Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
34.9 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Braselton, GA
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If you are planning a quick excursion from Alpharetta to Braselton, you can expect a straightforward 34.9-mile journey that typically takes about 52 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, as the proximity of these two Southeast locations makes an overnight stay unnecessary. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this path involves a combination of local roads like McGinnis Ferry Road and Old Milton Parkway before transitioning onto I-85. It is a highly efficient route, ideal for travelers who prefer a direct connection between these Georgia communities.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 17.4 mi | 18m |
| McGinnis Ferry Road | 7.8 mi | 13m |
| Old Milton Parkway | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Sargent Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Kimball Bridge Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Northolt Parkway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Green Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Jones Bridge Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta, GA and Braselton, GA.
Start on Academy Street
Turn left onto GA 9
Turn left onto GA 120
Take the exit
Turn left onto GA 120
Continue on GA 120
Turn left onto Jones Bridge Road
Turn right onto Sargent Road
Enter roundabout onto Sargent Road
Continue on Sargent Road
Continue on Sargent Road
Enter roundabout onto Sargent Road
Continue on Sargent Road
Turn right onto McGinnis Ferry Road
Continue on McGinnis Ferry Road
Turn left onto Northolt Parkway
Turn right onto GA 317
Turn left
Merge onto I 85
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85
Take the exit
Turn right onto GA 53
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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.
A short stop after about 34.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.5 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto GA 9 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward I 85 North: Suwanee
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 85 toward I 85 North: Gainesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward GA 53: Braselton, Hoschton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.46 one way
$10.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.97 | $11.93 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.46 | $12.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Alpharetta on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Braselton on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is a highway-focused experience, with 63% of your time spent cruising on major thoroughfares. You will navigate local surface streets initially, but the character of the road shifts significantly once you merge onto I-85. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 17.4-mile segment on the interstate, which dictates the overall pace of the trip. Expect a transition from the suburban feel of Alpharetta’s local roads to a faster, more consistent interstate flow. It is a functional drive designed for speed and reliability rather than winding, leisure-focused scenery.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and McGinnis Ferry Road. 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.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 34.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 34.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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