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Trip from Alpharetta, GA to Dade County, GA

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

2h 43m

Distance

131.5 mi

212 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

11 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 33m ★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in north Fulton County, Georgia, United States

Alpharetta, GA

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Downtown Dade County, GA, GA

Dade County, GA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Alpharetta, GA to Dade County, GA covers 131.5 miles and takes about 2h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, I 24, Highway 92 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.5 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.56 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

65.7 miles from Alpharetta, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 2h 43m highway drive covering 131.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 24. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.5 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 24. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 9 / South Main Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 131.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 103.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 9 / South Main Street

Turn left onto GA 9 / South Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
24.6 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Chattanooga

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga
7
103.5 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in

Take the exit toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
7
121 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Take the exit toward I 59 South: Birmingham

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 167 Toward I 59 South: Birmingham
7
129.3 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in

Take the exit toward GA 136: Trenton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 11 Toward GA 136: Trenton

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Alpharetta, GA and Dade County, GA, road signs point toward Nashville and Chattanooga.

Nashville

103.5 mi in | ~2h 6m

Chattanooga

104.2 mi in | ~2h 7m | via I 24

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 78.5 mi 1h 24m
I 24 16.7 mi 21m
Highway 92 10.6 mi 18m
I 59 7.6 mi 8m
Alabama Road 3.6 mi 5m
East Crossville Road 2.6 mi 4m
Alpharetta Highway 2.5 mi 4m
Woodstock Road 2.5 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 78.5 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta, GA and Dade County, GA.

1

Start on Academy Street

139 ft · 11 sec · Academy Street
2

Turn left onto GA 9

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on GA 9; GA 120

2.5 mi · 4 min · Alpharetta Highway
4

Turn right onto GA 140

0.6 mi · 1 min · Mansell Road
5

Turn right onto GA 92

2.6 mi · 4 min · East Crossville Road
6

Continue on GA 92

2.5 mi · 4 min · Woodstock Road
7

Continue on GA 92

11 mi · 18 min · Highway 92
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on GA 92

3.6 mi · 5 min · Alabama Road
9

Continue on GA 92

0.9 mi · 1 min · Cherokee Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 75

78 mi · 1 hr 24 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on I 24

17 mi · 21 min · I 24
Toward Chattanooga, Nashville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 48 sec
Exit 167 Toward I 59 South: Birmingham Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15

Continue on I 59

7.6 mi · 8 min · I 59
16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Exit 11 Toward GA 136: Trenton Use the slight right lane.
17

Turn left onto GA 136

0.3 mi · 43 sec · White Oak Gap Road
18

Turn right onto US 11; GA 58; GA 136

0.1 mi · 18 sec · South Main Street
19

Turn left onto GA 136

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lafayette Street
20

Turn right onto Sells Lane

0.8 mi · 2 min · Sells Lane
21

Arrive at destination

Sells Lane

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.7 miles from Alpharetta, GA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.5 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 65.7 miles or 1h 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dade County, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Alpharetta, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Alpharetta, GA

This is one driving day of about 131.5 miles and 2h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alpharetta, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 78.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 65.7 mi from Alpharetta, GA · 1h 25m into the drive

city in Alabama, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Centre, AL

66 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

East Chattanooga, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

East Chattanooga, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.7 miles from Alpharetta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.5 miles.

Arriving in Dade County, GA

The final approach into Dade County, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dade County, GA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour $5 near mile 4.5
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
View on nps.gov
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...

20 mi from route ~49 min detour Free near mile 4.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.56 one way

$41.13 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $22.48 $44.97
premium $4.70 $24.34 $48.68
diesel $5.61 $29.03 $58.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 46 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

11 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Connexion - Tesla Supercharger

Roswell, GA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Avalon - Tesla Supercharger

Alpharetta, GA

Tesla

10 DCFC

Alpharetta Public Safety - Tesla Supercharger (Alpharetta City)

Alpharetta, GA

Tesla

4 DCFC

Brixmor Mansell Crossing (Alpharetta, GA)

Alpharetta, GA

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Site Centers Sandy Plains Village (Roswell, GA)

Roswell, GA

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Bank of America GA7-634 (Woodstock, GA)

Woodstock, GA

Electrify America

4 DCFC

MAIN DEALERSHIP LEVEL 3 #2

Alpharetta, GA

ChargePoint Network

2 DCFC

MAIN DEALERSHIP PL #2

Alpharetta, GA

ChargePoint Network

2 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 4 Tesla: 3 Electrify America: 3 Non-Networked: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.4 0 $13.81 $6.31
Efficient EV 32.9 0 $11.51 $5.26
EV Truck/SUV 52.6 0 $18.41 $8.42

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Alpharetta, GA

Night in Alpharetta on Tuesday

Local time

11:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dade County, GA

Night in Dade County on Tuesday

Local time

11:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 43m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Alpharetta, GA to Dade County, GA covers 131.5 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 24, Highway 92. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.7 miles from Alpharetta, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 131.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 103.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Alpharetta, GA and Dade County, GA, road signs point toward Nashville and Chattanooga.

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