Montgomery, Alabama to Roswell, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

159.9 miles 257.3 km · straight line
199.8 miles estimated 321.6 km · driving distance
4h 1min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
44° NE bearing direction

How far is Montgomery, Alabama from Roswell, Georgia?

The distance from Montgomery, Alabama to Roswell, Georgia is 159.9 miles (257.3 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, Georgia is located NE of Montgomery, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 199.8 miles, taking about 4h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama and Roswell, Georgia 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 Montgomery, Alabama and Roswell, Georgia. 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 Montgomery, Alabama to Roswell, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 1min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 49min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 49min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montgomery, Alabama & Roswell, Georgia

Quick Facts

Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m elevation
Roswell, Georgia
34.02°N, 84.36°W
America/New_York
328m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 155.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients