How far is Fitzgerald, GA from Alpharetta, GA?

The driving distance from Fitzgerald, GA to Alpharetta, GA is about 201.1 miles (323.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 173.9 miles (279.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
201.12 mi
03h 35m
Flight
173.92 mi
279.9 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
173.92 mi
Kilometers
279.9 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
201.12 mi
Kilometers
323.67 km
Drive Time
03h 35m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Alpharetta
Sat, Apr 18, 9:36 AM EDT
Return by in Fitzgerald
Sat, Apr 18, 1:12 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Fitzgerald
2026-04-18T06:00
Arrive Alpharetta
Sat, Apr 18, 9:36 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:36 AM to 11:36 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:48 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Fitzgerald
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Macon
GA

The second most populous city in Georgia.

From Fitzgerald
104.3 mi
01h 47m
To Alpharetta
96.8 mi
01h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
92°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW
Destination
90°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 Fitzgerald and Alpharetta.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East Central Avenue

    1.2 mi · 3 min · East Central Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on Irwinville Highway

    3245 ft · 1 min · Irwinville Highway

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Walker Avenue

    1338 ft · 42 sec · Walker Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Ten Mile Road

    17.7 mi · 24 min · Ten Mile Road

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Sylvester Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Sylvester Road

  6. 6

    Continue on East Washington Avenue

    2.1 mi · 3 min · East Washington Avenue

  7. 7

    Take the ramp right

    1406 ft · 34 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    74 mi · 1 hr 19 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway

    15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway

  10. 10

    Merge slight right

    49.5 mi · 54 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham

    22.8 mi · 28 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Expressway

    2.7 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on T Harvey Mathis Parkway

    7.1 mi · 9 min · T Harvey Mathis Parkway

  14. 14

    Continue on Turner McDonald Parkway

    11 mi · 14 min · Turner McDonald Parkway

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road

    1424 ft · 33 sec

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Haynes Bridge Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Old Milton Parkway

    869 ft · 21 sec · Old Milton Parkway

  18. 18

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1764 ft · 53 sec · South Main Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Academy Street

    42 m · 4 sec · Academy Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Academy Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Washington Avenue
76.4 mi · 38%
Larry Justice Highway
65.3 mi · 32%
I 75 North
22.8 mi · 11%
Ten Mile Road
17.7 mi · 9%
Turner McDonald Parkway
11.3 mi · 6%
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7.06 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

East Washington Avenue

Merge slight left

74 mi · 01h 19m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 35m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.2 mi
173.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Macon
01h 47m from Fitzgerald
Leave By
9:48 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Fitzgerald and Mostly Sunny near Alpharetta.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 201.1 miles (323.7 km) and usually takes 03h 35m in normal driving conditions.

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

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Macon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.3 miles from Fitzgerald and 96.8 miles from Alpharetta.

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

The direct path is about 173.9 miles (279.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.12 one way or $56.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Fitzgerald and Alpharetta. Straight-line distance: 173.92 mi (279.9 km).

Fitzgerald

#1 Fitzgerald

City in Ben Hill and Irwin counties in Georgia, United States

Population8,615
Coordinates31.7149100, -83.2526500
Altitude110
CountryUnited States
Alpharetta

#2 Alpharetta

The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population67,897
Coordinates34.0753800, -84.2940900
Altitude347
CountryUnited States
Start: East Central Avenue (-83.25265, 31.714945)
End: Academy Street (-84.29408, 34.075616)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 324 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.1 gal
26.86 L · about $28.12
Round trip
$56.25
14.2 gal · 53.72 L
Estimated CO2
63.1 kg one way
Round trip: 126.2 kg / 278 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $28.12 $56.25
Mid-grade $4.43 $31.45 $62.89
Premium $4.78 $33.92 $67.85
Diesel $5.62 $39.93 $79.86

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Fitzgerald and Alpharetta. The current time is 06:00:42.

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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.