How far is Dade County, GA from Alpharetta, GA?
The driving distance from Dade County, GA to Alpharetta, GA is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.5 miles (140.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dade County and Alpharetta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dade County and Alpharetta.
-
1
Start on Sells Lane
1.2 km · 3 min · Sells Lane
-
2
Turn left
1.2 km · 2 min
-
3
Turn right onto South Main Street
710 ft · 22 sec · South Main Street
-
4
Turn left onto White Oak Gap Road
1074 ft · 28 sec · White Oak Gap Road
-
5
Take the ramp right toward I 59 North: Chattanooga
1431 ft · 35 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 8 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 East: Chattanooga
1.1 km · 46 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
16.6 mi · 21 min
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 South: Atlanta
2869 ft · 49 sec
-
10
Merge slight left
78.6 mi · 1 hr 25 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward GA 92: Acworth, Woodstock
1706 ft · 42 sec
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on Cherokee Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Cherokee Road
-
13
Continue on Alabama Road
3.6 mi · 5 min · Alabama Road
-
14
Continue on Highway 92
10.6 mi · 18 min · Highway 92
-
15
Continue on Woodstock Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Woodstock Road
-
16
Continue on West Crossville Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · West Crossville Road
-
17
Turn left onto Mansell Road
3165 ft · 1 min · Mansell Road
-
18
Turn left onto Alpharetta Highway
2.5 mi · 4 min · Alpharetta Highway
-
19
Continue on South Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
-
20
Turn right onto Academy Street
42 m · 4 sec · Academy Street
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Academy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dade County and Alpharetta.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 South
Merge slight left
78.6 mi · 01h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Dade County and Sunny near Alpharetta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dade County to Alpharetta?
The road trip is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Resaca is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.6 miles from Dade County and 51.9 miles from Alpharetta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.5 miles (140.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.1 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 1:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.71 one way or $31.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dade County and Sunny near Alpharetta.
Stop Ideas Near Resaca
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Resaca.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dade County and Alpharetta. Straight-line distance: 87.48 mi (140.78 km).
#1 Dade County
County in Georgia, United States
| Population | 16,057 |
| Coordinates | 34.8545200, -85.5045300 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alpharetta
The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 67,897 |
| Coordinates | 34.0753800, -84.2940900 |
| Altitude | 347 |
| Country | United States |
End: Academy Street (-84.29408, 34.075615)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.71 | $31.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.27 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
| Premium | $4.70 | $19.51 | $39.01 |
| Diesel | $5.75 | $23.84 | $47.68 |
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 · Oct 15, 2026