Origin
Lawrenceville, GA
Late night in Lawrenceville on Saturday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrenceville, GA to Alpharetta, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
21.7 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrenceville, GA
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Alpharetta, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Lawrenceville to Alpharetta, you are looking at a quick 21.7-mile trip that typically takes about 39 minutes. This short jaunt is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire journey. Both origin and destination sit within the Southeast, so you can expect a familiar regional feel throughout your transit. It is a straightforward commute that serves as an efficient link between these two Georgia hubs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 21.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (17%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. You will navigate via Duluth Highway, State Bridge Road, and Old Milton Parkway, which together make up this local transit path. While about 17 percent of your trip involves highway driving, the majority of your time is spent on local roads that demand your full attention. Your longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 8.8 miles along Duluth Highway, providing a brief period of steady cruising before you return to the more technical, turning portions of the route.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Duluth Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,134 ft
898 ft
Total Climb
529 ft
Total Descent
461 ft
Highest Point
1,134 ft
~21.7 mi in
Elevation Range
236 ft
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 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near GA 20; GA 124 / Buford Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.7 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.1 miles (GA 20; GA 124 / Buford Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (GA 20 / East Pike Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (McClure Bridge Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 20; GA 124 / Buford Drive
Turn left onto GA 20; GA 124 / Buford Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 20 / East Pike Street
Turn left onto GA 20 / East Pike Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
10.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
McClure Bridge Road
Enter roundabout onto McClure Bridge Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
11.7 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Pleasant Hill Road
Turn right onto Pleasant Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
21.7 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
Academy Street
Turn right onto Academy Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Duluth Highway | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| State Bridge Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Old Milton Parkway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| East Pike Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Hill Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| McClure Bridge Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Lawrenceville Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Duluth Highway
— 8.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrenceville, GA and Alpharetta, GA.
1
Start on GA 20
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Crogan Street
Use the left lane.
2
Turn left onto GA 20; GA 124
368 ft
·
16 sec
·
Buford Drive
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto GA 20
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Pike Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on GA 120
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Duluth Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on 120
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lawrenceville Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto McClure Bridge Road
222 ft
·
6 sec
·
McClure Bridge Road
7
Continue on McClure Bridge Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
McClure Bridge Road
8
Continue on Howell Ferry Road
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Howell Ferry Road
9
Turn right onto Pleasant Hill Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Hill Road
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on State Bridge Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
State Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on GA 120
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Milton Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Turn right onto GA 9
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Main Street
13
Turn right onto Academy Street
139 ft
·
3 sec
·
Academy Street
14
Arrive at destination
Academy Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.39 one way
$6.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.02 | $8.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Alpharetta, GA
Late night in Alpharetta on Saturday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
W 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 5:50AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 15 at 8:01PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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
36 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
39m 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 Lawrenceville, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 21.7 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Duluth Highway, State Bridge Road, Old Milton Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.8 miles from Lawrenceville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.39 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 21.7 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.1 miles (GA 20; GA 124 / Buford Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (GA 20 / East Pike Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (McClure Bridge Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Lawrenceville, GA to Alpharetta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 898 ft to 1,134 ft elevation with about 529 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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