Origin
Roswell, GA
Evening in Roswell on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roswell, GA to Grantville, GA
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
69.8 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roswell, GA
Dmitry Daltonik
Grantville, GA
Tanhauser Vázquez R.
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Roswell to Grantville, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 69.8 miles. The drive typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will spend the majority of your time on major thoroughfares like the Downtown Connector and I-85, with the route remaining entirely within the Southeast region of Georgia. Budgeting roughly $11 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs. Because this trip is relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging, allowing you to easily complete the round trip in one day if desired.
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
34.9 miles from Roswell, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 86% of your time spent cruising on high-speed roads. You will navigate the transition from local Roswell streets to the Downtown Connector before merging onto I-85 for the bulk of the journey. Expect a steady rhythm behind the wheel, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.7 miles along I-85. While the T. Harvey Mathis Parkway helps facilitate your movement toward Grantville, the overall personality of the route is utilitarian and efficient. It is a no-nonsense path designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
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 41.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and T Harvey Mathis Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near Northridge Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 69.8 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 3.4 miles (Northridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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Northridge Road
Turn left onto Northridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
5
4.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway
Merge onto US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
26 mi into trip
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~36m in
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I 85
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85 toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 242
Toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
6
67.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 29: Grantville, Moreland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 35
Toward US 29: Grantville, Moreland
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Roswell, GA to Grantville, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.
Montgomery
26 mi in
|
~36m
|
via I 85
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 41.7 mi | 46m |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| Downtown Connector | 5 mi | 6m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| North Atlanta Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| James Wendell George Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| State Route 14 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 41.7 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell, GA and Grantville, GA.
1
Start on GA 9; GA 120
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Atlanta Street
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto Northridge Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Northridge Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right
156 ft
·
8 sec
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
5
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on GA 400
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 85
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast Expressway
8
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
42 mi
·
46 min
·
I 85
Exit 242
Toward I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Montgomery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 35
Toward US 29: Grantville, Moreland
12
Keep slight left at fork
203 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 29 South: Grantville
13
Turn left onto US 29; GA 14
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 14
14
Turn right onto Lone Oak Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Lone Oak Street
15
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just under an hour and a half, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, be mindful that traffic patterns on the Downtown Connector and I-85 can fluctuate significantly, so checking live updates before you head out is a smart move. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily pace the trip to suit your own schedule without needing to worry about extended breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Roswell, as the $11 estimate assumes standard efficiency for this 69.8-mile distance. Your best strategy is to plan your departure to avoid peak rush hour traffic, ensuring your trip remains as quick and efficient as the route intends.
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 34.9 miles from Roswell, GA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.7 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 69.8 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.9 miles or 46m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grantville, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roswell, 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 Roswell, GA
This is one driving day of about 69.8 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Roswell, 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 41.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.9 mi from Roswell, GA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from Roswell, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Grantville, GA
The final approach into Grantville, 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 Grantville, 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
$11.17 one way
$22.34 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.17 | $24.34 |
| premium | $4.78 | $13.13 | $26.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.51 | $31.01 |
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: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.33 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.77 | $4.47 |
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
Grantville, GA
Evening in Grantville on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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 26m 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 Roswell, GA to Grantville, GA covers 69.8 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 85, T Harvey Mathis Parkway, Downtown Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.9 miles from Roswell, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.17 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 11 significant decision points across 69.8 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 3.4 miles (Northridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Roswell, GA to Grantville, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.
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