This 82-mile drive from Hogansville, GA to Alpharetta, GA is a straightforward, one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes. The route primarily utilizes Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, Turner McDonald Parkway, and T Harvey Mathis Parkway. With a manageable fuel cost estimated at $13, this journey is ideal for a single day of travel. You'll be staying within the Southeast region throughout your entire trip, making for a consistent travel experience. It's a practical option for anyone looking to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41 miles from Hogansville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
50.8 mi
56m
Turner McDonald Parkway
11 mi
13m
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7.1 mi
8m
Downtown Connector
5.1 mi
6m
West Main Street
3 mi
5m
Northeast Expressway
2.7 mi
3m
Haynes Bridge Road
1.3 mi
2m
South Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 50.8 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hogansville, GA and Alpharetta, GA.
1
Start on GA 54
3.0 mi·5 min·West Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
3
Merge onto I 85
51 mi·56 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.1 mi·6 min·Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.7 mi·3 min·Northeast Expressway
Exit 251BToward I 85 North: Greenville
6
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.
7
Continue on GA 400
11 mi·13 min·Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 9Toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Haynes Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto GA 120
0.2 mi·21 sec·Old Milton Parkway
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto GA 9
0.3 mi·52 sec·South Main Street
12
Turn right onto Academy Street
139 ft·3 sec·Academy Street
13
Arrive at destination
Academy Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this trip is best tackled as a single day's drive. You can leave at your leisure, but consider departing mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour congestion in the Atlanta metro area as you approach Alpharetta. With no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed for brief breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking, as the estimated $13 fuel cost suggests a moderate consumption rate for the 82 miles.
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 miles from Hogansville, GA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.8 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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alpharetta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hogansville, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hogansville, GA
This is one driving day of about 82 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hogansville, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for about 50.8 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 79.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Navigation decision point
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
5
3.3 mi into trip|~6m in|I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 9m 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
61.9 mi into trip|~1h 13m 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
8
79.9 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
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 9
Toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.82 one way
$25.65 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.02
$28.04
premium
$4.70
$15.18
$30.35
diesel
$5.61
$18.10
$36.21
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: 28.7 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
24.6
0
$8.61
$3.94
Efficient EV
20.5
0
$7.18
$3.28
EV Truck/SUV
32.8
0
$11.48
$5.25
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hogansville, GA
Late night
in Hogansville on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Alpharetta, GA
Late night
in Alpharetta on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
3 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 39m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 82-mile stretch. While 26% of the route is on highways, the majority involves navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 50.8 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you transition back to a more varied driving experience. This route isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a dynamic journey with frequent changes in road type and direction.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.8 mi on Pearl Harbor Memorial 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 82 miles you will encounter 8 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 3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Hogansville, GA to Alpharetta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
Cumming
61.9 mi in|~1h 13m|via GA 400
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 82 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.8 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial 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 Alpharetta, 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 3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Alpharetta, GA before heading back.
