Origin
Oakwood, GA
Afternoon in Oakwood on Saturday
Local time
2:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakwood, GA to Roswell, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakwood, GA
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Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
This 43-mile drive from Oakwood, GA to Roswell, GA is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate via I-85 and Lanier Parkway before transitioning to Holcomb Bridge Road. With a projected fuel cost of around $7, this highway-focused route offers an efficient way to travel between these two locations within the Southeast region. It's designed for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours, fitting well into a busy schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 13.6 mi | 14m |
| Lanier Parkway | 13.4 mi | 14m |
| Holcomb Bridge Road | 7.9 mi | 14m |
| Jimmy Carter Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Thurmond Tanner Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Norcross Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Warsaw Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Allen Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 13.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakwood, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on Allen Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Allen Street
2
Continue on Plainview Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Plainview Road
3
Turn right onto Thurmond Tanner Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Thurmond Tanner Road
4
Turn left onto H F Reed Industrial Park Connector
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
H F Reed Industrial Park Connector
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
6
Merge onto I 985; US 23
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Lanier Parkway
7
Merge onto I 85
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 99
Toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
279 ft
·
6 sec
Toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto GA 140
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on GA 140
7.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Warsaw Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Warsaw Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto Norcross Street
93 ft
·
2 sec
·
Norcross Street
15
Continue on Norcross Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Norcross Street
16
Turn left onto GA 9; GA 120
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Alpharetta Highway
17
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Oakwood, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 15.9 and 41.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
22.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 85
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
29.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99
Toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
8
29.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward GA 140 West: Norcross
5
41.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Warsaw Road
Turn left onto Warsaw Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.72 one way
$13.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.96 | $15.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Roswell, GA
Afternoon in Roswell on Saturday
Local time
2:11 PM
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
2 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
58m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is predominantly on highways, with 63% of the journey utilizing these faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.6 miles on I-85, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. While much of the route focuses on efficient travel, the transition onto Lanier Parkway and then Holcomb Bridge Road will gradually shift the feel as you approach your destination. This profile suggests a comfortable, largely unimpeded driving experience for most of the trip.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.6 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Lanier Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.9 miles in near I 85.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 43 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.9 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.6 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 43 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.6 miles on I 85. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Roswell, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.9 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.6 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Roswell, GA before heading back.
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.
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