Origin
Jefferson, GA
Morning in Jefferson on Wednesday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jefferson, GA to Marietta, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
67.9 mi
109 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jefferson, GA to Marietta, GA covers 67.9 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 85, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Larry McDonald Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.1 miles on I 85. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
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 miles from Jefferson, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 67.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 85 and Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. The longest continuous stretch is about 40.1 miles on I 85.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 85 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 45.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 67.9 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 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
45.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham
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 95B
Toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingh...
8
46.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
8
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
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 20
Toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
8
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
8
60.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jefferson, GA and Marietta, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham and Chattanooga.
Birmingham
45.9 mi in
|
~52m
Chattanooga
59 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 40.1 mi | 43m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 12 mi | 14m |
| Larry McDonald Memorial Highway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Major Damon J. Gause Bypass | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| North Marietta Parkway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Old Pendergrass Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 40.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on this road
191 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Gordon Street
338 ft
·
16 sec
·
Gordon Street
3
Continue on US 129 Business; GA 11 Business
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Turn slight left onto Old Pendergrass Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Pendergrass Road
5
Turn right onto US 129; GA 11
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Major Damon J. Gause Bypass
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I-85 South: Atlanta
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 85
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 95B
Toward I 285 West Bypass: Chattanooga, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 285 West: Chattanooga, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 285
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 20
Toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 75
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto GA 120 ALT
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Marietta Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Turn left onto Church Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Church Street
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Trip Plan
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 miles from Jefferson, GA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.1 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 67.9 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34 miles or 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 1h 7m
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 Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, GA
This is one driving day of about 67.9 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jefferson, 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 I 85 for about 40.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34 mi from Jefferson, GA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 67.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Jefferson, 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
$10.62 one way
$21.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.61 | $23.22 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
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: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
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.
Destination
Marietta, GA
Morning in Marietta on Wednesday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Cleveland, TN
34 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
12 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 21m 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 Jefferson, GA to Marietta, GA covers 67.9 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34 miles from Jefferson, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.62 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 67.9 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: at 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jefferson, GA and Marietta, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham and Chattanooga.
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