Trip from Chatsworth, GA to Alpharetta, GA

Drive Time

1h 44m

Distance

69.9 mi

112 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

1h 37m ★

6 AM

1h 45m

8 AM

2h 0m

10 AM

1h 50m

12 PM

1h 49m

3 PM

1h 51m

5 PM

1h 59m

8 PM

1h 40m

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

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Chatsworth to Alpharetta covers 69.9 miles of Georgia terrain, typically taking about 1 hour and 44 minutes to complete. Because this is a relatively short trek through the Southeast, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this route involves a combination of South 3rd Avenue, APD Highway, and Old State Hwy 61. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two points, allowing you to reach your destination without significant travel fatigue.

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

34.9 miles from Chatsworth, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a highway share of only 18 percent, keeping you on local roads for the majority of the journey. Your longest uninterrupted stretch lasts 13 miles on South 3rd Avenue, providing a brief period of consistent driving before the road profile shifts. The experience feels more like a winding local transit than a high-speed highway cruise. Be prepared to navigate frequent changes in direction as you transition between the various segments of the route.

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.

South 3rd Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 13 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 76; US 411; GA 61 / South 3rd Avenue.

Route Complexity 5/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.9 miles you will encounter 20 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 (US 76; US 411; GA 61 / South 3rd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles (GA 5; GA 515 / APD Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 76; US 411; GA 61 / South 3rd Avenue

Turn right onto US 76; US 411; GA 61 / South 3rd Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / slight right lanes.

27.5 mi into trip | ~43m in

Turn left

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

27.7 mi into trip | ~43m in | GA 5; GA 515 / APD Highway

Merge onto GA 5; GA 515 / APD Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

51.3 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Take the exit toward GA 20 East: Downtown Canton, Cumming

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 19 Toward GA 20 East: Downtown Canton, Cumming

53.7 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | GA 140 / Hickory Flat Highway

Turn left onto GA 140 / Hickory Flat Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Chatsworth, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.

Cumming

51.3 mi in | ~1h 11m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South 3rd Avenue	13 mi	18m
APD Highway	12.3 mi	15m
Old State Hwy 61	11.6 mi	20m
A P D Highway	10.1 mi	10m
Hickory Flat Highway	8.8 mi	13m
Arnold Mill Road	3.2 mi	5m
Rucker Road	2.6 mi	5m
Perrow Highway	2.4 mi	3m

Longest stretch: South 3rd Avenue — 13 mi, about 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

116 ft · 12 sec · this road

Turn left

103 ft · 8 sec

Turn right onto US 76; US 411; GA 61

13 mi · 18 min · South 3rd Avenue

Use the none / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto GA 136

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Nicklesville Road Northeast

Continue on GA 136

12 mi · 20 min · Old State Hwy 61

Enter roundabout onto GA 136

128 ft · 2 sec · Perrow Highway

Continue on GA 136

2.2 mi · 2 min · Perrow Highway

Enter roundabout onto GA 136

35 ft · 0 sec · Perrow Highway

Continue on GA 136

0.3 mi · 21 sec · Perrow Highway

Use the left lane.

Turn left

0.1 mi · 34 sec

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

261 ft · 8 sec

Merge onto GA 5; GA 515

12 mi · 15 min · APD Highway

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Continue on I 575; GA 5

10 mi · 10 min · A P D Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 575; GA 5

1.2 mi · 1 min · Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 19 Toward GA 20 East: Downtown Canton, Cumming Use the slight right lane.

Continue on East Main Street

307 ft · 5 sec · East Main Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on Cumming Highway

0.5 mi · 51 sec · Cumming Highway

Turn right onto Northside-Cherokee Boulevard

1.4 mi · 2 min · Northside-Cherokee Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto GA 140

8.8 mi · 13 min · Hickory Flat Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 140

3.2 mi · 5 min · Arnold Mill Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 140

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Houze Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Rucker Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · Rucker Road

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto Rucker Road

57 ft · 1 sec · Rucker Road

Continue on Rucker Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Rucker Road

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto Rucker Road

79 ft · 1 sec · Rucker Road

Continue on Rucker Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Rucker Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on Old Milton Parkway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Old Milton Parkway

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto GA 9

0.4 mi · 54 sec · South Main Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Academy Street

139 ft · 3 sec · Academy Street

Arrive at destination

Academy Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a single-day journey with no mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Because the drive is under two hours and requires no mid-trip refueling based on the $11 estimate, you can easily complete the trek in one go. Keep in mind the turn-heavy nature of the roads; staying alert is key to navigating the intersections effectively. If you prefer a smoother experience, try to avoid peak local traffic hours to ensure you maintain your estimated travel time. Given the lack of required stops, consider keeping a few snacks or water in the car to remain comfortable for the duration of the 1 hour and 44 minute trip.

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 34.9 miles from Chatsworth, GA, or about 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13 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 69.9 miles or 1h 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 34.9 miles or 53m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 25m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Chatsworth, 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 Chatsworth, GA

This is one driving day of about 69.9 miles and 1h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chatsworth, 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 South 3rd Avenue for about 13 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.9 mi from Chatsworth, GA · 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cleveland, TN

35 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

Cleveland, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cleveland, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from Chatsworth, 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.

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

$11.19 one way

$22.37 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$12.19	$24.38
premium	$4.78	$13.15	$26.30
diesel	$5.64	$15.53	$31.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21	$7.34	$3.36
Efficient EV	17.5	$6.12	$2.80
EV Truck/SUV	28	$9.79	$4.47

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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 3 days ago

Origin

Chatsworth, GA

Evening in Chatsworth on Sunday

Local time

8:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Alpharetta, GA

Evening in Alpharetta on Sunday

Local time

8:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

64°F

Cleveland, TN

35 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 44m 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 Chatsworth, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South 3rd Avenue, APD Highway, Old State Hwy 61. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 34.9 miles from Chatsworth, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.19 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.

On the drive from Chatsworth, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.

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Trip from Chatsworth, GA to Alpharetta, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Alpharetta, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Very similar conditions

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