Origin
Russell, GA
Late night in Russell on Tuesday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russell, GA to Roswell, 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 7m
Distance
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russell, GA
Piotr Kowalonek
Roswell, GA
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Trip Overview
This 47.5-mile drive from Russell, GA to Roswell, GA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 7 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day adventure, with no need to consider overnight stays. The route focuses heavily on highway driving, making up 61% of the journey, and is estimated to cost around $7 in fuel. Traveling within the Southeast region, this drive offers a practical way to get from point A to point B without significant detours or complexities. Consider this a no-fuss option for your travel plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Parkway | 22.6 mi | 28m |
| Holcomb Bridge Road | 7.9 mi | 14m |
| I 85 | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Jimmy Carter Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Monroe Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Norcross Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Warsaw Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Atlanta Highway Southeast | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 22.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell, GA and Roswell, GA.
1
Start on this road
236 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Midland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Midland Avenue
3
Turn left onto Russell Cemetery Road
414 ft
·
20 sec
·
Russell Cemetery Road
4
Turn right onto GA 8; GA 53
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Atlanta Highway Southeast
5
Continue on GA 8; GA 53
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
May Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn sharp left onto GA 11
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Monroe Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on GA 11
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Christmas Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
9
Merge onto US 29; GA 316
23 mi
·
28 min
·
University Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 85 South: Atlanta
11
Merge onto I 85
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 85
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 99
Toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
279 ft
·
6 sec
Toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto GA 140
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on GA 140
7.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Holcomb Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Warsaw Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Warsaw Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Enter roundabout onto Norcross Street
93 ft
·
2 sec
·
Norcross Street
18
Continue on Norcross Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Norcross Street
19
Turn left onto GA 9; GA 120
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Alpharetta Highway
20
Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Russell, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Midland Avenue
Turn right onto East Midland Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Russell Cemetery Road
Turn left onto Russell Cemetery Road
Navigation decision point
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
GA 11 / Monroe Highway
Turn sharp left onto GA 11 / Monroe Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
34.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99
Toward GA 140 West: Jimmy Carter Boulevard
8
34.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward GA 140 West: Norcross
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.43 one way
$14.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.79 | $17.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Roswell, GA
Late night in Roswell on Tuesday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
3 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 7m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 47.5-mile trip, with University Parkway, Holcomb Bridge Road, and I-85 forming the backbone. Sixty-one percent of the drive is on highways, indicating a good amount of faster-paced travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.6 miles along University Parkway, suggesting a period of consistent speed before potential transitions. The character of the road is predominantly about efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways, offering a predictable driving rhythm.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.6 mi on University Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and Holcomb Bridge Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Midland Avenue.
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 47.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 (East Midland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Russell Cemetery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (GA 11 / Monroe Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 47.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.6 miles on University 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 Roswell, 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: near the start (East Midland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Russell Cemetery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (GA 11 / Monroe Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Roswell, 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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