How far is Roswell, GA from Marietta, GA?

Fastest route

The distance between Roswell, Georgia, and Marietta, Georgia, is approximately 13.2 miles (21.2 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 25 minutes. The suggested route is via GA-120 W and Roswell Rd, considering traffic conditions.

Directions

๐Ÿš— Head south on Canton St toward Alpharetta St/Magnolia St - 10 ft
๐Ÿš— Continue onto N Atlanta St - 0.6 mi
๐Ÿš— Turn right onto GA-120 W (Pass by Firestone Complete Auto Care on the right in 4.5 mi) - 9.1 mi
๐Ÿš— Continue onto Roswell Rd (Pass by U.S. Renal Care on the left in 2.6 mi) - 3.3 mi
๐Ÿš— Turn right onto E Park Square - 344 ft
๐Ÿš— Turn left onto N Park Square - 341 ft
๐Ÿš— Turn left onto W Park Square - 233 ft

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿšฆ Check real-time traffic updates before starting your journey to choose the best route.
  • ๐Ÿš— Keep a bottle of water and some snacks handy for a comfortable trip.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Ensure your phone is fully charged and have a car charger available.
  • ๐Ÿšง Be cautious of roadwork or construction along the way.
  • โ›ฝ๏ธ Refuel your vehicle before embarking on the journey to avoid any inconvenience.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
13.45 mi
00h 24m
Flight
11.84 mi
19.05 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
11.84 mi
Kilometers
19.05 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
13.45 mi
Kilometers
21.65 km
Drive Time
00h 24m

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 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Marietta
Wed, Apr 22, 6:58 PM EDT
Return by in Roswell
Wed, Apr 22, 7:23 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Roswell
2026-04-22T18:33
Arrive Marietta
Wed, Apr 22, 6:58 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:25 AM to 7:25 PM EDT

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

Leave by
7:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Roswell
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Sandy Springs
GA

A city in Fulton County, Georgia.

From Roswell
6.7 mi
00h 12m
To Marietta
6.7 mi
00h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83ยฐF
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW
Destination
82ยฐF
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Atlanta Street

    3155 ft ยท 1 min ยท North Atlanta Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Marietta Highway

    2 mi ยท 3 min ยท Marietta Highway

  3. 3

    Continue on Roswell Road

    7.1 mi ยท 13 min ยท Roswell Road

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    1613 ft ยท 20 sec

  5. 5

    Continue on North Marietta Parkway

    3.1 mi ยท 5 min ยท North Marietta Parkway

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Church Street

    2145 ft ยท 59 sec ยท Church Street

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท West Park Square

Car Route Details

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

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
7 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
51.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Roswell Road
7.36 mi ยท 55%
North Marietta Parkway
3.06 mi ยท 23%
Marietta Highway
2.01 mi ยท 15%
North Atlanta Street
0.6 mi ยท 4%
Church Street
0.41 mi ยท 3%
Longest Stretch

Roswell Road

Continue on Roswell Road

7.06 mi ยท 00h 13m

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 24m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.6 mi
11.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sandy Springs
00h 12m from Roswell
Leave By
7:40 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Roswell and Mostly Sunny near Marietta.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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?

Sandy Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.7 miles from Roswell and 6.7 miles from Marietta.

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

The direct path is about 11.9 miles (19.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:40 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.90 one way or $3.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Roswell and Mostly Sunny near Marietta.

Stop Ideas Near Sandy Springs

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Sandy Springs and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 5.6 mi away

City Hall Parking Deck

Marietta , GA
211 Lawrence St NE, Marietta, GA 30060
Rating 3.0/5 1 reviews Parking garage
Sandy Springs City Hall
Meeting point 5.6 mi away

Sandy Springs City Hall

Sandy Springs , GA
1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Rating 4.3/5 24 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sandy Springs.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

14 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

65 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Roswell and Marietta. Straight-line distance: 11.84 mi (19.05 km).

Roswell

#1 Roswell

A city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population95,434
Coordinates34.0231600, -84.3615900
Altitude328
CountryUnited States
Marietta

#2 Marietta

The most populous city in Cobb County, Georgia.

Population60,786
Coordinates33.9526000, -84.5499300
Altitude344
CountryUnited States
Start: North Atlanta Street (-84.361558, 34.02316)
End: West Park Square (-84.550173, 33.952601)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 22 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.48 gal
1.8 L ยท about $1.90
Round trip
$3.80
0.96 gal ยท 3.6 L
Estimated CO2
4.3 kg one way
Round trip: 8.5 kg / 19 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $1.90 $3.80
Mid-grade $4.43 $2.13 $4.25
Premium $4.78 $2.29 $4.59
Diesel $5.62 $2.70 $5.40

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 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Roswell and Marietta. The current time is 18:33:47.

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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.