Road Trips from Alpharetta, GA
Looking for a weekend escape from Alpharetta? You've got options for quick drives to nearby towns or longer hauls to the coast. Many of these routes offer access to parks like the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, making them great for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you want a short, 30-minute trip to Johns Creek or a longer journey that takes about 5 hours to reach Savannah, there's a drive to fit your schedule. Most trips are under 3 hours, with mostly flat terrain and a good drive score, so you can focus on enjoying the ride.
Total Routes
33
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
27
Under 2 hours
25 total in this range
Carrollton, GA
1h 29m72 mi one way
This 1.5-hour drive to Carrollton features a mixed terrain profile and a solid drive score of 9. It's a good option if you want to get out of the city without a super long trip. You'll have access to parks nearby, similar to other routes, but it's a longer drive than Johns Creek.
Temple, GA
1h 15m62.3 mi one way
A 1.3-hour drive with a highway-focused profile and a drive score of 9, this route to Temple, GA is efficient. It's shorter than the drive to Carrollton and offers similar park access. The terrain is mostly flat, making for a straightforward journey.
Athens, GA
1h 28m61.8 mi one way
This 1.5-hour highway-focused drive to Athens scores a 9 for its driving experience. If you're looking for a trip similar in length to Carrollton but with a more direct highway route, Athens is a good choice. It also provides access to nearby parks.
Johns Creek, GA
18m9.2 mi one way
The shortest option at just 9.2 miles and 30 minutes, this drive to Johns Creek is perfect for a quick getaway. Its mixed highway and surface profile offers a bit of variety, and it boasts a good drive score of 8. You'll still have access to parks.
Gainesville, GA
52m37.5 mi one way
At 37.5 miles and under an hour, this Gainesville drive is a solid choice for a half-day trip. Its mixed terrain and drive score of 8 make it an enjoyable ride. It's longer than the Johns Creek option but much shorter than heading to the coast.
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
7 total in this range
Thomasville, GA
5h 7m251.1 mi one way
Savannah, GA
5h 7m274.2 mi one way
The longest trip at 5.1 hours and 274.2 miles, this Savannah drive is a highway-focused option. It's the best pick if you're aiming for a significant journey and want to experience a different part of Georgia. You'll have park access along the way, including Ocmulgee Mounds.
Baxley, GA
4h 37m229 mi one way
This 4.6-hour drive to Baxley, GA, is a highway-focused route covering 229 miles. It's a substantial trip, shorter than Savannah but still a good distance for a dedicated road trip. You'll pass by Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.
Glennville, GA
4h 43m240.9 mi one way
At 4.7 hours and 240.9 miles, this Glennville drive is a highway-focused option. It’s similar in length to the Baxley trip and offers access to several parks, including Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
Whitemarsh Island, GA
5h 21m281.3 mi one way
This 5.4-hour drive to Whitemarsh Island is the longest option, covering 281.3 miles with a highway-focused profile. If you're looking for the ultimate coastal escape from Alpharetta, this is your route, offering extensive driving time.
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Carrollton, GA
1h 29m72 mi one way
Temple, GA
1h 15m62.3 mi one way
Athens, GA
1h 28m61.8 mi one way
Thomasville, GA
5h 7m251.1 mi one way
Savannah, GA
5h 7m274.2 mi one way
Atlanta, GA
35m26.2 mi one way
Marietta, GA
34m19.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With parks like Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area nearby, spring offers pleasant weather for these drives. The mostly flat terrain makes for easy exploration.
Summer
Longer drives to coastal areas like Savannah are feasible in summer. The highway-focused routes are efficient for covering distance in warmer months.
Fall
Autumn foliage might enhance the mixed terrain drives. The drive scores suggest enjoyable conditions for exploring routes with parks.
Winter
Winter offers clear driving conditions for these Georgia routes. Shorter trips to destinations like Johns Creek are ideal for cooler weather.
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