Origin
California, GA
Late night in California on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from California, GA to Carrollton, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
38.8 mi
62 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
California, GA
Lesli Whitecotton
Carrollton, GA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Georgia, the 38.8-mile trek from California to Carrollton is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 54 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate primarily via the Charles Hardy Parkway, Marietta Highway, and Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway. Because the entire journey remains within the Southeast region, you won't need to worry about major shifts in geography or climate. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, this route is as economical as it is efficient. It serves as a practical connection for those looking to reach their destination without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Rica Highway | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| Carrollton Street | 9.5 mi | 13m |
| Tom Murphy Freeway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Jimmy Campbell Parkway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Park Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Charles Hardy Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Marietta Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Dallas Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Villa Rica Highway
— 11.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between California, GA and Carrollton, GA.
1
Start on GA 92
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Hiram Acworth Highway
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn left onto GA 120
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Charles Hardy Parkway
3
Continue on GA 120; GA 360
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Marietta Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 278; GA 6; GA 120
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Continue on US 278; GA 6; GA 120
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Jimmy Campbell Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
518 ft
·
15 sec
Toward Villa Rica
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto GA 61
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Nathan Dean Boulevard
8
Continue on GA 61
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Villa Rica Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on GA 61
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Dallas Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto Punkintown Road
110 ft
·
1 sec
·
Punkintown Road
11
Continue on Punkintown Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Punkintown Road
12
Continue on Mirror Lake Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Mirror Lake Boulevard
13
Continue on Liberty Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Liberty Road
Use the right lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 20 West: Birmingham
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto I 20
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Tom Murphy Freeway
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 19
Toward GA 113: Temple, Carrollton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left
134 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Temple Industrial Park, Carrollton, Georgia Agritourism, Red Land Nursery
18
Turn left onto GA 113
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Carrollton Street
Use the straight lane.
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Park Street
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto Alabama Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Alabama Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn sharp right onto Maple Street
232 ft
·
9 sec
·
Maple Street
22
Turn right
117 ft
·
10 sec
23
Turn right
142 ft
·
10 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from California, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 38.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward Villa Rica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Villa Rica
7
20.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the ramp toward I 20 West: Birmingham
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 20 West: Birmingham
8
27.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward GA 113: Temple, Carrollton
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 19
Toward GA 113: Temple, Carrollton
6
37.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 27; GA 1 / North Park Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1 / North Park Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
38.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Alabama Street
Turn left onto Alabama Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.63 | $13.27 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.18 | $14.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.57 | $17.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Carrollton, GA
Late night in Carrollton on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
54m 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?
Forget the monotony of long-haul interstates; this route features zero highway miles, offering a turn-heavy local driving experience instead. You should be prepared for frequent adjustments behind the wheel as you transition between the Charles Hardy Parkway, Marietta Highway, and Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway. The road's personality is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention as you move through these connecting corridors. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, the drive keeps you engaged with its constant pace. It is a functional, technical drive that moves you directly through the local landscape rather than bypassing it.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.5 mi on Villa Rica Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.8 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between California, GA and Carrollton, GA, road signs point toward Villa Rica, Temple Industrial Park, Georgia Agritourism and Red Land Nursery.
Villa Rica
5.8 mi in
|
~8m
Temple Industrial Park
27.6 mi in
|
~38m
Georgia Agritourism
27.6 mi in
|
~38m
Red Land Nursery
27.6 mi in
|
~38m
About the Cities
Starting in California, GA
Full guide →One of the most diverse states in the Union, California has a culture ranging from the easygoing surf spots on the beaches of Southern California to the glamor of Hollywood, and the counterculture and thriving businesses of the Bay Area. The state, which is on the west coast of the U.S., also varies greatly in natural beauty, from redwood forests on the North Coast to the ski resorts of the rugged Sierra Nevada mountains and the harsh desert of Death Valley. The largest state in the U.S. by population and the third largest by area, California boasts world-famous attractions and sights: Disneyland, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Napa Valley wine country, and the tallest mountain in the contiguous United States, Mount Whitney.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 38.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.5 miles on Villa Rica Highway. 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 Carrollton, 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: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Carrollton, 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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