Origin
Russell, GA
Late night in Russell on Wednesday
Local time
5:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russell, GA to Roswell, GA
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russell, GA
Piotr Kowalonek
Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
This 47.5-mile drive from Russell, GA to Roswell, GA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 7 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day adventure, with no need to consider overnight stays. The route focuses heavily on highway driving, making up 61% of the journey, and is estimated to cost around $7 in fuel. Traveling within the Southeast region, this drive offers a practical way to get from point A to point B without significant detours or complexities. Consider this a no-fuss option for your travel plans.
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
23.8 miles from Russell, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 47.5-mile trip, with University Parkway, Holcomb Bridge Road, and I-85 forming the backbone. Sixty-one percent of the drive is on highways, indicating a good amount of faster-paced travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.6 miles along University Parkway, suggesting a period of consistent speed before potential transitions. The character of the road is predominantly about efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways, offering a predictable driving rhythm.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
University Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and Holcomb Bridge Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Midland Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 47.5 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: near the start (East Midland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Russell Cemetery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (GA 11 / Monroe Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Midland Avenue
Turn right onto East Midland Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Russell Cemetery Road
Turn left onto Russell Cemetery Road
Navigation decision point
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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GA 11 / Monroe Highway
Turn sharp left onto GA 11 / Monroe Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
34.1 mi into trip
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~43m 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
34.3 mi into trip
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~43m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Parkway | 22.6 mi | 28m |
| Holcomb Bridge Road | 7.9 mi | 14m |
| I 85 | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Jimmy Carter Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Monroe Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Norcross Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Warsaw Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Atlanta Highway Southeast | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 22.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on this road
236 ft
·
19 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto East Midland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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East Midland Avenue
3
Turn left onto Russell Cemetery Road
414 ft
·
20 sec
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Russell Cemetery Road
4
Turn right onto GA 8; GA 53
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Atlanta Highway Southeast
5
Continue on GA 8; GA 53
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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May Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn sharp left onto GA 11
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Monroe Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on GA 11
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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Christmas Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
9
Merge onto US 29; GA 316
23 mi
·
28 min
·
University Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 85 South: Atlanta
11
Merge onto I 85
6.2 mi
·
6 min
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I 85
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 99
Toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
279 ft
·
6 sec
Toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto GA 140
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on GA 140
7.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Warsaw Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Warsaw Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Enter roundabout onto Norcross Street
93 ft
·
2 sec
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Norcross Street
18
Continue on Norcross Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Norcross Street
19
Turn left onto GA 9; GA 120
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Alpharetta Highway
20
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour, this 47.5-mile journey offers great flexibility; you can leave whenever it suits you best. With only an estimated $7 fuel cost and no designated stops, you'll want to ensure you start with a full tank. The longest stretch of 22.6 miles on University Parkway means you can settle in for a bit of continuous driving. Keep an eye on your GPS for the transition onto I-85, as it's a key part of this highway-centric route. Plan your departure to avoid any local rush hour traffic, which can impact the 1 hour and 7 minute estimated duration.
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 23.8 miles from Russell, GA, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.6 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 47.5 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.8 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roswell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Russell, 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 Russell, GA
This is one driving day of about 47.5 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Russell, 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 University Parkway for about 22.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.8 mi from Russell, GA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 47.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Russell, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roswell, GA
The final approach into Roswell, 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 Roswell, 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
$7.43 one way
$14.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.79 | $17.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Roswell, GA
Late night in Roswell on Wednesday
Local time
5:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Cleveland, TN
24 mi in
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
27 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 7m 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 Russell, GA to Roswell, GA covers 47.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University Parkway, Holcomb Bridge Road, I 85. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.8 miles from Russell, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.43 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 14 significant decision points across 47.5 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: near the start (East Midland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Russell Cemetery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (GA 11 / Monroe Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Russell, GA to Roswell, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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