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Trip from Roswell, GA to Rydal, 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 1m

Distance

46.9 mi

75 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 57m ★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Fulton County, Georgia, United States

Roswell, GA

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Downtown Rydal, GA, GA

Rydal, GA

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Trip Overview

This 46.9-mile drive from Roswell, GA to Rydal, GA takes about 1 hour and 1 minute, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway and Roswell Road, with about 18% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, and with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to explore as you go. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward journey through familiar territory. Its turn-heavy local drive profile means you'll be navigating various roads, so keep your attention focused.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway 27.8 mi 31m
Roswell Road 7.1 mi 12m
US 411 7 mi 10m
Marietta Highway 2 mi 3m
North Marietta Parkway 1.2 mi 1m
North Atlanta Street 0.6 mi 1m
GA 120 Alternate 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Larry McDonald Memorial Highway — 27.8 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Roswell, GA and Rydal, GA.

1

Start on GA 9; GA 120

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2

Turn right onto GA 120

2.0 mi · 3 min · Marietta Highway
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on GA 120

7.1 mi · 12 min · Roswell Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Continue on GA 120 Alternate

0.3 mi · 19 sec · GA 120 Alternate
Use the slight right lane.
5

Continue on GA 120 ALT

1.2 mi · 1 min · North Marietta Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 75

2.7 mi · 3 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

25 mi · 27 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 293 Toward US 411: Chatsworth, White Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork

289 ft · 7 sec
Toward US 411 North: Chatsworth Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto US 411; GA 61

1.6 mi · 2 min · US 411; GA 61
Use the straight lane.
12

Continue on US 411; GA 61

2.2 mi · 3 min · US 411; GA 61
Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto US 411; GA 61

3.3 mi · 4 min · US 411; GA 61
Use the straight lane.
14

Arrive at destination

US 411; GA 61

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Marietta, GA

23 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

Marietta, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Acworth, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 23.4 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 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 11.2 and 43.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
11.2 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 75 North: Chattanooga

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga
8
14.3 mi into trip | ~23m in | I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway...
8
39.5 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward US 411: Chatsworth, White

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 293 Toward US 411: Chatsworth, White
7
39.8 mi into trip | ~51m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 411 North: Chatsworth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 411 North: Chatsworth
6
43.6 mi into trip | ~57m in | US 411; GA 61

Keep slight left at fork onto US 411; GA 61

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.33 one way

$14.67 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $8.02 $16.04
premium $4.70 $8.68 $17.36
diesel $5.61 $10.35 $20.71

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 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 14.1 0 $4.92 $2.25
Efficient EV 11.7 0 $4.10 $1.88
EV Truck/SUV 18.8 0 $6.57 $3.00

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 16, 2026

Origin

Roswell, GA

Night in Roswell on Saturday

Local time

10:48 PM

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

Destination

Rydal, GA

Night in Rydal on Saturday

Local time

10:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°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

31 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 1m 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 on this route, rather than a monotonous highway cruise. While only 18% of the journey is on highways, you'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 27.8 miles on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. The roads will likely change character as you progress, transitioning between local streets and potentially some faster segments. This dynamic profile means you'll be actively engaged with the driving, navigating various road types and turns throughout the 1 hour and 1 minute trip.

Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.8 mi on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway.

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 11.2 miles in.

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 46.9 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: at 11.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Roswell, GA and Rydal, GA, road signs point toward Kennesaw and White.

Kennesaw

14.3 mi in | ~23m | via I 75

White

39.5 mi in | ~50m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 46.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 1m 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 27.8 miles on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. 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 Rydal, 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 11.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Rydal, 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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