Roswell, GA to Lovejoy, GA is 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 5m via Tara Boulevard and I-75, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip entirely within Georgia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from local roads to interstate highways. It’s a practical drive for getting between these areas without much fuss.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Tara Boulevard
10.6 mi
16m
I 75
7.6 mi
9m
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
6.8 mi
8m
Downtown Connector
5 mi
6m
Turner McDonald Parkway
4.6 mi
5m
North Atlanta Street
3.4 mi
6m
Northeast Expressway
2.9 mi
4m
James Wendell George Parkway
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Tara Boulevard
— 10.6 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell, GA and Lovejoy, GA.
1
Start on GA 9; GA 120
3.4 mi·6 min·North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn left onto Northridge Road
0.4 mi·53 sec·Northridge Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right
156 ft·8 sec
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·27 sec
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
5
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
4.6 mi·5 min·Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on GA 400
6.8 mi·8 min·T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 85
2.9 mi·4 min·Northeast Expressway
8
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi·6 min·Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi·3 min·James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
7.6 mi·9 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·58 sec
Exit 235Toward US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, JonesboroUse the slight right lane.
12
Continue on Tara Boulevard
11 mi·16 min·Tara Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
14
Turn left onto Lovejoy Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Lovejoy Road
15
Arrive at destination
Lovejoy Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 22.6 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 33.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.4 mi into trip|~6m in|Northridge Road
Turn left onto Northridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.8 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
5
4.2 mi into trip|~8m 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
26 mi into trip|~36m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.6 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, Jonesboro
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 235
Toward US 19, US 41, GA 3: Griffin, Jonesboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.07 one way
$14.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg16 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$7.73
$15.46
premium
$4.70
$8.37
$16.73
diesel
$5.61
$9.98
$19.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
13.6
0
$4.75
$2.17
Efficient EV
11.3
0
$3.96
$1.81
EV Truck/SUV
18.1
0
$6.33
$2.89
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Roswell, GA
Late night
in Roswell on Sunday
Local time
3:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Lovejoy, GA
Late night
in Lovejoy on Sunday
Local time
3:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
12 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 5m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive, with 54% of it on highways. You'll encounter about 10.6 miles on Tara Boulevard as a significant uninterrupted stretch. The drive will likely feel like a blend of suburban thoroughfares and interstate travel, gradually increasing in speed and efficiency as you merge onto I-75. Be prepared for the shift from surface streets to higher-speed highway driving.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on Tara Boulevard.
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 3.4 miles in near Northridge Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 3.4 miles (Northridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
On the drive from Roswell, GA to Lovejoy, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Jonesboro along the way.
Jonesboro
33.6 mi in|~45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.6 miles on Tara Boulevard. 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 Lovejoy, 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 3.4 miles (Northridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (US 19; GA 400 / Turner McDonald Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. 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 Lovejoy, GA before heading back.
