Origin
Roswell, GA
Morning in Roswell on Tuesday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Roswell, GA to Demorest, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 30m
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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Demorest, GA
Giovani Nunes
Trip Overview
Roswell to Demorest is 69.1 miles and takes about 1h 33m via Turner McDonald Parkway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. The route is a mix of highway and surface roads, making for a varied driving experience. Given its short length and duration, it's a straightforward day trip, perfect for when you don't have much time but still want to get out on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.5 miles from Roswell, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 20.6 mi | 23m |
| Cornelia Highway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| Dawsonville Highway | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| Keith Bridge Road | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| Tommy Irwin Parkway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Jesse Jewell Parkway Southwest | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| US 441 Business | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Norcross Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Turner McDonald Parkway
— 20.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell, GA and Demorest, 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
21 mi
·
23 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 17
Toward GA 306: Gainesville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
87 ft
·
3 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto GA 306
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Keith Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto GA 53
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Dawsonville Highway
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on GA 53 Connector
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
John W Morrow Parkway
14
Turn left onto GA 60; GA 369
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Jesse Jewell Parkway Southwest
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 129; GA 369
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Jesse Jewell Parkway Northeast
16
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 23 North
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on US 23; GA 365
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Cornelia Highway
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on US 23; GA 365
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Tommy Irwin Parkway
19
Merge onto US 23; US 441; GA 15; GA 365
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 23; US 441; GA 15; GA 365
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 441 Bussines, GA 105, GA 382 North: Clarkesville, Demorest, Cornelia
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 441 Business; GA 105; GA 385
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 441 Business; GA 105; GA 385
22
Continue on US 441 Business; GA 385
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 441 Business; GA 385
23
Continue on US 441 Business; 385
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Central Avenue
24
Continue on US 441 Business; 385
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
441 Historic Highway
25
Arrive at destination
US 441 Business; 385
Trip Plan
For this 1h 33m drive, leaving anytime in the morning should give you plenty of time to reach Demorest without feeling rushed. Since the total distance is only 69.1 miles, you can easily make this a same-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical option. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition off the main highway sections, as services can become less frequent on the surface roads. There's no need to break this drive up, so focus on enjoying the changing scenery as you go.
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 34.5 miles from Roswell, GA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.6 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 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.5 miles or 46m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Demorest, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Roswell, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Roswell, GA
This is one driving day of about 69.1 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Roswell, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Turner McDonald Parkway for about 20.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.5 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 45.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
7
23.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward GA 306: Gainesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17
Toward GA 306: Gainesville
6
24 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
31.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
GA 53 / Dawsonville Highway
Turn right onto GA 53 / Dawsonville Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
45.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Turn left toward US 23 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 23 North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.81 one way
$21.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.82 | $23.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.79 | $25.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.26 | $30.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Demorest, GA
Morning in Demorest on Tuesday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Oakwood, GA
35 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
25 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
1h 33m 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 drive is about half highway, with 49% of the trip on limited-access roads. You'll experience a 20.6-mile stretch on Turner McDonald Parkway before transitioning to Cornelia Highway and Dawsonville Highway. Expect to see the highway eventually give way to more surface roads as you approach your destination. This transition means the driving environment will change from faster highway speeds to more local traffic conditions.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.6 mi on Turner McDonald Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.1 miles you will encounter 15 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 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Roswell, GA
Full guide →Roswell is a city in Metro Atlanta.
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 1h 33m. Total distance: 69.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.6 miles on Turner McDonald Parkway. 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 Demorest, 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 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Demorest, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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