If you are planning a trip from Union Point to Roswell, expect a 101.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay to manage the distance comfortably. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the trip. Because you will be navigating local roads like Veazey Street, Scott Street, and Lamb Avenue, you will stay entirely off the interstate system. Both your starting point and destination are located within the Southeast, keeping the journey regionally consistent while you transition between these Georgia communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Union Point, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 101.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating through community streets, requiring you to stay alert and engaged with the road ahead. Since the path is composed of local roads rather than major expressways, you will not encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed driving. The experience is defined by frequent turns and a steady, localized pace. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes maneuvering through the landscape over long-distance interstate speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 46.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 101.2 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 72.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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72.9 mi into trip|~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
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 67B
Toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattano...
7
91.2 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, Peachtree Dunwoody Road, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
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.
Toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, Peachtree Du...
8
92.2 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahl...
7
97.3 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward Northridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Northridge Road
8
97.5 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Dunwoody Place
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Dunwoody Place
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Union Point, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Dahlonega and Atlanta.
Chattanooga
72.9 mi in|~1h 24m
Dahlonega
91.2 mi in|~1h 46m
Atlanta
91.2 mi in|~1h 46m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Purple Heart Highway
46.6 mi
50m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
17.8 mi
20m
Carl Sanders Highway
15.9 mi
17m
Lamb Avenue
5.1 mi
7m
Turner McDonald Parkway
3.1 mi
4m
South Main Street
2.6 mi
4m
East Broad Street
2.1 mi
3m
Roswell Road
1.7 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Highway
— 46.6 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union Point, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on Carlton Avenue
319 ft·17 sec·Carlton Avenue
2
Turn right onto Veazey Street
135 ft·6 sec·Veazey Street
3
Continue on Scott Street
472 ft·23 sec·Scott Street
4
Turn right onto US 278; GA 12; GA 77
5.1 mi·7 min·Lamb Avenue
5
Continue on US 278; GA 12; GA 44
2.1 mi·3 min·East Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto GA 44
2.6 mi·4 min·South Main Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I-20 West: AtlantaUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 20
16 mi·17 min·Carl Sanders Highway
9
Continue on I 20
47 mi·50 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Exit 67BToward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 285
18 mi·20 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, Peachtree Dunwoody Road, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, AtlantaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·47 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North, GA 400 South: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
14
Keep slight right at fork
2.0 mi·2 min
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, DahlonegaUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
3.1 mi·4 min·Turner McDonald Parkway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 6Toward Northridge RoadUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Dunwoody PlaceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi·2 min·Dunwoody Place
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto GA 9
1.7 mi·3 min·Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi·1 min·North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft·9 sec·North Atlanta Street
22
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 1 hour and 44-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 101.3-mile trek in one go without needing to schedule formal stops for rest. Given the nature of the turn-heavy local roads, ensure your GPS is updated and ready to guide you through the transition between Veazey Street, Scott Street, and Lamb Avenue. Because you aren't relying on major highways, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Union Point to ensure you have enough to cover the estimated $16 cost. Take advantage of the short duration by planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours, which will make your transit through these residential areas much smoother.
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 50.6 miles from Union Point, GA, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.6 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 22 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 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 36m
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 Union Point, 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 Union Point, GA
This is one driving day of about 101.2 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Union Point, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Highway for about 46.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.6 mi from Union Point, GA
· 1h into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
$5
near mile 97.7
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 80.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.83 one way
$31.65 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$17.30
$34.61
premium
$4.70
$18.73
$37.46
diesel
$5.61
$22.34
$44.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.4
0
$10.63
$4.86
Efficient EV
25.3
0
$8.86
$4.05
EV Truck/SUV
40.5
0
$14.17
$6.48
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Union Point, GA
Afternoon
in Union Point on Friday
Local time
1:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Roswell, GA
Afternoon
in Roswell on Friday
Local time
1:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Covington, GA
51 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
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
2h 3m 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 Union Point, GA to Roswell, GA covers 101.2 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Highway, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Carl Sanders Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.6 miles from Union Point, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.83 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 16 significant decision points across 101.2 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 72.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Union Point, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Dahlonega and Atlanta.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
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.
