How far is Roswell, GA from Lookout Mountain, GA?
The driving distance from Roswell, GA to Lookout Mountain, GA is about 112.6 miles (181.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87 miles (140 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 02h 16m.
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 Bartow County, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roswell and Lookout Mountain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell and Lookout Mountain.
-
1
Start on North Atlanta Street
3155 ft · 1 min · North Atlanta Street
-
2
Turn right onto Marietta Highway
2 mi · 3 min · Marietta Highway
-
3
Continue on Roswell Road
7.1 mi · 13 min · Roswell Road
-
4
Continue straight
1613 ft · 20 sec
-
5
Continue on North Marietta Parkway
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Marietta Parkway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Chattanooga
2372 ft · 33 sec
-
7
Merge slight left onto Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
2.7 mi · 3 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
81.7 mi · 1 hr 28 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward GA 2: Battlefield Parkway, Fort Oglethorpe
1459 ft · 38 sec
-
10
Merge slight right onto Battlefield Parkway
6.4 mi · 8 min · Battlefield Parkway
-
11
Take the exit straight
123 m · 11 sec
-
12
Merge slight left onto Lafayette Road
1 mi · 2 min · Lafayette Road
-
13
Continue on Chickamauga Avenue
1.9 mi · 2 min · Chickamauga Avenue
-
14
Continue on Rossville Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Rossville Boulevard
-
15
Turn left onto East 37th Street
1864 ft · 37 sec · East 37th Street
-
16
Continue on East 38th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East 38th Street
-
17
Turn left onto Alton Park Boulevard
128 m · 10 sec · Alton Park Boulevard
-
18
Turn right onto West 40th Street
2795 ft · 56 sec · West 40th Street
-
19
Continue on Tennessee Avenue
112 m · 13 sec · Tennessee Avenue
-
20
Turn left onto St Elmo Avenue
101 m · 7 sec · St Elmo Avenue
-
21
Turn right onto Ochs Highway
2.2 mi · 4 min · Ochs Highway
-
22
Continue on Red Riding Hood Trail
1.2 mi · 2 min · Red Riding Hood Trail
-
23
At the end of the road, turn right onto Lula Lake Road
139 m · 11 sec · Lula Lake Road
-
24
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lula Lake Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roswell and Lookout Mountain.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Keep slight left to continue on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
81.7 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Roswell and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Cloudy near Lookout Mountain.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roswell to Lookout Mountain?
The road trip is about 112.6 miles (181.2 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Adairsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.3 miles from Roswell and 56.2 miles from Lookout Mountain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87 miles (140 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.6 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 1:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.73 one way or $31.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Roswell and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Cloudy near Lookout Mountain.
Stop Ideas Near Adairsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Adairsville.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Lookout Mountain. Straight-line distance: 86.98 mi (139.98 km).
#1 Roswell
A city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 95,434 |
| Coordinates | 34.0231600, -84.3615900 |
| Altitude | 328 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lookout Mountain
City in Walker County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 1,568 |
| Coordinates | 34.9775800, -85.3577400 |
| Altitude | 549 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lookout Mountain (-85.35774, 34.97758)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.73 | $31.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.58 | $35.17 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.97 | $37.94 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.33 | $44.65 |
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 31, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.