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cafe 55
Atlanta City Hall
City of Stonecrest
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pine Mountain.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Brookhaven. Straight-line distance: 32.98 mi (53.08 km).
#1 Covington
City and the county seat of Newton County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 14,386 |
| Coordinates | 33.5967800, -83.8601800 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brookhaven
A city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,112 |
| Coordinates | 33.8584400, -84.3402000 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-84.340246, 33.858529)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.94 | $17.88 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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