Origin
North Atlanta, GA
Late night in North Atlanta on Sunday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Atlanta, 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
25m
Distance
14 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Atlanta, GA
Kelly
Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from North Atlanta to Roswell, you are in for a quick 14-mile trek that typically takes about 25 minutes. This journey stays entirely within the Southeast region of Georgia, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. You will navigate a path primarily utilizing Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast, the Turner McDonald Parkway, and Roswell Road. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, this is a highly economical way to move between these two areas. Since the route requires zero planned stops, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Roswell Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Dunwoody Place | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Peachtree Road Northeast | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Atlanta Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Johnson Ferry Road Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
— 3.1 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Atlanta, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on GA 141
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Peachtree Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
2
Turn left onto Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
3
Turn slight left onto Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
474 ft
·
11 sec
·
Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
4
Continue on Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 285 West
Use the slight left lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
Toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
2.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 6
Toward Northridge Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Dunwoody Place
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Dunwoody Place
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto GA 9
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Atlanta Street
15
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 10.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 285 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 285 West
8
4.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward GA 400 North, GA 400 South, US 19 North:...
8
5 mi into trip
|
~9m 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...
7
10.1 mi into trip
|
~16m 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
10.3 mi into trip
|
~17m 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
$2.19 one way
$4.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.39 | $4.79 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.59 | $5.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Late night in Roswell on Sunday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
SW 10 mph
0% chance
Live 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
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
34 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
25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Only 22% of this 14-mile trip is spent on highways, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local surface streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch lasts just 3.1 miles while traveling along Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast. As you transition between these main roads, the character of the drive shifts from busy local corridors to the flow of the Turner McDonald Parkway. It is a practical, functional commute that keeps you engaged with frequent turns throughout the duration of the trip.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.1 mi on Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 4.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 14 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Atlanta, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Dahlonega and Atlanta.
Dahlonega
4.4 mi in
|
~9m
Atlanta
4.4 mi in
|
~9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 14 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.1 miles on Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast. 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 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5 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 Roswell, GA before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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