This 113.8-mile drive from Butler, GA to Roswell, GA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The route primarily utilizes US 19 and I-75, with about 65% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this is an economical choice for a quick excursion. The drive offers a straightforward path through Georgia's Southeast region, making it a convenient option for those looking for a direct connection between these two points without needing an overnight stay. You can expect a smooth, highway-focused experience for most of the way.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.9 miles from Butler, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 19
44.1 mi
1h 1m
North Church Street
15.2 mi
22m
I 75
14.8 mi
18m
North Poplar Street
11.3 mi
13m
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7.1 mi
8m
Turner McDonald Parkway
5 mi
6m
Zebulon Road
4.6 mi
6m
Griffin Street
3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 19
— 44.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Butler, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on US 19; GA 3
0.9 mi·1 min·South Broad Street
2
Merge onto US 19; GA 3
11 mi·13 min·North Poplar Street
3
Continue on US 19; US 80; GA 3; GA 22
2.1 mi·2 min·US 19; US 80; GA 3; GA 22
4
Continue on US 19; GA 3
14 mi·18 min·US 19; GA 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto US 19; GA 3
0.5 mi·54 sec·North Church Street
6
Turn slight right
179 ft·20 sec
7
Turn left
167 ft·12 sec
8
Merge onto US 19; GA 3
15 mi·21 min·North Church Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 19; GA 3
3.0 mi·4 min·Griffin Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on US 19; GA 3
4.6 mi·6 min·Zebulon Road
11
Turn left onto US 19; US 41; GA 3
12 mi·17 min·US 19; US 41; GA 3
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 19; US 41; GA 3
3.1 mi·4 min·US 19; US 41; GA 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 19; US 41; GA 3
13 mi·19 min·US 19; US 41; GA 3
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Tara Boulevard
0.4 mi·47 sec·Tara Boulevard
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 NorthUse the straight lane.
16
Merge onto I 75
15 mi·18 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.7 mi·3 min·Northeast Expressway
Exit 251BToward I 85 North: Greenville
18
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400
7.1 mi·8 min·T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Exit 87Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, CummingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on GA 400
5.0 mi·6 min·Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the right lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 6Toward Northridge RoadUse the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Dunwoody PlaceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn right onto Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi·2 min·Dunwoody Place
Use the right lane.
23
Turn right onto GA 9
1.7 mi·3 min·Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
24
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi·1 min·North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft·9 sec·North Atlanta Street
26
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes, this drive is best suited for a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to factor in just one planned stop, as the longest stretch is manageable at 44.1 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $18, and plan your refueling accordingly. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive at your destination with ample time for activities. A specific tip for this route: be aware that you'll transition between the more open feel of US 19 and the faster pace of I-75, so adjust your driving accordingly.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 56.9 miles from Butler, GA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 25 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.9 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roswell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Butler, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Butler, GA
This is one driving day of about 113.8 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Butler, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 19 for about 44.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 79.7 and 110.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
79.7 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North
6
95.2 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|I 85 / Northeast Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 / Northeast Expressway toward I 85 North: Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 251B
Toward I 85 North: Greenville
9
97.8 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
7
109.9 mi into trip|~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward Northridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Northridge Road
8
110.2 mi into trip|~2h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Dunwoody Place
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Dunwoody Place
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.80 one way
$35.59 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$19.46
$38.92
premium
$4.70
$21.06
$42.12
diesel
$5.61
$25.13
$50.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.1
0
$11.95
$5.46
Efficient EV
28.5
0
$9.96
$4.55
EV Truck/SUV
45.5
0
$15.93
$7.28
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Butler, GA
Late night
in Butler on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Roswell, GA
Late night
in Roswell on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
20 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 40m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The personality of this drive is largely highway-focused, with 65% of the mileage spent on faster roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US 19 and I-75, encountering limited-access highways for much of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 44.1 miles, likely on US 19, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While primarily a highway experience, the initial and final segments may involve navigating local roads like North Church Street, providing a brief shift in pace before rejoining the main thoroughfares.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.1 mi on US 19.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 19 and North Church Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 79.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 113.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.2 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 97.8 miles (GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Butler, GA to Roswell, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
Cumming
97.8 mi in|~2h 15m|via GA 400
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 113.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.1 miles on US 19. 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 Roswell, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.2 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 97.8 miles (GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Roswell, GA before heading back.
