Greensboro, GA to Roswell, GA is 93.9 miles and takes about 1h 51m via Purple Heart Highway, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, and Carl Sanders Highway, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a route with frequent turns and a local feel, rather than a pure interstate experience. With its relatively short distance and manageable duration, this drive is well-suited for a single-day journey, allowing for a relaxed pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from Greensboro, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 93.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive presents a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, with only 30% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a mix of local roads and bypasses, so be prepared for more frequent adjustments to your speed and direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 46.6 miles along the Purple Heart Highway. As you progress, the route transitions, incorporating segments of the Atlanta Bypass/The Perimeter and Carl Sanders Highway, which may offer slightly higher speed limits before you continue on more local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 46.6 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 around 65.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.9 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 65.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
65.6 mi into trip|~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
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 67B
Toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattano...
7
83.8 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, Peachtree Dunwoody Road, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
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.
Toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, Peachtree Du...
8
84.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahl...
7
89.9 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward Northridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Northridge Road
8
90.2 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Dunwoody Place
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Dunwoody Place
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greensboro, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Dahlonega and Atlanta.
Chattanooga
65.6 mi in|~1h 12m
Dahlonega
83.8 mi in|~1h 34m
Atlanta
83.8 mi in|~1h 34m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Purple Heart Highway
46.6 mi
50m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
17.8 mi
20m
Carl Sanders Highway
15.9 mi
17m
Turner McDonald Parkway
3.1 mi
4m
South Main Street
2.6 mi
4m
Roswell Road
1.7 mi
3m
Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi
2m
North Atlanta Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Highway
— 46.6 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on GA 44
2.6 mi·4 min·South Main Street
Use the right lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I-20 West: AtlantaUse the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 20
16 mi·17 min·Carl Sanders Highway
4
Continue on I 20
47 mi·50 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Exit 67BToward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 285
18 mi·20 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, Peachtree Dunwoody Road, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, AtlantaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·47 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North, GA 400 South: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
9
Keep slight right at fork
2.0 mi·2 min
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, DahlonegaUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
3.1 mi·4 min·Turner McDonald Parkway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 6Toward Northridge RoadUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Dunwoody PlaceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi·2 min·Dunwoody Place
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto GA 9
1.7 mi·3 min·Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi·1 min·North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft·9 sec·North Atlanta Street
17
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
Given this is a short, 1-day drive of under 2 hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aiming for mid-morning can help you avoid potential rush hour traffic around the Atlanta area. While there are no specific stops noted, it's wise to plan for a brief break, especially if you're not accustomed to frequent turns. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $15, and consider filling up before you begin, particularly if you're driving a less fuel-efficient vehicle. The Purple Heart Highway is your longest continuous stretch, so ensure you're comfortable with its specific conditions before you embark.
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 46.9 miles from Greensboro, GA, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.6 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 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 52m 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 26m
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 Greensboro, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greensboro, GA
This is one driving day of about 93.9 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Greensboro, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Highway for about 46.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.9 mi from Greensboro, GA
· 52m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
$5
near mile 90.6
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 71.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.68 one way
$29.37 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$16.06
$32.11
premium
$4.70
$17.38
$34.76
diesel
$5.61
$20.73
$41.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.2
0
$9.86
$4.51
Efficient EV
23.5
0
$8.22
$3.76
EV Truck/SUV
37.6
0
$13.15
$6.01
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Greensboro, GA
Late night
in Greensboro on Saturday
Local time
2:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Roswell, GA
Late night
in Roswell on Saturday
Local time
2:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
E 0 to 5 mph1% chanceLive 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
20 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 51m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Greensboro, GA to Roswell, GA covers 93.9 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Highway, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Carl Sanders Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.9 miles from Greensboro, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.68 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 93.9 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 65.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Greensboro, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Dahlonega and Atlanta.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
