Origin
Temple, GA
Afternoon in Temple on Friday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Temple, GA to Marietta, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Temple, GA
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Trip Overview
Temple, GA to Marietta, GA is 41.4 miles and takes about 58 minutes via Tom Murphy Freeway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of Georgia, making it a straightforward local journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, suggesting a quicker pace rather than a leisurely exploration. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's an ideal choice for a quick day trip or a segment of a larger road adventure. You'll find the drive efficient for connecting these two Georgia locations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 61% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 24.7 miles on the Tom Murphy Freeway, offering a consistent, fast-paced experience. The route utilizes Austell Road and Maxham Road as well, likely providing transitions between faster highway segments and more local road conditions. Expect a driving profile that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently, with less emphasis on scenic detours and more on direct travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tom Murphy Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tom Murphy Freeway and Austell Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near GA 113 / Carrollton Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 41.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (GA 113 / Carrollton Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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GA 113 / Carrollton Street
Turn right onto GA 113 / Carrollton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway
Merge onto I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
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 44
Toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
6
38.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
Sandtown Road Southwest
Turn left onto Sandtown Road Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Temple, GA to Marietta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Austell along the way.
Austell
26.7 mi in
|
~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Murphy Freeway | 24.7 mi | 26m |
| Austell Road | 8 mi | 14m |
| Maxham Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Carrollton Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Sandtown Road Southwest | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Thornton Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Powder Springs Street Southwest | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Marietta Parkway | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Tom Murphy Freeway
— 24.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Temple, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on GA 274
86 ft
·
3 sec
·
James Street
2
Turn right onto GA 274
408 ft
·
10 sec
·
Sage Street
3
Turn right onto GA 113
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 20
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Tom Murphy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 44
Toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto GA 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Thornton Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto Maxham Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Maxham Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on GA 5
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
Austell Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn left onto Sandtown Road Southwest
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Sandtown Road Southwest
Use the left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto Sandtown Road Southwest
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Sandtown Road Southwest
12
Continue on Sandtown Road Southwest
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Sandtown Road Southwest
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto GA 360
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Powder Springs Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on GA 5; GA 120
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Marietta Parkway
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto Mill Street Northwest
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Mill Street Northwest
16
Turn right onto West Park Square
225 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Park Square
17
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.7 mi from Temple, GA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Temple, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Marietta, GA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Marietta, GA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.47 one way
$12.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.08 | $14.16 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Marietta, GA
Afternoon in Marietta on Friday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Douglasville, GA
21 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
58m 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 Temple, GA to Marietta, GA covers 41.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tom Murphy Freeway, Austell Road, Maxham Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.7 miles from Temple, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.47 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 41.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (GA 113 / Carrollton Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Temple, GA to Marietta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Austell along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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