How far is Lithia Springs, GA from Alpharetta, GA?
The driving distance from Lithia Springs, GA to Alpharetta, GA is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lithia Springs and Alpharetta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lithia Springs and Alpharetta.
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Start on Veterans Memorial Highway
28 m · 9 sec · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Turn left onto South Sweetwater Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Sweetwater Road
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Turn right onto Lee Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Lee Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 20 East
3122 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Tom Murphy Freeway
6.5 mi · 7 min · Tom Murphy Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 70: Fulton Industrial Boulevard, Fulton County Airport
1212 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on Fulton Industrial Boulevard Southwest
2994 ft · 55 sec · Fulton Industrial Boulevard Southwest
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Continue on Fulton Industrial Boulevard Northwest
2 mi · 3 min · Fulton Industrial Boulevard Northwest
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Turn right onto Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest
1752 ft · 45 sec · Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest
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Turn left onto I 285 North
1311 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
12.9 mi · 15 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
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Take the exit slight right toward US 19 North, GA 400 South, GA 400 North
1.5 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 19 North, GA 400 South, GA 400 North
1613 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on GA 400 North
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left onto Turner McDonald Parkway
9.1 mi · 11 min · Turner McDonald Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
1424 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Haynes Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Old Milton Parkway
869 ft · 21 sec · Old Milton Parkway
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1764 ft · 53 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Academy Street
42 m · 4 sec · Academy Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Academy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lithia Springs and Alpharetta.
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.
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
12.9 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lithia Springs and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alpharetta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lithia Springs to Alpharetta?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Vinings is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20 miles from Lithia Springs and 16.2 miles from Alpharetta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.07 one way or $10.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lithia Springs and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alpharetta.
Stop Ideas Near Vinings
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cafe 55
Atlanta City Hall
Atlanta Revenue Bureau
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vinings.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lithia Springs and Alpharetta. Straight-line distance: 28.62 mi (46.06 km).
#1 Lithia Springs
Census-designated place in Douglas County, Georgia
| Population | 15,491 |
| Coordinates | 33.7940000, -84.6604900 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| 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: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.67 | $11.34 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.12 | $12.23 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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