This 74.4-mile drive from Indian Springs to Roswell, Georgia, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 80% of it utilizing major thoroughfares like I-75 and Brookwood Avenue. With an estimated fuel cost of just $12, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a day excursion. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Georgia for the entire journey. Given its relatively short duration and straightforward path, it’s a convenient option for a quick trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.2 miles from Indian Springs, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
38 mi
45m
Brookwood Avenue
9.5 mi
14m
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7.1 mi
8m
Turner McDonald Parkway
5 mi
6m
US 23
4.5 mi
6m
Northeast Expressway
2.7 mi
3m
GA 42
1.8 mi
3m
Roswell Road
1.7 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 38 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Springs, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on GA 42
1.8 mi·3 min·GA 42
2
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
151 ft·2 sec·US 23; GA 87
3
Continue on US 23; GA 87
159 ft·2 sec·US 23; GA 87
4
Continue on US 23; GA 42
3.6 mi·5 min·US 23; GA 42
5
Continue on US 23; GA 16; GA 42
1.1 mi·2 min·East 3rd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 42
88 ft·2 sec·Brookwood Avenue
7
Continue on US 23; GA 42
9.4 mi·14 min·Brookwood Avenue
8
Continue on US 23; GA 42
0.9 mi·1 min·US 23; GA 42
9
Turn left onto Bill Gardner Parkway
0.6 mi·1 min·Bill Gardner Parkway
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·19 sec
Toward I 75 NorthUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
15 mi·16 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
23 mi·28 min·I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, BirminghamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.7 mi·3 min·Northeast Expressway
Exit 251BToward I 85 North: Greenville
14
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.
15
Continue on GA 400
5.0 mi·6 min·Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 6Toward Northridge RoadUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Dunwoody PlaceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi·2 min·Dunwoody Place
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto GA 9
1.7 mi·3 min·Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi·1 min·North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft·9 sec·North Atlanta Street
22
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 42-minute trip covering 74.4 miles, you can easily complete it in one day, so flexibility is key. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid any potential midday traffic, especially on the I-75 portion. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, plan your own brief breaks as needed, perhaps around the 38-mile mark on I-75. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is low at $12, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Tarrying in Indian Springs or planning your arrival in Roswell with ample time will make for a more relaxed experience.
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 37.2 miles from Indian Springs, GA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 16 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 51m 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 Roswell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Indian Springs, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Indian Springs, GA
This is one driving day of about 74.4 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Indian Springs, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 38 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 32.9 and 70.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
32.9 mi into trip|~45m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
6
55.7 mi into trip|~1h 13m 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
58.4 mi into trip|~1h 17m 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
70.4 mi into trip|~1h 33m 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
70.7 mi into trip|~1h 34m 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
$11.63 one way
$23.27 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$12.72
$25.44
premium
$4.70
$13.77
$27.54
diesel
$5.61
$16.43
$32.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.3
0
$7.81
$3.57
Efficient EV
18.6
0
$6.51
$2.98
EV Truck/SUV
29.8
0
$10.42
$4.76
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Indian Springs, GA
Morning
in Indian Springs on Tuesday
Local time
7:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Roswell, GA
Morning
in Roswell on Tuesday
Local time
7:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive 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 42m 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.
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 highway-focused drive for the majority of this 74.4-mile journey, with 80% of the route on major roads. You'll encounter a continuous stretch of 38 miles on I-75, offering a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, the route also incorporates sections of Brookwood Avenue and T Harvey Mathis Parkway, which may offer a slight change in scenery and traffic flow. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance without excessive stops.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Brookwood Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.9 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 32.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.7 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 58.4 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.
Between Indian Springs, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham and Cumming.
Birmingham
32.9 mi in|~45m|via I 75
Cumming
58.4 mi in|~1h 17m|via GA 400
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 74.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38 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 Roswell, 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 32.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.7 miles (I 85 / Northeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 58.4 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.
