How far is North Atlanta, GA from Alpharetta, GA?
The driving distance from North Atlanta, GA to Alpharetta, GA is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
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 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Town in DeKalb County, Georgia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Atlanta and Alpharetta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Atlanta and Alpharetta.
-
1
Start on Peachtree Road Northeast
1.4 km · 2 min · Peachtree Road Northeast
-
2
Turn left onto Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
1.2 mi · 2 min · Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
-
3
Turn slight left onto Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
145 m · 12 sec · Johnson Ferry Road Northeast
-
4
Continue on Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
1.9 mi · 4 min · Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast
-
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I 285 West
1587 ft · 39 sec
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on GA 400 North, GA 400 South, US 19 North: Cumming, Dahlonega, Atlanta
3097 ft · 51 sec
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 19 North, GA 400 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
2 mi · 2 min
-
8
Merge slight left onto Turner McDonald Parkway
9.1 mi · 11 min · Turner McDonald Parkway
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward Alpharetta, Haynes Bridge Road
1424 ft · 33 sec
-
10
Turn left onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Haynes Bridge Road
-
11
Turn left onto Old Milton Parkway
869 ft · 21 sec · Old Milton Parkway
-
12
Turn right onto South Main Street
1764 ft · 53 sec · South Main Street
-
13
Turn right onto Academy Street
42 m · 4 sec · Academy Street
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Academy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Atlanta 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.
Turner McDonald Parkway
Merge slight left onto Turner McDonald Parkway
9.12 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving North Atlanta and Sunny near Alpharetta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Atlanta to Alpharetta?
The road trip is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Dunwoody is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from North Atlanta and 10.7 miles from Alpharetta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.77 one way or $5.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North Atlanta and Sunny near Alpharetta.
Stop Ideas Near Dunwoody
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 Dunwoody.
Peachtree Station
Gainesville
Toccoa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Atlanta and Alpharetta. Straight-line distance: 14.73 mi (23.71 km).
#1 North Atlanta
A neighborhood in the city of Atlanta, Georgia.
| Population | 40,456 |
| Coordinates | 33.8651000, -84.3365900 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| 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: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.77 | $5.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.10 | $6.20 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.34 | $6.69 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.94 | $7.87 |
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 20, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.