How far is Alpharetta, GA from Acworth, GA?

The driving distance from Alpharetta, GA to Acworth, GA is about 27 miles (43.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 22 miles (35.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
26.95 mi
00h 45m
Flight
22 mi
35.41 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
22 mi
Kilometers
35.41 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
26.95 mi
Kilometers
43.37 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Acworth
Sat, Apr 18, 10:08 PM EDT
Return by in Alpharetta
Sat, Apr 18, 10:54 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alpharetta
2026-04-18T21:23
Arrive Acworth
Sat, Apr 18, 10:08 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alpharetta
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Springfield
GA

City in Effingham County, Georgia, United States

From Alpharetta
13.5 mi
00h 22m
To Acworth
13.5 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
90°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW
Destination
88°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alpharetta and Acworth.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta and Acworth.

  1. 1

    Start on Academy Street

    42 m · 11 sec · Academy Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Alpharetta Highway

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Alpharetta Highway

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Mansell Road

    3039 ft · 1 min · Mansell Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East Crossville Road

    2.6 mi · 5 min · East Crossville Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Woodstock Road

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Woodstock Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Highway 92

    10.6 mi · 18 min · Highway 92

  8. 8

    Continue on Alabama Road

    3.6 mi · 5 min · Alabama Road

  9. 9

    Continue on Cherokee Road

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Cherokee Road

  10. 10

    Continue on Cowan Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Cowan Road

  11. 11

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Main Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alpharetta and Acworth.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
44.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 92
10.6 mi · 39%
Alabama Road
3.65 mi · 14%
East Crossville Road
2.59 mi · 10%
Alpharetta Highway
2.5 mi · 9%
Woodstock Road
2.47 mi · 9%
South Main Street
2.02 mi · 8%
Longest Stretch

Highway 92

Continue on Highway 92

10.6 mi · 00h 18m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5 mi
22 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Springfield
00h 22m from Alpharetta
Leave By
4:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Alpharetta and Mostly Sunny near Acworth.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alpharetta to Acworth?

The road trip is about 27 miles (43.4 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Springfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Alpharetta and 13.5 miles from Acworth.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 22 miles (35.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.76 one way or $7.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Alpharetta and Mostly Sunny near Acworth.

Stop Ideas Near Springfield

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Springfield and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 10 mi away

City Hall Parking Deck

Marietta , GA
211 Lawrence St NE, Marietta, GA 30060
Rating 3.0/5 1 reviews Parking garage
Sandy Springs City Hall
Meeting point 12.6 mi away

Sandy Springs City Hall

Sandy Springs , GA
1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Rating 4.3/5 24 reviews City Hall,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 14.2 mi away

Finance Department of Smyrna

Smyrna , GA
2800 King St SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Department of finance
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 8.3 mi away

Parking near City Hall and Cultural Arts Center

Roswell , GA
38 Hill St, Roswell, GA 30075
Parking lot

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Springfield.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

35 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

66 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alpharetta and Acworth. Straight-line distance: 22 mi (35.41 km).

Alpharetta

#1 Alpharetta

The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population67,897
Coordinates34.0753800, -84.2940900
Altitude347
CountryUnited States
Acworth

#2 Acworth

City in Cobb County, Georgia, United States

Population22,726
Coordinates34.0663500, -84.6783700
Altitude277
CountryUnited States
Start: Alpharetta (-84.29409, 34.07538)
End: Acworth (-84.67837, 34.06635)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 43 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.95 gal
3.6 L · about $3.76
Round trip
$7.53
1.9 gal · 7.2 L
Estimated CO2
8.4 kg one way
Round trip: 16.9 kg / 37 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $3.76 $7.53
Mid-grade $4.43 $4.21 $8.42
Premium $4.78 $4.54 $9.08
Diesel $5.62 $5.34 $10.69

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Georgia · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Alpharetta and Acworth. The current time is 21:23:00.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.