The Cost of a Trip Between Canton and Roswell: Navigating Gas Prices

Planning a trip from Canton, Georgia to Roswell, Georgia? One of the major considerations is gas cost. In this article, we'll break down the different possible routes and their respective costs, as well as suggest the best option for your wallet.

Possible Routes

Route 1: via GA-140 W and GA-400 S

This is the most direct route to take, with a distance of 21.9 miles. To take this route, you will head out from Canton on Hickory Flat Hwy then turn left onto GA-140 W. Follow GA-140 W to GA-400 S and take exit 7B. From here, follow GA-400 S to Holcomb Bridge Rd in Roswell, taking exit 7A. Continue on Holcomb Bridge Rd to your destination.

According to AAA's Fuel Cost Calculator, you should expect to pay $1.33/gallon for gas along this route, with an estimated cost of $3.91 for a one-way trip.

Route 2: via GA-140 W and E Crossville Rd

This route is slightly longer, with a distance of 24 miles. To take this route, you will also head out from Canton on Hickory Flat Hwy then turn left onto GA-140 W. Follow GA-140 W to E Crossville Rd in Roswell, taking Exit 7A on GA-400 S. Follow E Crossville Rd to your destination.

AAA's Fuel Cost Calculator estimates a gas cost of $3.78 for this route, assuming gas prices of $1.33/gallon.

Route 3: via GA-372 W and E Crossville Rd

This route is the longest, with a distance of 27.1 miles, but it may be more convenient depending on where you are starting from in Canton. To take this route, head out on Marietta Hwy/Cumming Hwy toward Reinhardt College Pkwy. Turn left onto Reinhardt College Pkwy then turn right onto GA-372 W. Follow GA-372 W to E Crossville Rd in Roswell, taking exit 7A on GA-400 S. Follow E Crossville Rd to your destination.

AAA’s Fuel Cost Calculator estimates the gas cost for this route to be $4.04, assuming gas prices of $1.33/gallon.

Best Route

Despite being the longest, Route 3 may have its uses depending on your location in Canton. However, Routes 1 and 2 have comparable costs and are more direct, which will save you time on the road.

Although the gas cost for Route 2 is slightly less at $3.78, we recommend Route 1 as it is shorter and still offers a reasonable gas cost of $3.91, assuming a gas price of $1.33/gallon. If gas prices increase significantly, Route 2 may become a better option.

Conclusion

There are multiple routes to travel between Canton and Roswell, with varying lengths and gas costs. The best route for your trip will depend on your starting location and gas price fluctuations. In general, we suggest taking Route 1 for its directness and reasonable gas cost. With any of these routes, travelers can expect a scenic drive through North Georgia and can anticipate arriving in Roswell in under an hour, traffic permitting.