Atlanta to Cookeville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

178.3 miles 286.9 km · straight line
211.1 miles actual route 339.7 km · driving distance
4h 13min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Cookeville?

The distance from Atlanta to Cookeville is 178.3 miles (286.9 km) as the crow flies. Cookeville is located NNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.1 miles, taking about 4h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Cookeville in Tennessee.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Atlanta and Cookeville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Cookeville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 13min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 4min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 0min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Cookeville

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Cookeville
36.16°N, 85.50°W
America/Chicago
334m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM