Origin
Hampton, GA
Late night in Hampton on Friday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampton, GA to Marietta, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
48.7 mi
78 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton, GA
Jan van der Wolf
Trip Overview
This 48.7-mile journey from Hampton, GA to Marietta, GA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 1 hour and 7 minutes to complete. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with about 75% of the drive on major roads, making it a straightforward transit. You'll primarily navigate on I-75, US-19, and the Horace E Tate Freeway. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this short drive offers a low-cost option for getting between these two points in Georgia's Southeast region. It's a practical option when you need to cover ground efficiently within the state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 48.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 48.7-mile route, with 75% of it spent on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.8 miles on I-75, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the profile is highway-focused, the inclusion of US-19 and the Horace E Tate Freeway suggests some variation from pure interstate driving. This drive is less about winding country lanes and more about efficient travel between your starting point in Hampton and your destination in Marietta.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.3 miles in near Woodlawn Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.3 miles (Woodlawn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Bear Creek Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Woodlawn Avenue
Turn right onto Woodlawn Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Bear Creek Boulevard
Turn right onto US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Bear Creek Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
16.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North
8
31.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
7
46.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hampton, GA to Marietta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Chattanooga along the way.
Chattanooga
31.9 mi in
|
~45m
|
via I 75
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 14.8 mi | 18m |
| US 19 | 12.6 mi | 19m |
| Horace E Tate Freeway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Larry McDonald Memorial Highway | 7 mi | 8m |
| Bear Creek Boulevard | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Marietta Parkway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Woolsey Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Tara Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 14.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on East Main Street North
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Main Street North
2
Turn right onto Woodlawn Avenue
266 ft
·
8 sec
·
Woodlawn Avenue
3
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Main Street
4
Continue on Woolsey Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woolsey Road
5
Turn right onto US 19; US 41; GA 3
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Bear Creek Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 19; US 41; GA 3
13 mi
·
19 min
·
US 19; US 41; GA 3
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto Tara Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Tara Boulevard
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Horace E Tate Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 75
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto GA 120 ALT
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Marietta Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn left onto Church Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Church Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.4 mi from Hampton, GA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Hampton, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.62 one way
$15.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.33 | $16.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.01 | $18.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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 Friday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
1h 7m 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 Hampton, GA to Marietta, GA covers 48.7 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, US 19, Horace E Tate Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.4 miles from Hampton, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.62 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 48.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.3 miles (Woodlawn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 19; US 41; GA 3 / Bear Creek Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hampton, GA to Marietta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Chattanooga along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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