Alpharetta to Atlanta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

23.2 miles 37.3 km · straight line
26.2 miles actual route 42.2 km · driving distance
35min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Alpharetta from Atlanta?

The distance from Alpharetta to Atlanta is 23.2 miles (37.3 km) as the crow flies. Atlanta is located SSW of Alpharetta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 26.2 miles, taking about 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alpharetta and Atlanta. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alpharetta to Atlanta

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Alpharetta & Atlanta

Quick Facts

Alpharetta
34.08°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
347m elevation
Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM