Origin
Hephzibah, GA
Morning in Hephzibah on Sunday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hephzibah, GA to Roswell, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
173.6 mi
279 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
★
6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 43m
8 PM
3h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hephzibah, GA
Joshua Brown
Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
This 173.6-mile drive from Hephzibah to Roswell, Georgia, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. You'll primarily navigate the Carl Sanders Highway, Purple Heart Highway, and the Atlanta Bypass/The Perimeter. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, this trip through the Southeast offers a practical journey rather than a sprawling adventure. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local feel for much of the drive. Given its manageable duration, it's an ideal day trip for those looking to connect two points within Georgia without needing an overnight stay.
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
86.8 miles from Hephzibah, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Sanders Highway | 82.2 mi | 1h 28m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 46.6 mi | 50m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 17.8 mi | 20m |
| Bobby Jones Expressway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| Peach Orchard Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Georgia 88 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Roswell Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Carl Sanders Highway
— 82.2 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hephzibah, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on GA 88
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Georgia 88
2
Turn left onto US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Peach Orchard Road
3
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
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Nellie Drive
4
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Peach Orchard Road
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 520
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Bobby Jones Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 520
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
Bobby Jones Expressway
Toward I 20: Atlanta, Lexington
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 West: Atlanta
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Merge onto I 20
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 20
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 67B
Toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 285
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, Peachtree Dunwoody Road, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North, GA 400 South: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
16
Keep slight right at fork
2.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 6
Toward Northridge Road
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Dunwoody Place
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Dunwoody Place
Use the right lane.
21
Turn right onto GA 9
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Atlanta Street
24
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
With a relatively short 3-hour and 20-minute duration for this 173.6-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Consider leaving Hephzibah in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic on the Atlanta Bypass, especially as you near Roswell. The estimated fuel cost of $27 is quite reasonable, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Given the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route, plan for your single recommended stop to be around the halfway point or slightly beyond to break up the drive and refuel if necessary. A specific tip for this journey is to pay close attention to signage, particularly when transitioning between the Carl Sanders Highway and the Purple Heart Highway, as navigation can become more intricate.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.8 miles from Hephzibah, GA, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.2 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 38 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.8 miles or 1h 38m 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 38m
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 Hephzibah, 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 Hephzibah, GA
This is one driving day of about 173.6 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Hephzibah, 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 Carl Sanders Highway for about 82.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.8 miles from Hephzibah, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Carl Sanders Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.2 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 15.3 and 170 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
15.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 520 / Bobby Jones Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 520 / Bobby Jones Expressway toward I 20: Atlanta, Lexington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 20: Atlanta, Lexington
7
16 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 West: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 20 West: Atlanta
8
145.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
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 67B
Toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattano...
8
164.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahl...
8
170 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m 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
$27.15 one way
$54.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $29.68 | $59.37 |
| premium | $4.70 | $32.13 | $64.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.33 | $76.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.23 | $8.33 |
| Efficient EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.19 | $6.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.30 | $11.11 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Destination
Roswell, GA
Morning in Roswell on Sunday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Madison, GA
87 mi in
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
2 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
3h 20m 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?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this 173.6-mile route. While 6% of your journey involves highway travel, the majority will feel more akin to navigating county roads and state routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 82.2 miles along the Carl Sanders Highway. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be adjusting speed and direction more frequently than on a pure interstate cruise. The transition from the Carl Sanders Highway to the Purple Heart Highway and then the Atlanta Bypass will likely offer varied driving experiences, moving from more open stretches to potentially busier, more complex sections as you approach the metro Atlanta area.
Only 6% 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: 82.2 mi on Carl Sanders Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.3 miles in near I 520 / Bobby Jones Expressway.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 16 significant decision points across 173.6 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 15.3 miles (I 520 / Bobby Jones Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.3 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 Hephzibah, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Lexington, Chattanooga, Dahlonega and Atlanta.
Lexington
15.3 mi in
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~21m
|
via I 520
Chattanooga
145.3 mi in
|
~2h 41m
Dahlonega
163.6 mi in
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~3h 3m
Atlanta
163.6 mi in
|
~3h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 173.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 82.2 miles on Carl Sanders Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 15.3 miles (I 520 / Bobby Jones Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Roswell, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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