Soperton, GA to Roswell, GA is 176.8 miles and takes about 3h 25m via I 75, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Southeast region of Georgia to another part of the Southeast, primarily on major highways. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on interstate, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. With a single recommended stop and a highway share of 94%, you'll be covering ground efficiently. Consider this route if you prioritize reaching your destination with minimal fuss and time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
88.4 miles from Soperton, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
84.9 mi
1h 35m
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
65.2 mi
1h 9m
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7.1 mi
8m
West Main Street
6.7 mi
9m
Turner McDonald Parkway
5 mi
6m
Northeast Expressway
2.7 mi
3m
Roswell Road
1.7 mi
3m
Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soperton, GA and Roswell, GA.
Toward I 75 North: AtlantaUse the straight / left lanes.
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Merge onto I 75
62 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
23 mi·28 min·I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, BirminghamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.7 mi·3 min·Northeast Expressway
Exit 251BToward I 85 North: Greenville
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Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400
7.1 mi·8 min·T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Exit 87Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, CummingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on GA 400
5.0 mi·6 min·Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the right lane.
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 6Toward Northridge RoadUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Dunwoody PlaceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn right onto Dunwoody Place
1.2 mi·2 min·Dunwoody Place
Use the right lane.
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Turn right onto GA 9
1.7 mi·3 min·Roswell Road
Use the right lane.
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Continue on GA 9; GA 120
0.5 mi·1 min·North Atlanta Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto GA 9; GA 120
393 ft·9 sec·North Atlanta Street
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Arrive at destination
GA 9; GA 120
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day drive of just over 3 hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, though an early start can help you avoid any potential midday traffic. You'll want to plan for one stop to break up the drive, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 84.9-mile stretch on I 75, as services might be spaced out. With a fuel cost estimated at $28, budgeting for gas is straightforward, but always confirm pricing when you refuel.
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 88.4 miles from Soperton, GA, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 39 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.4 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roswell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Soperton, 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 Soperton, GA
This is one driving day of about 176.8 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Soperton, 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 84.9 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 72.7 and 173.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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72.7 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta
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135.3 mi into trip|~2h 29m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
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160.8 mi into trip|~3h 1m in|GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 87
Toward GA 400 North: Buckhead, Cumming
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172.8 mi into trip|~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward Northridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Northridge Road
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173.1 mi into trip|~3h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Dunwoody Place
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Dunwoody Place
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.65 one way
$55.30 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$30.23
$60.46
premium
$4.70
$32.72
$65.44
diesel
$5.61
$39.04
$78.07
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
53
0
$18.56
$8.49
Efficient EV
44.2
0
$15.47
$7.07
EV Truck/SUV
70.7
0
$24.75
$11.32
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Soperton, GA
Late night
in Soperton on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Roswell, GA
Late night
in Roswell on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
3h 25m 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.
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 158.5
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...
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,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the journey on high-speed roads, so expect a consistent pace. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 84.9 miles on I 75, which forms the backbone of this trip. The initial part of the drive utilizes roads like Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and T Harvey Mathis Parkway before merging onto the interstate. Overall, the personality of this drive is one of efficient travel, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal detours.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.9 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72.7 miles in.
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 13 significant decision points across 176.8 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 72.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 135.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.8 miles (GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Soperton, GA and Roswell, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham and Cumming.
Birmingham
135.3 mi in|~2h 29m|via I 75
Cumming
160.8 mi in|~3h 1m|via GA 400
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 176.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.9 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 72.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 135.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.8 miles (GA 400 / T Harvey Mathis Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Roswell, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
