Origin
Dallas, GA
Late night in Dallas on Monday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dallas, GA to Marietta, GA
Drive Time
31m
Distance
18.4 mi
30 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 29m
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6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dallas, GA
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward commute between Dallas and Marietta, Georgia, this 18.4-mile trip is a highly manageable option. Expect to spend about 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Dallas Highway, Charles Hardy Parkway, and Whitlock Avenue Northwest. With a fuel cost estimate of just $3, the route is budget-friendly and efficient for your transit needs. Since both locations are firmly situated in the Southeast, you can anticipate a familiar regional atmosphere throughout the journey. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B without any necessary stops.
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
9.2 miles from Dallas, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is best described as a turn-heavy local trek rather than a monotonous interstate haul. While about 16 miles of the total distance are spent on highways, the experience feels more like a winding local transit through the suburban landscape. You will find that the longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Dallas Highway, covering 7.4 miles of the trip. Because of the frequent turns, you should stay attentive as the road transitions through the various local thoroughfares. The character of the drive remains consistent, offering a steady flow that moves away from the more rural feel of Dallas toward the busier corridors of Marietta.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dallas Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.4 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 Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 18.4 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (GA 61; GA 6 Business / Merchants Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Macland Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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GA 61; GA 6 Business / Merchants Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 61; GA 6 Business / Merchants Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Macland Road
Turn left onto Macland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
4.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
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GA 120 / Charles Hardy Parkway
Turn left onto GA 120 / Charles Hardy Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
18.2 mi into trip
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~30m in
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GA 5; GA 120 Alternate / North Marietta Parkway
Turn left onto GA 5; GA 120 Alternate / North Marietta Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Highway | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Charles Hardy Parkway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Whitlock Avenue Northwest | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Merchants Drive | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Macland Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Memorial Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Marietta Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dallas Highway
— 7.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on East Griffin Street
76 ft
·
5 sec
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East Griffin Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
293 ft
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto GA 61; GA 6 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
4
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 61; GA 6 Business
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Merchants Drive
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Turn left onto Macland Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Macland Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto GA 120
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Charles Hardy Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Continue on GA 120
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Dallas Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on GA 120
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Whitlock Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn left onto GA 5; GA 120 Alternate
372 ft
·
13 sec
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North Marietta Parkway
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Mill Street Northwest
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Mill Street Northwest
11
Turn right onto West Park Square
225 ft
·
6 sec
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West Park Square
12
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Trip Plan
Given the short 31-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. Since the trip is direct with zero planned stops, you can easily fit this into a busy schedule without needing to account for long breaks or rest periods. Keep in mind that the route relies on local roads, so be prepared for the typical rhythm of suburban traffic flow as you approach Marietta. Because the fuel cost is a minimal $3, you won't need to stress about budgeting for high-priced fill-ups along the way. My best tip is to keep your focus on the navigation through the turns on Whitlock Avenue Northwest, as the transition into the destination area is where the route gets most technical.
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 9.2 miles from Dallas, GA, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.4 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 18.4 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.2 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
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 Dallas, 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 Dallas, GA
This is one driving day of about 18.4 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dallas, 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 Dallas Highway for about 7.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.2 mi from Dallas, GA · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.2 miles from Dallas, 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
$2.94 one way
$5.89 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.46 | $6.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.09 | $8.18 |
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: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Marietta, GA
Late night in Marietta on Monday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
31m 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 Dallas, GA to Marietta, GA covers 18.4 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dallas Highway, Charles Hardy Parkway, Whitlock Avenue Northwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Dallas, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.94 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 8 significant decision points across 18.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (GA 61; GA 6 Business / Merchants Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Macland Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dallas, GA to Marietta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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