Traveling from Leesburg to Marietta covers 196.4 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 47 minutes. Since this is a straightforward highway-focused drive within Georgia, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $31 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating via GA 300, the Larry Justice Highway, and I-75 makes for a direct transit between these two Southeast locations. Because the duration is under four hours, you have the flexibility to complete the journey in one push without needing an overnight stay. It is an efficient route for those looking to reach the Marietta area reliably.
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
98.2 miles from Leesburg, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
129.4 mi
2h 23m
GA 300
22.8 mi
28m
Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi
17m
Main Street East
11.1 mi
15m
Horace E Tate Freeway
7.2 mi
8m
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
7 mi
8m
North Marietta Parkway
1.8 mi
3m
Church Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 129.4 mi, about 2h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg, GA and Marietta, GA.
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Start on this road
170 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto GA 32
11 mi·15 min·Main Street East
3
Turn left onto GA 300
23 mi·28 min·GA 300
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I-75 North: MaconUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
16 mi·17 min·Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156Toward I 475 North: AtlantaUse the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 75
49 mi·53 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
7.2 mi·8 min·Horace E Tate Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 75
7.0 mi·8 min·Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
Exit 265Toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto GA 120 ALT
1.8 mi·3 min·North Marietta Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn left onto Church Street
0.4 mi·59 sec·Church Street
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth trip, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the nearly four-hour drive. Leaving early in the morning can help you manage the long 129.4-mile stretch on I-75 before peak traffic congestion sets in. Given the $31 estimated fuel cost, check your levels before leaving Leesburg so you can focus on the road without worrying about mid-trip refueling. Since the entire route is designed for speed and directness, use your one planned stop to stretch your legs effectively. Monitoring traffic reports on I-75 before you depart is the best way to handle the highway-heavy nature of this specific route.
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 98.2 miles from Leesburg, GA, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.4 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 43 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.2 miles or 1h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
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 Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, GA
This is one driving day of about 196.4 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Leesburg, 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 I 75 for about 129.4 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 33.9 and 193.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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33.9 mi into trip|~44m in
Turn left toward I-75 North: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-75 North: Macon
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91.3 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
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156.7 mi into trip|~2h 57m 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
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179.5 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
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: Marietta, Chattanooga
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193.7 mi into trip|~3h 42m in
Take the exit toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: North Marietta Parkway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.71 one way
$61.43 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$33.58
$67.16
premium
$4.70
$36.35
$72.70
diesel
$5.61
$43.36
$86.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.9
0
$20.62
$9.43
Efficient EV
49.1
0
$17.19
$7.86
EV Truck/SUV
78.6
0
$27.50
$12.57
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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 15, 2026
Origin
Leesburg, GA
Late night
in Leesburg on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Marietta, GA
Late night
in Marietta on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Jackson, GA
98 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
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 47m 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...
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 94.8
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,...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
$5
near mile 189.6
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influenc...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its heavy reliance on high-speed transit, with 82% of your journey taking place on major highways. You will experience a significant 129.4-mile stretch on I-75, which acts as the core of your travel experience. Expect a consistent, fast-paced rhythm as you transition from the state highways onto the interstate system. While the initial segments involve regional roads like GA 300, the bulk of your time behind the wheel will be spent navigating the steady flow of heavy traffic common on major arterial roads. It is a functional, efficient drive rather than a winding scenic detour.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 129.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and GA 300. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 33.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 196.4 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 33.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.7 miles (I 75): 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 Leesburg, GA and Marietta, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham and Chattanooga.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 196.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 129.4 miles on I 75. 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 Marietta, 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 33.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Marietta, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
