Origin
Bonanza, GA
Night in Bonanza on Thursday
Local time
11:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bonanza, GA to Alpharetta, GA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bonanza, GA
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Alpharetta, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bonanza, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Turner McDonald Parkway, Tara Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.8 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 47.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 47.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Turner McDonald Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.8 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 18 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 14.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Turner McDonald Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Flicker Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.2 miles (Flicker Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.7 miles (US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Tara Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Flicker Road
At end of road, turn right onto Flicker Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Tara Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Tara Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
9.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North
9
27.7 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
8
45.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bonanza, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
Cumming
27.7 mi in
|
~40m
|
via GA 400
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 14.8 mi | 18m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 11 mi | 13m |
| Tara Boulevard | 9.1 mi | 14m |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Northeast Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Haynes Bridge Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Thrasher Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 14.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonanza, GA and Alpharetta, GA.
1
Start on Woodcock Street
56 ft
·
4 sec
·
Woodcock Street
2
Turn right onto Thrasher Road
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Thrasher Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Flicker Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Flicker Road
4
Merge onto US 19; US 41; GA 3
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Tara Boulevard
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
6
Turn sharp left onto US 19; US 41; GA 3
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Tara Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto Tara Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Tara Boulevard
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Exit 251B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
11
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on GA 400
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 9
Toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Haynes Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto GA 120
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Milton Parkway
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto GA 9
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Main Street
17
Turn right onto Academy Street
139 ft
·
3 sec
·
Academy Street
18
Arrive at destination
Academy Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.9 mi from Bonanza, GA · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Bonanza, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alpharetta, GA
The final approach into Alpharetta, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.49 one way
$14.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.87 | $17.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Alpharetta, GA
Night in Alpharetta on Thursday
Local time
11:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
27 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
1h 7m 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 Bonanza, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Turner McDonald Parkway, Tara Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.9 miles from Bonanza, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.49 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.2 miles (Flicker Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.7 miles (US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Tara Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bonanza, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
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