Roswell to Thomasville is 246.9 miles and takes about 5h 4m via I 75 and Fall Line Freeway, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, taking you from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or a necessary transit between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
123.4 miles from Roswell, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
64.8 mi
1h 11m
Fall Line Freeway
56.9 mi
1h
GA 33
27.8 mi
38m
Thigpen Trail
19.3 mi
26m
Larry Justice Highway
16.1 mi
17m
GA 202
15.6 mi
21m
South Isabella Street
9.8 mi
13m
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
6.8 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 64.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 137 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~5,342 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,272
Quietest
2 AM
~894 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roswell, GA and Thomasville, 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
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi·17 min·Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177Toward I 475 South: ValdostaUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
57 mi·1 hr·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 99Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, AlbanyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto GA 300
1.3 mi·1 min·Georgia-Florida Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward US 41: Cordele, Tifton
16
Keep slight left at fork
73 ft·2 sec
Toward US 41 South: Tifton
17
Turn left onto US 41; GA 7
1.0 mi·1 min·US 41; GA 7
18
Turn straight onto GA 33
26 mi·36 min·GA 33
19
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 33
1.4 mi·2 min·GA 33
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto East Pine Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·East Pine Street
21
Turn left onto GA 112
9.8 mi·13 min·South Isabella Street
22
Turn slight left
129 ft·4 sec
23
Turn left
328 ft·9 sec
24
Turn straight onto GA 112
2.3 mi·3 min·GA 112
25
Turn left onto Thigpen Trail
19 mi·26 min·Thigpen Trail
26
Continue on GA 202
16 mi·21 min·GA 202
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on County Line Road
2.7 mi·4 min·County Line Road
28
Continue on Glenwood Drive
1.6 mi·2 min·Glenwood Drive
29
At end of road, turn right onto East Jackson Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Jackson Street
30
Turn left onto South Crawford Street
506 ft·21 sec·South Crawford Street
Use the left lane.
31
Turn right onto Remington Avenue
382 ft·9 sec·Remington Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Remington Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour drive, consider departing Roswell early in the morning to avoid potential traffic and maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $41, and plan your refill accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or before transitioning to smaller roads. The longest stretch of 64.8 miles on I-75 means you can cover significant ground efficiently before needing to think about your next break.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 123.4 miles from Roswell, GA, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.8 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 54 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.4 miles or 2h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thomasville, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roswell, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Roswell, GA
This is one driving day of about 246.9 miles and 5h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Roswell, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 64.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 165.7 — 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.
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
90.8 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
8
163.8 mi into trip|~3h 6m in
Take the exit toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
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 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, A...
6
165.7 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 41 South: Tifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 41 South: Tifton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.45 one way
$72.90 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$40.06
$80.12
premium
$4.49
$43.66
$87.33
diesel
$4.80
$46.62
$93.24
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.1
0
$25.92
$11.85
Efficient EV
61.7
0
$21.60
$9.88
EV Truck/SUV
98.8
1
$34.57
$15.80
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Roswell, GA
Late night
in Roswell on Sunday
Local time
4:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 5 mph53% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 2:59PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:44PM EDT until July 17 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Destination
Thomasville, GA
Late night
in Thomasville on Sunday
Local time
4:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 5 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 2:59PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:44PM EDT until July 17 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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
2 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
5h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 102.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With 75% of this route on highways, expect long stretches of consistent cruising. You'll spend the longest segment, 64.8 miles, on I-75. The transition to surface roads like GA 33 will occur later in the drive, offering a change of pace from the interstate. The prevalence of highway driving means you'll likely notice frequent exit activity as you approach towns and cities.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fall Line Freeway. 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 Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 246.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (Northridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.8 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,082 ft275 ft
Total Climb
245 ft
Total Descent
1,047 ft
Highest Point
1,082 ft
Elevation Range
808 ft
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 Thomasville, GA, road signs point toward Albany and Tifton.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 4m. Total distance: 246.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.8 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 24 rest areas or service plazas 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 Thomasville, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (Northridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.8 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Thomasville, GA before the return drive.
