Trip from Summerville, GA to Alpharetta, GA

Drive Time

1h 57m

Distance

83.5 mi

134 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 49m ★

6 AM

1h 57m

8 AM

2h 14m

10 AM

2h 3m

12 PM

2h 2m

3 PM

2h 4m

5 PM

2h 13m

8 PM

1h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Alpharetta, GA

Ramaz Bluashvili

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Summerville to Alpharetta, expect a straightforward journey spanning 83.5 miles. You should budget about 1 hour and 57 minutes of total drive time, making this an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. With fuel costs estimated at around $13, it is an affordable connection between these two Southeast Georgia locations. Since the duration is under two hours, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay or complex logistics. This route provides a functional link between the areas, allowing you to easily manage the transition within a single afternoon.

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

41.8 miles from Summerville, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing local roads with interstate travel. You will navigate via the Martha Berry Highway and Highway 92, with roughly 46% of your journey spent on highways. The drive includes a notable 27.9-mile stretch on I-75, which serves as your longest uninterrupted segment. Expect the character of the road to shift as you move from the initial local highway sections onto the faster-paced interstate, before transitioning back to regional roads as you approach your destination.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.5 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: near the start (US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (GA 140 / Turkey Mountain Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 58.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1 / Commerce Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

14.1 mi into trip | ~18m in | GA 140 / Turkey Mountain Road

Turn left onto GA 140 / Turkey Mountain Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

58.4 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward GA 92: Acworth, Woodstock

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 277 Toward GA 92: Acworth, Woodstock

58.7 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | GA 92 / Cherokee Road

Keep slight left at fork onto GA 92 / Cherokee Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

79.1 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | Mansell Road

Turn left onto Mansell Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Summerville, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Woodstock along the way.

Woodstock

58.4 mi in | ~1h 14m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	27.9 mi	29m
Martha Berry Highway	13.3 mi	17m
Highway 92	10.6 mi	18m
Turkey Mountain Road	7.7 mi	11m
Adairsville Highway	5.5 mi	9m
Alabama Road	3.6 mi	5m
Adairsville Road Northeast	2.6 mi	4m
West Crossville Road	2.6 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 27.9 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Summerville, GA and Alpharetta, GA.

Start on Washington Avenue

27 ft · 8 sec · Washington Avenue

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Commerce Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 27; GA 1

0.6 mi · 1 min · Rome Boulevard

Continue on US 27; GA 1

13 mi · 17 min · Martha Berry Highway

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto GA 140

7.7 mi · 11 min · Turkey Mountain Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on GA 140

2.6 mi · 4 min · Adairsville Road Northeast

Use the straight lane.

Continue on GA 140

4.4 mi · 7 min · Adairsville Highway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn slight left

514 ft · 10 sec

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Continue on GA 140

1.1 mi · 1 min · Adairsville Highway

Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Toward I 75 South: Atlanta

Merge onto I 75

28 mi · 29 min · I 75

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 277 Toward GA 92: Acworth, Woodstock Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto GA 92

1.1 mi · 1 min · Cherokee Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on GA 92

3.6 mi · 5 min · Alabama Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 92

11 mi · 18 min · Highway 92

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 92

2.5 mi · 4 min · Woodstock Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 92

2.6 mi · 4 min · West Crossville Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Mansell Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Mansell Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto GA 9; GA 120

2.5 mi · 4 min · Alpharetta Highway

Use the left lane.

Continue on GA 9; GA 120

1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Academy Street

139 ft · 3 sec · Academy Street

Arrive at destination

Academy Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid local congestion. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 83.5-mile route, you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing extended breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel efficiency may vary depending on the transition between the interstate and local highways. To ensure a smooth arrival in Alpharetta, check traffic patterns on I-75 before you leave Summerville, as highway conditions can fluctuate throughout the day.

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 41.8 miles from Summerville, GA, or about 56m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.9 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.8 miles or 56m 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 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alpharetta, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Summerville, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Summerville, GA

This is one driving day of about 83.5 miles and 1h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Summerville, 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 75 for about 27.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.8 mi from Summerville, GA · 56m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Centre, AL

42 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

Cleveland, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Centre, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.8 miles from Summerville, 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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alpharetta, 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

$13.36 one way

$26.73 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$14.56	$29.12
premium	$4.78	$15.71	$31.41
diesel	$5.64	$18.55	$37.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.1	$8.77	$4.01
Efficient EV	20.9	$7.31	$3.34
EV Truck/SUV	33.4	$11.69	$5.34

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Summerville, GA

Evening in Summerville on Sunday

Local time

5:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Alpharetta, GA

Evening in Alpharetta on Sunday

Local time

5:46 PM

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

3 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 57m 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 Summerville, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 83.5 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, Martha Berry Highway, Highway 92. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.8 miles from Summerville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.36 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.

On the drive from Summerville, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Woodstock along the way.

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