How far is Resaca, GA from Roswell, GA?
The driving distance from Resaca, GA to Roswell, GA is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.8 miles (81.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.
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
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City in Bartow County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Resaca and Roswell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Resaca and Roswell.
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Start on Nicklesville Road Northeast
22 m · 9 sec · Nicklesville Road Northeast
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Continue on Nicklesville Road Northeast
40 m · 11 sec · Nicklesville Road Northeast
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Turn left onto Battlefield Parkway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Battlefield Parkway
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Take the ramp left toward I 75 South
1003 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
53 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 120 Alternate: Marietta, Roswell
1531 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight right onto North Marietta Parkway
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Marietta Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward GA 3 Connector West, GA 120 East: Roswell, Marietta
1854 ft · 35 sec
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At the end of the road, turn straight onto Roswell Road
7.2 mi · 13 min · Roswell Road
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Continue on Marietta Highway
2 mi · 4 min · Marietta Highway
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Turn left onto North Atlanta Street
2899 ft · 1 min · North Atlanta Street
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Keep slight left to continue on North Atlanta Street
120 m · 10 sec · North Atlanta Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Atlanta Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Resaca and Roswell.
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
53 mi · 00h 58m
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 Resaca and Sunny near Roswell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Resaca to Roswell?
The road trip is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Emerson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.4 miles from Resaca and 30.3 miles from Roswell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.8 miles (81.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.91 one way or $17.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Resaca and Sunny near Roswell.
Stop Ideas Near Emerson
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 Emerson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Resaca and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 50.83 mi (81.81 km).
#1 Resaca
City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 1,089 |
| Coordinates | 34.5803600, -84.9432800 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Roswell
A city in Fulton County, Georgia.
| Population | 95,434 |
| Coordinates | 34.0231600, -84.3615900 |
| Altitude | 328 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Atlanta Street (-84.361558, 34.02316)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.97 | $19.93 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.65 | $25.31 |
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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