How far is Sparks, GA from Roswell, GA?

The driving distance from Sparks, GA to Roswell, GA is about 225.9 miles (363.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 204.6 miles (329.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
225.92 mi
03h 31m
Flight
204.55 mi
329.19 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
204.55 mi
Kilometers
329.19 km
Flight Time
00h 24m

Driving Distance

Road route
225.92 mi
Kilometers
363.59 km
Drive Time
03h 31m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 31m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Roswell
Wed, May 13, 2:47 AM EDT
Return by in Sparks
Wed, May 13, 6:19 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sparks
2026-05-12T23:15
Arrive Roswell
Wed, May 13, 2:47 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:32 AM to 11:32 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:56 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sparks
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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
Byron
GA

City in Peach County, Georgia, United States

From Sparks
111.4 mi
01h 45m
To Roswell
114.5 mi
01h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Tuesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph ENE
Destination
78°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Goodman Street

    14 m · 8 sec · South Goodman Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Colquitt Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Colquitt Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    1801 ft · 44 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    114.5 mi · 2 hr 3 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway

    15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway

  6. 6

    Merge slight right

    49.5 mi · 54 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham

    22.8 mi · 28 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Expressway

    2.7 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on T Harvey Mathis Parkway

    7.1 mi · 9 min · T Harvey Mathis Parkway

  10. 10

    Continue on Turner McDonald Parkway

    5 mi · 7 min · Turner McDonald Parkway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward Northridge Road

    1416 ft · 48 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on Dunwoody Place

    837 ft · 21 sec

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Dunwoody Place

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Dunwoody Place

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Roswell Road

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Roswell Road

  15. 15

    Continue on North Atlanta Street

    2899 ft · 1 min · North Atlanta Street

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on North Atlanta Street

    120 m · 10 sec · North Atlanta Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Atlanta Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Colquitt Street
116 mi · 51%
Larry Justice Highway
65.3 mi · 29%
I 75 North
22.8 mi · 10%
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
7.06 mi · 3%
Turner McDonald Parkway
4.99 mi · 2%
Northeast Expressway
2.68 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

West Colquitt Street

Merge slight left

115 mi · 02h 03m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 31m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.3 mi
204.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Byron
01h 45m from Sparks
Leave By
9:56 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Sparks and Mostly Sunny near Roswell.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 225.9 miles (363.6 km) and usually takes 03h 31m in normal driving conditions.

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

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Byron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.4 miles from Sparks and 114.5 miles from Roswell.

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

The direct path is about 204.6 miles (329.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.57 one way or $63.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Sparks and Mostly Sunny near Roswell.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sparks and Roswell. Straight-line distance: 204.55 mi (329.19 km).

Sparks

#1 Sparks

Town in Cook County, Georgia, United States

Population2,015
Coordinates31.1668600, -83.4373800
Altitude74
CountryUnited States
Roswell

#2 Roswell

A city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population95,434
Coordinates34.0231600, -84.3615900
Altitude328
CountryUnited States
Start: South Goodman Street (-83.437341, 31.166862)
End: North Atlanta Street (-84.361558, 34.02316)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 364 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 38m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 45m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 13m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.97 gal
30.18 L · about $31.57
Round trip
$63.14
15.94 gal · 60.36 L
Estimated CO2
70.8 kg one way
Round trip: 141.7 kg / 312 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $31.57 $63.14
Mid-grade $4.43 $35.30 $70.60
Premium $4.78 $38.08 $76.16
Diesel $5.62 $44.82 $89.65

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Sparks and Roswell. The current time is 23:15:40.

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.