This 67.7-mile drive from Chatsworth, GA to Marietta, GA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-75, with portions on South 3rd Avenue and Salacoa Avenue, it's a manageable journey that works well as a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, making it an economical choice for a quick excursion within the Southeast region. With no recommended stops, the focus is on efficient travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing to break up the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.9 miles from Chatsworth, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
26.1 mi
28m
South 3rd Avenue
23.4 mi
32m
Salacoa Avenue
15.3 mi
22m
Church Street Northwest
1.4 mi
3m
GA 5
0.7 mi
<1m
Canton Road Connector
0.3 mi
<1m
West Park Square
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Longest stretch:
I 75
— 26.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatsworth, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on this road
116 ft·12 sec·this road
2
Turn left
103 ft·8 sec
3
Turn right onto US 76; US 411; GA 61
23 mi·32 min·South 3rd Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
4
Continue on US 411; GA 61
15 mi·22 min·Salacoa Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South: AtlantaUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 75
26 mi·28 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto GA 5
0.7 mi·52 sec·GA 5
Exit 267BToward GA 5 Spur South: MariettaUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward Church Street, Marietta, SmyrnaUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto Canton Road Connector
0.3 mi·32 sec·Canton Road Connector
10
Continue on Church Street Northwest
0.4 mi·58 sec·Church Street Northwest
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto Church Street Northwest
487 ft·11 sec·Church Street Northwest
Use the slight left lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto Church Street Northwest
0.9 mi·2 min·Church Street Northwest
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 30-minute duration, this drive from Chatsworth to Marietta offers flexibility; you can depart whenever is most convenient. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, you can easily budget for the trip. Since there are no mandatory stops suggested, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps for a quick stretch or to grab a snack. When you transition off I-75 onto Salacoa Avenue, keep an eye out for changes in speed limits and local traffic patterns as you approach your final destination.
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 33.9 miles from Chatsworth, GA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.1 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.9 miles or 48m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marietta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chatsworth, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chatsworth, GA
This is one driving day of about 67.7 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Chatsworth, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 26.1 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 38.8 and 66.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
38.8 mi into trip|~55m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
7
65.2 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|GA 5
Take the exit onto GA 5 toward GA 5 Spur South: Marietta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 267B
Toward GA 5 Spur South: Marietta
8
65.8 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Church Street, Marietta, Smyrna
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Church Street, Marietta, Smyrna
6
66.8 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|Church Street Northwest
Keep slight left at fork onto Church Street Northwest
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
66.8 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|Church Street Northwest
Keep slight left at fork onto Church Street Northwest
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.59 one way
$21.17 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$11.58
$23.15
premium
$4.70
$12.53
$25.06
diesel
$5.61
$14.95
$29.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.3
0
$7.11
$3.25
Efficient EV
16.9
0
$5.92
$2.71
EV Truck/SUV
27.1
0
$9.48
$4.33
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Chatsworth, GA
Late night
in Chatsworth on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
SW 10 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 12:59PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 15 at 8:01PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Destination
Marietta, GA
Late night
in Marietta on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
W 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 12:59PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 15 at 8:01PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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
1 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 30m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
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,...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
$5
near mile 65.6
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 67.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll find this drive offers a mixed profile, with 39% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 26.1 miles on I-75, which will likely feel like a consistent, faster-paced section of your journey. While much of the travel will be on the interstate, expect to transition onto local roads like South 3rd Avenue and Salacoa Avenue, offering a change of pace and scenery as you get closer to Marietta. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway driving and more community-oriented stretches.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.8 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.2 miles (GA 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Marietta is a city of 61,000 people (2019) in Metro Atlanta. It is the fourth largest city in the state. Dobbins Air Reserve Base on the south side of town and a Lockheed Martin manufacturing plant are among the major industries in the city.
Top landmarks
•Marietta National Cemetery — veterans cemetery in Cobb County, Georgia, United States
•Aviation History & Technology Center — museum in Marietta, Georgia, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 67.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.1 miles on I 75. 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 Marietta, 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 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.2 miles (GA 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. 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 Marietta, GA before heading back.
