Origin
Alpharetta, GA
Night in Alpharetta on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alpharetta, GA to Bonanza, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
47.1 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpharetta, GA
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Bonanza, GA
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Trip Overview
Alpharetta to Bonanza is 47.1 miles and takes about 1h 5m via Turner McDonald Parkway and Tara Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Georgia, taking you from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on main roads, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick transition between locations. Consider this trip for its simplicity and ease of navigation, especially if you're already familiar with the area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 11 mi | 13m |
| Tara Boulevard | 8.5 mi | 13m |
| I 75 | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| Downtown Connector | 5 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| James Wendell George Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Haynes Bridge Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Turner McDonald Parkway
— 11 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta, GA and Bonanza, GA.
1
Start on Academy Street
139 ft
·
11 sec
·
Academy Street
2
Turn left onto GA 9
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto GA 120
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Old Milton Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Haynes Bridge Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on GA 400
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 85
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast Expressway
9
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 235
Toward US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, Jonesboro
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on Tara Boulevard
8.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Tara Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto Flicker Road
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Flicker Road
15
Turn left onto Thrasher Road
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Thrasher Road
16
Turn left onto Woodcock Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Woodcock Street
17
Arrive at destination
Woodcock Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Alpharetta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 9 / South Main Street
Turn left onto GA 9 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway
Merge onto US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
30.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 235
Toward US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, Jonesboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.37 one way
$14.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.05 | $16.11 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.72 | $17.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.40 | $20.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (63% 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
Bonanza, GA
Night in Bonanza on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
27 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 5m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with about 66% of the journey on major roads. You'll experience stretches on Turner McDonald Parkway, Tara Boulevard, and I-75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11 miles on Turner McDonald Parkway. Expect a mix of faster-paced driving on these main arteries, with the character of the route shifting as you transition between these different roadways. It's a drive that prioritizes directness over scenic detours.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11 mi on Turner McDonald Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Turner McDonald Parkway and Tara Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 9 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.1 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 (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles (US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Alpharetta, GA to Bonanza, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Jonesboro along the way.
Jonesboro
37.8 mi in
|
~48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11 miles on Turner McDonald Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bonanza, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles (US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bonanza, GA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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