Origin
Buford, GA
Afternoon in Buford on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buford, GA to Roswell, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
43m
Distance
25.6 mi
41 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buford, GA
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Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
Planning a short hop from Buford, GA to Roswell, GA? This 25.6-mile drive will take you about 43 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll navigate primarily using Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, McGinnis Ferry Road, and Turner McDonald Parkway, with about 25% of the journey on highways. Expect a total fuel cost of around $4 for this excursion. The drive offers a practical, turn-heavy local experience, ideal for a quick commute or a visit between these two Southeast Georgia communities. Since it's a short distance, you have plenty of flexibility in your timing.
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
12.8 miles from Buford, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be making frequent turns as you transition between local roads. While 25% of the drive is on highways, much of the experience will be on surface streets. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 5.4 miles along Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. This suggests a driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation and traffic signals rather than a long, open-road cruise. The profile indicates a dynamic journey that changes as you move through different local areas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 5.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Harris Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 25.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Harris Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (McGinnis Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Harris Street
Turn right onto South Harris Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
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McGinnis Ferry Road
Turn right onto McGinnis Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
18.6 mi into trip
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~32m in
Turn left toward US 19 South, GA 400 South: Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South: Atlanta
8
22.9 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward GA 140: Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell
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 7
Toward GA 140: Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell
8
23.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 140 West: Roswell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward GA 140 West: Roswell
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| McGinnis Ferry Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 4 mi | 4m |
| Old Milton Parkway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Sargent Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Kimball Bridge Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Norcross Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Shadburn Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
— 5.4 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buford, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on this road
26 ft
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4 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto South Harris Street
143 ft
·
9 sec
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South Harris Street
3
Turn left onto East Main Street Northeast
527 ft
·
14 sec
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East Main Street Northeast
4
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
5
Continue on West Main Street
197 ft
·
5 sec
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West Main Street
6
Turn straight onto West Shadburn Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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West Shadburn Avenue
7
Continue on East Broad Street Northeast
443 ft
·
14 sec
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East Broad Street Northeast
8
Turn right onto R H Smith Boulevard
0.1 mi
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23 sec
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R H Smith Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
5.4 mi
·
6 min
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Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto McGinnis Ferry Road
5.4 mi
·
9 min
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McGinnis Ferry Road
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto Sargent Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Sargent Road
12
Enter roundabout onto Sargent Road
63 ft
·
1 sec
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Sargent Road
13
Continue on Sargent Road
0.2 mi
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33 sec
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Sargent Road
14
Continue on Sargent Road
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
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Sargent Road
15
Enter roundabout onto Sargent Road
71 ft
·
2 sec
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Sargent Road
16
Continue on Sargent Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
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Sargent Road
17
Turn left onto Jones Bridge Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
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Jones Bridge Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto GA 120
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Kimball Bridge Road
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto State Bridge Road
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
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State Bridge Road
20
Continue on GA 120
2.3 mi
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4 min
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Old Milton Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South: Atlanta
Use the left lane.
22
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
4.0 mi
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4 min
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Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 7
Toward GA 140: Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork
283 ft
·
6 sec
Toward GA 140 West: Roswell
Use the right lane.
25
Turn straight onto GA 140
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
26
Turn left onto Warsaw Road
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Warsaw Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Enter roundabout onto Norcross Street
93 ft
·
2 sec
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Norcross Street
28
Continue on Norcross Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Norcross Street
29
Turn left onto GA 9; GA 120
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Alpharetta Highway
30
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
Given the short 43-minute duration and 25.6-mile distance, this trip from Buford to Roswell is best undertaken in one go, offering significant flexibility. Aim to depart outside of peak rush hours to minimize traffic delays, especially on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. With a fuel cost estimated at just $4, you likely won't need to worry about finding gas stations along the way, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. The 'turn-heavy' nature of this route means staying alert and double-checking your navigation, particularly when approaching McGinnis Ferry Road and Turner McDonald Parkway, to ensure you don't miss a crucial turn.
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 12.8 miles from Buford, GA, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.4 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 25.6 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.8 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roswell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Buford, 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 Buford, GA
This is one driving day of about 25.6 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Buford, 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 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard for about 5.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.8 mi from Buford, GA · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.8 miles from Buford, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roswell, GA
The final approach into Roswell, 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 Roswell, 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
$4.00 one way
$8.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.38 | $8.75 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.74 | $9.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.65 | $11.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Roswell, GA
Afternoon in Roswell on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Oakwood, GA
13 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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 Buford, GA to Roswell, GA covers 25.6 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, McGinnis Ferry Road, Turner McDonald Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 miles from Buford, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.00 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 25.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Harris Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (McGinnis Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Buford, GA to Roswell, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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