Origin
Alpharetta, GA
Evening in Alpharetta on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alpharetta, GA to Marietta, GA
Drive Time
34m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpharetta, GA
Ramaz Bluashvili
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Alpharetta and Marietta, this 19.2-mile trip is a straightforward local commute. Expect the drive to take about 34 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Because the journey is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Roswell Road, Alpharetta Highway, and North Marietta Parkway as you travel through the Southeast. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, this is an economical route for a simple cross-town trip. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense path for those moving between these two Georgia cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
9.6 miles from Alpharetta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise on this 19.2-mile path. While roughly 18 miles of the journey involve highway travel, the route maintains a suburban feel throughout. You will find the longest uninterrupted stretch lasts 7.1 miles along Roswell Road, providing a brief period of steady driving. The road’s personality shifts as you transition between local corridors and parkways, requiring your attention through frequent navigation changes. Overall, this is a functional transit route that prioritizes connectivity over scenic leisure.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Roswell Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 9 / South Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 34m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (GA 9; GA 120 / North Atlanta Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (GA 120 / Marietta Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 9 / South Main Street
Turn left onto GA 9 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
5.7 mi into trip
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~10m in
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GA 9; GA 120 / North Atlanta Street
Continue onto GA 9; GA 120 / North Atlanta Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
6.4 mi into trip
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~11m in
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GA 120 / Marietta Highway
Turn right onto GA 120 / Marietta Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
18.8 mi into trip
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~33m in
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Church Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roswell Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| Alpharetta Highway | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| North Marietta Parkway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Marietta Highway | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| North Atlanta Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Church Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| GA 120 Alternate | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Roswell Road
— 7.1 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on Academy Street
139 ft
·
11 sec
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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
4.4 mi
·
8 min
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Alpharetta Highway
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Atlanta Street
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto GA 120
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Marietta Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on GA 120
7.1 mi
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12 min
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Roswell Road
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on GA 120 Alternate
0.3 mi
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19 sec
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GA 120 Alternate
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on GA 120 ALT
3.1 mi
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5 min
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North Marietta Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left onto Church Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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Church Street
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 34-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can complete the entire 19.2-mile distance without planning for any formal stops, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that with $3 in fuel costs, this is an inexpensive trip that requires minimal logistical preparation. To make the most of your drive, stay alert for the transition onto North Marietta Parkway, as the route relies heavily on local road navigation. This efficiency makes it an ideal route to squeeze into a busy schedule without the need for complex pacing or rest stops.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 9.6 miles from Alpharetta, GA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.1 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 19.2 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marietta, 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 19.2 miles and 34m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Roswell Road for about 7.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.6 mi from Alpharetta, GA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.6 miles from Alpharetta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Marietta, GA
The final approach into Marietta, 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 Marietta, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.07 one way
$6.15 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.61 | $7.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.27 | $8.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Destination
Marietta, GA
Evening in Marietta on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
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Cleveland, TN
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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
1 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
34m 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 Marietta, GA covers 19.2 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Roswell Road, Alpharetta Highway, North Marietta Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.6 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 $3.07 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.
This is a straightforward 34m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (GA 9; GA 120 / North Atlanta Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (GA 120 / Marietta Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alpharetta, GA to Marietta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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