Origin
Temple, GA
Late night in Temple on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Temple, GA to Marietta, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Temple, GA
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Trip Overview
Temple, GA to Marietta, GA is 41.4 miles and takes about 58 minutes via Tom Murphy Freeway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of Georgia, making it a straightforward local journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, suggesting a quicker pace rather than a leisurely exploration. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's an ideal choice for a quick day trip or a segment of a larger road adventure. You'll find the drive efficient for connecting these two Georgia locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Murphy Freeway | 24.7 mi | 26m |
| Austell Road | 8 mi | 14m |
| Maxham Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Carrollton Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Sandtown Road Southwest | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Thornton Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Powder Springs Street Southwest | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Marietta Parkway | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Tom Murphy Freeway
— 24.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Temple, GA and Marietta, GA.
1
Start on GA 274
86 ft
·
3 sec
·
James Street
2
Turn right onto GA 274
408 ft
·
10 sec
·
Sage Street
3
Turn right onto GA 113
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 20
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Tom Murphy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 44
Toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto GA 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Thornton Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto Maxham Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Maxham Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on GA 5
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
Austell Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn left onto Sandtown Road Southwest
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Sandtown Road Southwest
Use the left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto Sandtown Road Southwest
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Sandtown Road Southwest
12
Continue on Sandtown Road Southwest
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Sandtown Road Southwest
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto GA 360
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Powder Springs Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on GA 5; GA 120
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Marietta Parkway
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto Mill Street Northwest
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Mill Street Northwest
16
Turn right onto West Park Square
225 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Park Square
17
Arrive at destination
West Park Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Temple, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 38.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 113 / Carrollton Street
Turn right onto GA 113 / Carrollton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway
Merge onto I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
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 44
Toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
6
38.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
Sandtown Road Southwest
Turn left onto Sandtown Road Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.47 one way
$12.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.08 | $14.16 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Marietta, GA
Late night in Marietta on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Douglasville, GA
21 mi in
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
22 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
58m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 61% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 24.7 miles on the Tom Murphy Freeway, offering a consistent, fast-paced experience. The route utilizes Austell Road and Maxham Road as well, likely providing transitions between faster highway segments and more local road conditions. Expect a driving profile that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently, with less emphasis on scenic detours and more on direct travel.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.7 mi on Tom Murphy Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tom Murphy Freeway and Austell Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near GA 113 / Carrollton Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 41.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (GA 113 / Carrollton Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway): 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.
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 Temple, GA to Marietta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Austell along the way.
Austell
26.7 mi in
|
~30m
About the Cities
Arriving in Marietta, GA
Full guide →Marietta is a city of 61,000 people (2019) in Metro Atlanta. It is the fourth largest city in the state. Dobbins Air Reserve Base on the south side of town and a Lockheed Martin manufacturing plant are among the major industries in the city.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m 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 24.7 miles on Tom Murphy Freeway. 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 Marietta, 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 0.1 miles (GA 113 / Carrollton Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 20 / Tom Murphy Freeway): 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 Marietta, 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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