Trip from Washington, GA to Alpharetta, GA

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

102.8 mi

165 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 7m ★

6 AM

2h 17m

8 AM

2h 35m

10 AM

2h 23m

12 PM

2h 21m

3 PM

2h 24m

5 PM

2h 35m

8 PM

2h 11m

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

Traveling from Washington to Alpharetta covers 102.8 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes. This route is a straightforward mixed drive that connects two parts of the Southeast region within Georgia. Because the total duration is quite manageable, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $16 on fuel for the journey, making it a very affordable option for a quick transit. Whether you are heading to the city for business or visiting family, this drive offers a practical balance between rural landscapes and reaching a major suburban hub.

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

51.4 miles from Washington, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a varied driving experience, with about 46% of the route spent on highways. You will navigate via University Parkway, Lexington Road, and Washington Road, moving through different road types as you head toward Alpharetta. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 34.6 miles along University Parkway, which provides a steady rhythm before the road character shifts. The transition from the smaller roads to the more developed highway segments keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. Expect a mix of open stretches and local driving that keeps you engaged behind the wheel.

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

There are about 25 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 34.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 41.9 miles in near US 78.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 41.9 miles (US 78): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.3 miles (US 29; US 78; US 129; US 441; GA 8; GA 10 Loop; GA 15 / Inner Loop 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.2 miles (US 29; US 78; GA 8): 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.

41.9 mi into trip | ~51m in | US 78

Turn left onto US 78 toward US 129 South, US 441 South, US 29 South, GA 10 Loop South, US 78 West, GA 10 West

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, US 29 South,...

42.3 mi into trip | ~52m in | US 29; US 78; US 129; US 441; GA 8; GA 10 Loop; GA 15 / Inner Loop 10

Merge onto US 29; US 78; US 129; US 441; GA 8; GA 10 Loop; GA 15 / Inner Loop 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

48.2 mi into trip | ~59m in | US 29; US 78; GA 8

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8 toward US 29 South, US 78 West, GA 316 West: Atlanta, Monroe

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 1 Toward US 29 South, US 78 West, GA 316 West: At...

48.5 mi into trip | ~59m in | University Parkway

At end of road, turn left onto University Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

83.1 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in | US 29; GA 8

Take the exit onto US 29; GA 8 toward GA 120, US 29 South, GA 8 South: Duluth

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 120, US 29 South, GA 8 South: Duluth

Towns Along This Route

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

Monroe

48.2 mi in | ~59m | via US 29; US 78; GA 8

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
University Parkway	34.6 mi	42m
Lexington Road	21.8 mi	27m
Washington Road	9.3 mi	10m
US 29	8.7 mi	13m
Athens Road	8.4 mi	9m
Inner Loop 10	5.9 mi	6m
State Bridge Road	4.8 mi	8m
Old Milton Parkway	3.7 mi	6m

Longest stretch: University Parkway — 34.6 mi, about 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on US 78 BUS; GA 10 BUS; GA 47

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Robert Toombs Avenue

Turn right onto GA 44

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Mercer Street

At end of road, turn left onto US 78; GA 10

15 mi · 16 min · Lexington Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10

9.3 mi · 10 min · Washington Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

0.9 mi · 58 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

8.4 mi · 9 min · Athens Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10

5.8 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 78; GA 10

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Lexington Highway

Continue on US 78; GA 10

1.4 mi · 2 min · Lexington Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Oconee Street

Turn left onto US 78

0.4 mi · 29 sec · US 78

Toward US 129 South, US 441 South, US 29 South, GA 10 Loop South, US 78 West, GA 10 West

Merge onto US 29; US 78; US 129; US 441; GA 8; GA 10 Loop; GA 15

5.9 mi · 6 min · Inner Loop 10

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8

0.3 mi · 40 sec · US 29; US 78; GA 8

Exit 1 Toward US 29 South, US 78 West, GA 316 West: Atlanta, Monroe Use the straight / slight right lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto University Parkway

35 mi · 42 min · University Parkway

Use the left lane.

Take the exit onto US 29; GA 8

8.4 mi · 13 min · US 29; GA 8

Toward GA 120, US 29 South, GA 8 South: Duluth Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on 120

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Lawrenceville Street

Use the straight lane.

Enter roundabout onto McClure Bridge Road

222 ft · 6 sec · McClure Bridge Road

Continue on McClure Bridge Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · McClure Bridge Road

Continue on Howell Ferry Road

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Howell Ferry Road

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Pleasant Hill Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · Pleasant Hill Road

Use the right lane.

Continue on State Bridge Road

4.8 mi · 8 min · State Bridge Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 120

3.7 mi · 6 min · Old Milton Parkway

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Turn right onto GA 9

0.3 mi · 52 sec · South Main Street

Turn right onto Academy Street

139 ft · 3 sec · Academy Street

Arrive at destination

Academy Street

Trip Plan

Since the trip is only 2 hours and 16 minutes long, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You likely won't need any formal stops, but keeping the $16 fuel estimate in mind will help you plan your budget accordingly. Given the nature of the roads, try to avoid peak commuting hours when navigating the final stretch toward Alpharetta to ensure a smoother arrival. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prioritize filling up your tank before leaving Washington, as the varied road types may result in different fuel consumption rates compared to pure highway driving. Use the 102.8-mile distance to your advantage by enjoying the lack of required rest stops.

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 51.4 miles from Washington, GA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 51.4 miles or 1h 3m 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 44m

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 Washington, 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 Washington, GA

This is one driving day of about 102.8 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Washington, 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 34.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 51.4 mi from Washington, GA · 1h 3m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Acworth, GA

51 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

Acworth, GA

Fuel and coffee

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

Abbeville, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 51.4 miles from Washington, 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

$16.45 one way

$32.90 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$17.93	$35.85
premium	$4.78	$19.34	$38.68
diesel	$5.64	$22.84	$45.68

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: 36 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	30.8	$10.79	$4.93
Efficient EV	25.7	$9.00	$4.11
EV Truck/SUV	41.1	$14.39	$6.58

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (67% 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

Washington, GA

Evening in Washington on Sunday

Local time

5:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Alpharetta, GA

Evening in Alpharetta on Sunday

Local time

5:45 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

1 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 16m 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 Washington, GA to Alpharetta, GA covers 102.8 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are University Parkway, Lexington Road, Washington Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 51.4 miles from Washington, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.45 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 straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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

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Trip from Washington, GA to Alpharetta, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Alpharetta, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Washington, GA

Alpharetta, GA

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 16m on the road

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