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Drive Time
5h 7m
Distance
256.4 mi
413 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cairo, GA
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Alpharetta, GA
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The drive from Cairo, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 256.4 miles and takes about 5h 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, US 19, GA 112 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 129.4 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
128.2 miles from Cairo, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
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This is a 5h 7m highway drive covering 256.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and US 19. The longest continuous stretch is about 129.4 miles on I 75.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 19. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.9 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 256.4 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: at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.4 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 210.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cairo, GA and Alpharetta, GA, road signs point toward Tifton, Birmingham and Cumming.
Tifton
Birmingham
Cumming
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 129.4 mi | 2h 23m |
| US 19 | 24.3 mi | 30m |
| GA 112 | 23.4 mi | 32m |
| GA 300 | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Cordele Road | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 11 mi | 13m |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cairo, GA and Alpharetta, GA.
Start on 1st Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto GA 188
Turn left onto US 84; GA 38
Turn right onto GA 112
Turn left onto GA 97
Turn right onto GA 37
Turn left onto US 19; GA 3; GA 37 Truck; GA 300
Continue on US 19; GA 3; GA 300
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
Turn left onto Cordele Road
Continue on GA 300
Turn left
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400
Continue on GA 400
Take the exit
Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road
Turn left onto GA 120
Turn right onto GA 9
Turn right onto Academy Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.2 miles or 2h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alpharetta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Cairo, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Cairo, GA
This is one driving day of about 256.4 miles and 5h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 128.2 mi from Cairo, GA · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 128.2 miles from Cairo, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.4 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alpharetta, GA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$40.10 one way
$80.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $43.84 | $87.68 |
| premium | $4.70 | $47.45 | $94.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.61 | $113.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.9 | 0 | $26.92 | $12.31 |
| Efficient EV | 64.1 | 0 | $22.43 | $10.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.6 | 1 | $35.90 | $16.41 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Cairo on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Clear
Destination
Morning in Alpharetta on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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