How far is Covington, GA from Peachtree Corners, GA?

Fastest route

The fastest route from Covington, Georgia, USA to Peachtree Corners, Georgia, USA is approximately 56 minutes and covers a distance of 45.3 miles via I-20 W and I-285 N.

Directions

  1. Head southwest toward Monticello St SW.
  2. Use any lane to turn left at the 1st cross street onto Monticello St SW.
  3. Turn right onto Washington St SW.
  4. Turn right onto Emory St SW.
  5. Turn left onto U.S. 278 NW.
  6. Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-20 W.
  7. Continue on I-20 W. Take I-285 N to GA-141 N in Peachtree Corners. Take the GA-141 N exit from GA-141 N.
  8. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 67B to merge onto I-285 N toward Greenville/Chattanooga.
  9. Take exit 31B to merge onto GA-141 N.
  10. Use the left 2 lanes to take the GA-141 N exit toward GA-400/Cumming/Dahlonega.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure to head southwest on Monticello St SW from Covington.
  • 🔄 Take the ramp onto I-20 W to continue your journey.
  • ⏱️ Be prepared for traffic conditions and check for updates on the fastest route.
  • 🛣️ Follow the signs for I-285 N and GA-141 N to reach Peachtree Corners.
  • 🗺️ Use GPS navigation or online maps for real-time directions.
  • ⛽ Consider refueling your vehicle before starting the journey.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic signals and follow road regulations for a safe trip.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
45.71 mi
00h 49m
Flight
33.11 mi
53.28 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
33.11 mi
Kilometers
53.28 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
45.71 mi
Kilometers
73.57 km
Drive Time
00h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Peachtree Corners
Thu, May 7, 12:47 PM EDT
Return by in Covington
Thu, May 7, 1:37 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Covington
2026-05-07T11:58
Arrive Peachtree Corners
Thu, May 7, 12:47 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:49 AM to 10:49 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Covington
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Pinehurst
GA

City in Dooly County, Georgia, United States

From Covington
22.9 mi
00h 24m
To Peachtree Corners
22.9 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, May 7 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W
Destination
73°F
Today

Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, May 7 9:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Peachtree Corners.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Peachtree Corners.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    24 m · 2 sec

  2. 2

    Turn straight onto Monticello Street Southwest

    31 m · 2 sec · Monticello Street Southwest

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Washington Street Southwest

    72 m · 5 sec · Washington Street Southwest

  4. 4

    Keep slight left to continue on Church Street

    93 m · 6 sec · Church Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Pace Street

    2193 ft · 60 sec · Pace Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Highway 278 Northwest

    1.2 km · 1 min · Highway 278 Northwest

  7. 7

    Take the ramp straight toward I 20 West: Atlanta

    1.2 km · 2 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway

    22.5 mi · 24 min · Purple Heart Highway

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga

    2355 ft · 57 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

    14.5 mi · 17 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard

    972 ft · 33 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard

    1361 ft · 36 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

    3.6 mi · 5 min · Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega

    2.1 mi · 4 min

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Triangle Drive Northwest

    21 m · 9 sec · Triangle Drive Northwest

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Peachtree Parkway Northwest

    926 ft · 18 sec · Peachtree Parkway Northwest

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Peachtree Parkway Northwest

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Peachtree Corners.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
37.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Purple Heart Highway
22.5 mi · 49%
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
14.5 mi · 32%
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
3.59 mi · 8%
GA 141 North
2.36 mi · 5%
Highway 278 Northwest
0.77 mi · 2%
I 20 West
0.72 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.6 mi
33.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pinehurst
00h 24m from Covington
Leave By
4:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny leaving Covington and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Peachtree Corners.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Covington to Peachtree Corners?

The road trip is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?

Pinehurst is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from Covington and 22.9 miles from Peachtree Corners.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 $6.38 one way or $12.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny around Covington and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Peachtree Corners.

Stop Ideas Near Pinehurst

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Pinehurst and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cafe 55
Coffee break 10.8 mi away

Cafe 55

Atlanta , GA
55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Rating 3.8/5 10 reviews Cafeteria
Atlanta City Hall
Meeting point 10.8 mi away

Atlanta City Hall

Atlanta , GA
55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Rating 3.9/5 58 reviews City Hall,City government office
City of Stonecrest
Nearby stop 7.3 mi away

City of Stonecrest

Pinehurst
3120 Stonecrest Blvd #100, Stonecrest, GA 30038
Rating 3.0/5 17 reviews City administration

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pinehurst.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

20 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

76 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Peachtree Corners. Straight-line distance: 33.11 mi (53.28 km).

Covington

#1 Covington

City and the county seat of Newton County, Georgia, United States

Population14,386
Coordinates33.5967800, -83.8601800
Altitude226
CountryUnited States
Peachtree Corners

#2 Peachtree Corners

A city in Gwinnett County, Georgia.

Population44,294
Coordinates33.9701000, -84.2215900
Altitude317
CountryUnited States
Start: (-83.860174, 33.596774)
End: Peachtree Parkway Northwest (-84.221507, 33.970075)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 74 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 45m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.61 gal
6.11 L · about $6.38
Round trip
$12.75
3.22 gal · 12.22 L
Estimated CO2
14.3 kg one way
Round trip: 28.6 kg / 63 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $6.38 $12.75
Mid-grade $4.43 $7.13 $14.26
Premium $4.78 $7.69 $15.39
Diesel $5.62 $9.05 $18.11

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Georgia · May 07, 2026

There is no time difference between Covington and Peachtree Corners. The current time is 11:58:42.

Distance to Other Cities

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