Athens, Alabama to Cartersville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

131.2 miles 211.1 km · straight line
164 miles estimated 263.9 km · driving distance
3h 18min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
109° ESE bearing direction

How far is Athens, Alabama from Cartersville?

The distance from Athens, Alabama to Cartersville is 131.2 miles (211.1 km) as the crow flies. Cartersville is located ESE of Athens, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 164 miles, taking about 3h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Alabama in Alabama and Cartersville in Georgia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Alabama and Cartersville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Athens, Alabama to Cartersville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 18min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 58min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 8min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Alabama & Cartersville

Quick Facts

Athens, Alabama
34.80°N, 86.97°W
America/Chicago
220m elevation
Cartersville
34.17°N, 84.80°W
America/New_York
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 189.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients