Origin
Rome, GA
Late night in Rome on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rome, 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
1h 25m
Distance
62.6 mi
101 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rome, GA
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Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
Rome, GA to Roswell, GA is 62.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 25 minutes via I 75 and GA 20, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within Georgia, traversing the Southeast region. Expect a drive that primarily utilizes major highways, making it a straightforward and efficient trip. With its relatively short distance and clear route, this drive is well-suited for a single-day excursion. Consider this trip when you need a direct and uncomplicated connection between these two Georgia locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 22.1 mi | 24m |
| GA 20 | 18.7 mi | 22m |
| Roswell Road | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| Joe Frank Harris Parkway Southeast | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| Turner McCall Boulevard | 2 mi | 3m |
| Marietta Highway | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Marietta Parkway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 22.1 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rome, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on US 27; GA 1; GA 20
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Turner McCall Boulevard
2
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 20
19 mi
·
22 min
·
GA 20
Toward US 411, GA 20: Cartersville, Atlanta
Use the slight left lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 411; GA 20
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 411; GA 20
Use the slight right lane.
4
Continue on US 41; US 411; GA 3; GA 20
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Joe Frank Harris Parkway Southeast
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn sharp left onto East Church Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Church Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto GA 113
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
8
Merge onto I 75
22 mi
·
24 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: Marietta, Roswell
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto GA 120 Alternate
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Marietta Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit onto GA 120 Alternate
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
GA 120 Alternate
Toward GA 3 Connector West, GA 120 East: Roswell, Marietta
Use the left / slight right lanes.
12
At end of road, turn straight onto GA 3 Connector
7.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Roswell Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on GA 120
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Marietta Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn left onto GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Atlanta Street
16
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Rome, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 52.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
GA 20
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 20 toward US 411, GA 20: Cartersville, Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 411, GA 20: Cartersville, Atlanta
6
20.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 411; GA 20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 411; GA 20
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
26.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
East Church Street
Turn sharp left onto East Church Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward GA 120 Alternate: Marietta, Roswell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward GA 120 Alternate: Marietta, Roswell
7
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
GA 120 Alternate
Take the exit onto GA 120 Alternate toward GA 3 Connector West, GA 120 East: Roswell, Marietta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / slight right lanes.
Toward GA 3 Connector West, GA 120 East: Roswel...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.79 one way
$19.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.70 | $21.41 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.59 | $23.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.48 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.76 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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 25m 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?
This route is largely highway-focused, with 77% of the drive taking place on major roadways. You'll experience stretches of comfortable interstate driving, including a continuous segment of 22.1 miles on I 75. As you progress, the route transitions to include portions of GA 20 and Roswell Road, offering a slight shift in scenery and pace from the interstate. While not an intensely technical drive, the mix of highway and arterial roads provides a consistent, flowing experience for most of the journey.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and GA 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near GA 20.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 2 miles (GA 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles (US 411; GA 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (East Church Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Rome, GA to Roswell, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Marietta along the way.
Marietta
52.4 mi in
|
~1h 7m
|
via GA 120 Alternate
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 62.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 2 miles (GA 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles (US 411; GA 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (East Church Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
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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