Origin
Peachtree City, GA
Night in Peachtree City on Friday
Local time
11:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peachtree City, 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
1h 16m
Distance
57.4 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peachtree City, GA
Kelly
Alpharetta, GA
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Trip Overview
This 57.4-mile drive from Peachtree City to Alpharetta, Georgia, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 94% of the journey on main roads like I-85, Turner McDonald Parkway, and Joel Cowan Parkway. Budget around $9 for fuel for this trip. Given its relatively short duration and highway-centric profile, it’s a straightforward transit between two points within the Southeast region. This route is best suited for those looking for an efficient journey with minimal fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 57.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this 57.4-mile trip, as 94% of the drive utilizes major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-85, including a continuous stretch of 23 miles. The route is primarily composed of high-speed sections, making for a direct and efficient transit. While the exact nature of the local roads isn't detailed, the overall profile suggests a journey dominated by interstate and parkway driving, characterized by consistent speed and straightforward navigation.
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 85 is the longest continuous segment at about 23 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,134 ft
834 ft
Total Climb
615 ft
Total Descent
390 ft
Highest Point
1,134 ft
~57.4 mi in
Elevation Range
300 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and Turner McDonald Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.4 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 0.4 miles (GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 34.5 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway
Turn sharp left onto GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward I-85 North: Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
6
34.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 85 / Northeast Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 / Northeast Expressway toward I 85 North: Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 251B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
9
37.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
8
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
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 9
Toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
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 Peachtree City, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
Cumming
37.2 mi in
|
~49m
|
via GA 400
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 23 mi | 28m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 11 mi | 13m |
| Joel Cowan Parkway | 9.4 mi | 13m |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Northeast Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Senoia Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Haynes Bridge Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Floy Farr Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 23 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peachtree City, GA and Alpharetta, GA.
1
Start on GA 54
190 ft
·
14 sec
·
Floy Farr Parkway
2
Continue on GA 54
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Floy Farr Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Turn sharp left onto GA 74
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Joel Cowan Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on GA 74
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Senoia Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 85
23 mi
·
28 min
·
I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Exit 251B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
8
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on GA 400
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 9
Toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Haynes Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto GA 120
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Milton Parkway
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto GA 9
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Turn right onto Academy Street
139 ft
·
3 sec
·
Academy Street
15
Arrive at destination
Academy Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.7 mi from Peachtree City, GA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Peachtree City, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alpharetta, GA
The final approach into Alpharetta, 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
$8.98 one way
$17.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.81 | $19.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.62 | $21.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Alpharetta, GA
Night in Alpharetta on Friday
Local time
11:55 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
1 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 16m 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 Peachtree City, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 57.4 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, Turner McDonald Parkway, Joel Cowan Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.7 miles from Peachtree City, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.98 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 57.4 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 0.4 miles (GA 74 / Joel Cowan Parkway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 34.5 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Peachtree City, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 834 ft to 1,134 ft elevation with about 615 ft of total climbing.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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