Origin
Roswell, GA
Morning in Roswell on Monday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roswell, GA to Skidaway Island, GA
Drive Time
5h 21m
Distance
281 mi
452 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 8m
★
6 AM
5h 21m
8 AM
5h 48m
10 AM
5h 31m
12 PM
5h 28m
3 PM
5h 32m
5 PM
5h 47m
8 PM
5h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roswell, GA
Dmitry Daltonik
Trip Overview
The drive from Roswell, GA to Skidaway Island, GA covers 281 miles and takes about 5h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Northridge Road, US 19 South, Turner McDonald Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
140.5 miles from Roswell, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 21m drive with frequent turns across 281 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northridge Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 21m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Roswell, GA to Skidaway Island, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northridge Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 19 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown Connector | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| James Wendell George Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Macon | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Northridge Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell, GA and Skidaway Island, GA.
1
Start on North Atlanta Street
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Atlanta Street
2
Turn left onto Northridge Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Northridge Road
3
Turn right
157 ft
·
9 sec
4
Take the ramp right toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 19 South, GA 400 South
5
Merge slight left onto Turner McDonald Parkway
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
6
Continue on T Harvey Mathis Parkway
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7
Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast Expressway
8
Continue on Downtown Connector
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
9
Continue on James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
10
Keep slight left
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Macon, Savannah
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
13
Continue straight
162 mi
·
2 hr 55 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 516 East, US 80 East, US 17 South, GA 21 South: Lynes Parkway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
I 516 East, US 80 East, US 17 South, GA 21 South: Lynes Parkway
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 516 East, US 80 East, US 17 South, GA 21 South: Lynes Parkway
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 516 East, US 80 East, US 17 South, GA 21 South: Lynes Parkway
16
Merge slight left onto William F. Lynes Parkway
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
William F. Lynes Parkway
17
Continue on West Derenne Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Derenne Avenue
18
Turn right onto Waters Avenue
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Waters Avenue
19
Continue on Waters Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Waters Drive
20
Continue on Waters Avenue
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Waters Avenue
21
Continue on Whitefield Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Whitefield Avenue
22
Continue on Diamond Causeway
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Diamond Causeway
23
Turn slight left
358 ft
·
10 sec
24
Turn straight onto Landings Way
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Landings Way
25
Turn left
308 ft
·
24 sec
26
At the end of the road, turn left
486 ft
·
25 sec
27
Turn left
105 ft
·
11 sec
28
Turn left
46 ft
·
3 sec
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 140.5 miles from Roswell, GA, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.5 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Skidaway Island, 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 281 miles and 5h 21m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.5 mi from Roswell, GA · 2h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 140.5 miles from Roswell, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Skidaway Island, GA
The final approach into Skidaway Island, 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 Skidaway Island, 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
$44.97 one way
$89.94 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $49.00 | $98.00 |
| premium | $4.78 | $52.86 | $105.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.43 | $124.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.3 | 1 | $29.50 | $13.49 |
| Efficient EV | 70.3 | 0 | $24.59 | $11.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.4 | 1 | $39.34 | $17.98 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Skidaway Island, GA
Morning in Skidaway Island on Monday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Skidaway Island, GA covers 281 miles and takes about 5h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northridge Road, US 19 South, Turner McDonald Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.5 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 $44.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 21m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Roswell, GA to Skidaway Island, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Roswell, GA to Skidaway Island, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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