Origin
Alpharetta, GA
Morning in Alpharetta on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alpharetta, GA to Summerville, 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 56m
Distance
83.4 mi
134 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 51m
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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Summerville, GA
Joshua Brown
Trip Overview
Alpharetta to Summerville is 83.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 56 minutes via I 75 and Martha Berry Highway, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a mixed drive that offers a blend of highway speeds and more local road navigation. With a travel time under two hours, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace and easy return or onward journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.7 miles from Alpharetta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 28 mi | 30m |
| Martha Berry Highway | 13.3 mi | 17m |
| Highway 92 | 10.6 mi | 18m |
| Turkey Mountain Road Northeast | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| Adairsville Highway | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| Alabama Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Adairsville Road Northeast | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| East Crossville Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 28 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta, GA and Summerville, GA.
1
Start on Academy Street
139 ft
·
11 sec
·
Academy Street
2
Turn left onto GA 9
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Alpharetta Highway
4
Turn right onto GA 140
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mansell Road
5
Turn right onto GA 92
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Crossville Road
6
Continue on GA 92
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Woodstock Road
7
Continue on GA 92
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Highway 92
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on GA 92
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Alabama Road
9
Continue on GA 92
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherokee Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 306
Toward GA 140: Adairsville, Summerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on GA 140
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Adairsville Highway
Use the slight left lane.
14
Turn slight left
465 ft
·
9 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Continue on GA 140
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Adairsville Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Continue on GA 140
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Adairsville Road Northeast
17
Continue on GA 140
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Turkey Mountain Road Northeast
18
Turn right onto US 27; GA 1
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn slight right onto East Washington Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Washington Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Washington Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour 56 minute duration, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best, perhaps aiming for mid-morning to avoid early rush hour. Fuel costs are estimated at $13, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Alpharetta. While there are no designated stops in the data, consider a brief pause around the halfway point if needed, especially since the longest stretch on I 75 is 28 miles. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition off the main highways onto Martha Berry Highway and Highway 92 to ensure you stay on track for Summerville.
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 41.7 miles from Alpharetta, GA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28 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 18 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 59m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerville, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Alpharetta, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alpharetta, GA
This is one driving day of about 83.4 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Alpharetta, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 28 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.7 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.3 — 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.
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Chattanooga
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga
5
25 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward GA 140: Adairsville, Summerville
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 306
Toward GA 140: Adairsville, Summerville
4
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
US 27; GA 1 / Martha Berry Highway
Turn right onto US 27; GA 1 / Martha Berry Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.04 one way
$26.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.26 | $28.52 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.44 | $30.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.41 | $36.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25 | 0 | $8.76 | $4.00 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.68 | $5.34 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Summerville, GA
Morning in Summerville on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
25 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 56m 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 drive features a 46% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads like I 75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28 miles on I 75, providing a solid period of consistent cruising. As you transition from the interstate, the route incorporates Martha Berry Highway and Highway 92, introducing a more varied driving experience. This mix means you'll get a taste of both efficient highway travel and slightly more engaging local road conditions.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 early in the drive near GA 9 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 56m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 25 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 83.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 24.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 25 miles (I 75): 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 Summerville, 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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