Origin
Roswell, GA
Afternoon in Roswell on Saturday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roswell, GA to Dawsonville, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 5, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
39.1 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roswell, GA
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Dawsonville, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Roswell, GA to Dawsonville, GA covers 39.1 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Turner McDonald Parkway, GA 53, US 19 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.2 miles on Turner McDonald Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 27.2 mi | 31m |
| GA 53 | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| US 19 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Norcross Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Holcomb Bridge Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Warsaw Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Alpharetta Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| GA 9 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Turner McDonald Parkway
— 27.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell, GA and Dawsonville, GA.
1
Start on GA 9; GA 120
19 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Atlanta Street
2
Turn right onto GA 9; GA 120
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Alpharetta Highway
3
Turn right onto Norcross Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Norcross Street
4
Enter roundabout onto Warsaw Road
125 ft
·
3 sec
·
Warsaw Road
5
Continue on Warsaw Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Warsaw Road
6
Turn right onto GA 140
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
Use the left / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 19; GA 400
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 19; GA 400
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward GA 53 West: Dawsonville
Use the slight left lane.
11
Turn left onto GA 53
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
GA 53
Use the left lane.
12
Turn sharp left onto GA 9; GA 53
156 ft
·
5 sec
·
GA 9; GA 53
13
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 53
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Roswell, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 9; GA 120 / Alpharetta Highway
Turn right onto GA 9; GA 120 / Alpharetta Highway
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Warsaw Road
Enter roundabout onto Warsaw Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward US 19 North, GA 400 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 19 North, GA 400 North
5
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway
Merge onto US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
32.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward GA 53 West: Dawsonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward GA 53 West: Dawsonville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.99 one way
$11.98 round trip
$3.89/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.27 | $6.57 | $13.15 |
| premium | $4.64 | $7.14 | $14.28 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Dawsonville, GA
Afternoon in Dawsonville on Saturday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
52m 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?
39.1 mi in 52m, mostly highway — 27.2 mi of that is on Turner McDonald Parkway.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.2 mi on Turner McDonald Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Turner McDonald Parkway and GA 53. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 9; GA 120 / Alpharetta Highway.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 39.1 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (GA 9; GA 120 / Alpharetta Highway): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Warsaw Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,371 ft
1,017 ft
Total Climb
482 ft
Total Descent
193 ft
Highest Point
1,371 ft
~39.1 mi in
Elevation Range
354 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Roswell, GA
Full guide →Founded 1854
Roswell is a city in Metro Atlanta.
Top landmarks
- • Barrington Hall — building in Roswell, Georgia, USA
- • Archibald Smith Plantation Home — historic house in Roswell, Georgia
- • Bulloch Hall — historic home in Roswell, Georgia, United States of America
Arriving in Dawsonville, GA
Full guide →Dawsonville is a city in Georgia's Historic High Country.
Top landmarks
- • Dawson County Jail — prison in Dawsonville, United States of America
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 39.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.2 miles on Turner McDonald Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (GA 9; GA 120 / Alpharetta Highway): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Warsaw Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles: 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 Dawsonville, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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