How far is Lilburn, GA from Roswell, GA?

Fastest route

The distance between Lilburn, Georgia 30047, and Roswell, Georgia is approximately 17.9 miles (28.8 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 42 minutes. The best route to take due to traffic conditions is via GA-140 W. Here are the directions to get from Lilburn to Roswell.

Directions

  1. ๐Ÿš— Head southwest on Church St NW toward Pine St NW.
  2. ๐Ÿž๏ธ Turn right onto Pine St NW.
  3. ๐Ÿš— Continue on Harbins Rd NW to Norcross.
  4. ๐Ÿ  Turn right onto Harbins Rd NW.
  5. ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Turn left onto Oakbrook Dr.
  6. ๐Ÿ’ผ Turn right onto Center Way.
  7. ๐Ÿšฆ Turn left onto Brook Hollow Pkwy.
  8. ๐Ÿ’ผ Turn right onto Financial Dr NW.
  9. ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Turn right onto GA-140 W/Jimmy Carter Blvd.
  10. ๐Ÿ” Pass by Burger King (on the right in 1.2 mi).
  11. ๐Ÿšฆ Take Norcross St to Alpharetta St.
  12. ๐Ÿ”„ At the traffic circle, continue straight onto Norcross St.
  13. ๐Ÿšฆ Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Alpharetta St.
  14. ๐Ÿš— Turn right onto Canton St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Check real-time traffic conditions and consider using navigation apps for updates on the best route.
  • ๐Ÿš— Make sure to obey traffic rules and follow the speed limits for a safe journey.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Plan your departure time strategically to avoid rush hours and heavy traffic.
  • ๐Ÿ” If you need a quick break or meal, keep an eye out for nearby restaurants or convenience stores along the way.
  • ๐Ÿ”„ If you're unfamiliar with the area, keep a GPS or map handy to avoid getting lost.
  • ๐Ÿ’ผ Consider filling up your vehicle with gas before the journey to avoid any inconvenience.
  • ๐Ÿž๏ธ Enjoy the scenic views and landmarks during the drive to make the journey more pleasant.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
23.41 mi
00h 34m
Flight
15.54 mi
25.01 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
15.54 mi
Kilometers
25.01 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
23.41 mi
Kilometers
37.67 km
Drive Time
00h 34m

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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 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Roswell
Thu, Apr 23, 1:50 AM EDT
Return by in Lilburn
Thu, Apr 23, 2:25 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lilburn
2026-04-23T01:15
Arrive Roswell
Thu, Apr 23, 1:50 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:35 AM to 7:35 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:20 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Lilburn
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Peachtree Corners
GA

A city in Gwinnett County, Georgia.

From Lilburn
9.1 mi
00h 17m
To Roswell
14.3 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NW
Destination
85ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lilburn and Roswell.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lilburn and Roswell.

  1. 1

    Start on Church Street Northwest

    89 m ยท 14 sec ยท Church Street Northwest

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Pine Street Northwest

    33 m ยท 9 sec ยท Pine Street Northwest

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Lawrenceville Highway

    1.2 mi ยท 2 min ยท Lawrenceville Highway

  4. 4

    Turn straight

    87 m ยท 10 sec

  5. 5

    Turn slight right onto Rockbridge Road

    2.3 mi ยท 4 min ยท Rockbridge Road

  6. 6

    Turn straight onto Jimmy Carter Boulevard

    1.1 mi ยท 2 min ยท Jimmy Carter Boulevard

  7. 7

    Continue on Jimmy Carter Boulevard

    3.8 mi ยท 6 min ยท Jimmy Carter Boulevard

  8. 8

    Continue on Holcomb Bridge Road

    7.9 mi ยท 14 min ยท Holcomb Bridge Road

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Warsaw Road

    3151 ft ยท 1 min ยท Warsaw Road

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Norcross Street

    28 m ยท 3 sec ยท Norcross Street

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto Norcross Street

    1.4 km ยท 2 min ยท Norcross Street

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Alpharetta Highway

    924 ft ยท 23 sec ยท Alpharetta Highway

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท North Atlanta Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lilburn and Roswell.

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
13 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
55.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Holcomb Bridge Road
7.93 mi ยท 34%
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
4.95 mi ยท 21%
Rockbridge Road
2.3 mi ยท 10%
Lawrenceville Highway
1.19 mi ยท 5%
Norcross Street
0.92 mi ยท 4%
Warsaw Road
0.6 mi ยท 3%
Longest Stretch

Holcomb Bridge Road

Continue on Holcomb Bridge Road

7.93 mi ยท 00h 14m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 34m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.9 mi
15.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Peachtree Corners
00h 17m from Lilburn
Leave By
7:20 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Lilburn and Sunny near Roswell.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lilburn to Roswell?

The road trip is about 23.4 miles (37.7 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Peachtree Corners is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Lilburn and 14.3 miles from Roswell.

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

The direct path is about 15.5 miles (25 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.29 one way or $6.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lilburn and Sunny near Roswell.

Stop Ideas Near Peachtree Corners

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Peachtree Corners, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Peachtree Corners.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

25 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

50 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard
RAIL

Toccoa

106 mi away
47 North Alexander St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lilburn and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 15.54 mi (25.01 km).

Lilburn

#1 Lilburn

City in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States

Population13,055
Coordinates33.8901000, -84.1429700
Altitude291
CountryUnited States
Roswell

#2 Roswell

A city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population95,434
Coordinates34.0231600, -84.3615900
Altitude328
CountryUnited States
Start: Church Street Northwest (-84.142948, 33.890087)
End: North Atlanta Street (-84.361558, 34.02316)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 38 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 23m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.83 gal
3.13 L ยท about $3.29
Round trip
$6.58
1.66 gal ยท 6.26 L
Estimated CO2
7.4 kg one way
Round trip: 14.8 kg / 33 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $3.29 $6.58
Mid-grade $4.43 $3.68 $7.35
Premium $4.78 $3.97 $7.93
Diesel $5.62 $4.67 $9.34

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 ยท Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Lilburn and Roswell. The current time is 01:15:41.

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.