Origin
Ellijay, GA
Afternoon in Ellijay on Friday
Local time
4:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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Trip from Ellijay, GA to Johns Creek, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
61.2 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ellijay, GA
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Johns Creek, GA
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Trip Overview
Ellijay, GA to Johns Creek, GA is 61.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 29 minutes via APD Highway and Ball Ground Road, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a local, turn-heavy experience rather than an interstate cruise. With a highway share of only 17%, this route is best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads and don't mind frequent turns to reach their destination. Plan for a straightforward, single-day trip with minimal need for overnight stays.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 61.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive', with only 17% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a mix of local roads, including Ball Ground Road and Peachtree Parkway, which will require your attention due to frequent turns. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 24.7 miles on APD Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent driving before you return to navigating local byways. This isn't a route for setting highway speed records; instead, embrace the local feel and the need for navigational awareness.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
APD Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.2 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (GA 2; GA 52 / River Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 2; GA 52 / River Street
Enter roundabout onto GA 2; GA 52 / River Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
25.9 mi into trip
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~34m in
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GA 372; GA 5 Business
Take the exit onto GA 372; GA 5 Business toward GA 372, GA 5 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward GA 372, GA 5 Business
6
29.5 mi into trip
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~39m in
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GA 372 / A. W. Roberts Drive
Turn left onto GA 372 / A. W. Roberts Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| APD Highway | 24.7 mi | 30m |
| Ball Ground Road | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Peachtree Parkway | 7 mi | 9m |
| GA 372 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Medlock Bridge Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Bethelview Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Post Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Cumming Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
APD Highway
— 24.7 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellijay, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
1
Start on North Church Street
419 ft
·
24 sec
·
North Church Street
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
412 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto GA 2; GA 52
311 ft
·
17 sec
·
River Street
4
Continue on GA 2; GA 52
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
5
Turn slight right onto GA 2
443 ft
·
12 sec
·
GA 2
Use the slight right lane.
6
Take the ramp
144 ft
·
3 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto GA 5; GA 515
25 mi
·
30 min
·
APD Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto GA 372; GA 5 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
GA 372; GA 5 Business
Toward GA 372, GA 5 Business
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn left onto GA 372; GA 5 Business
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
GA 372; GA 5 Business
10
Turn slight right onto GA 372; GA 5 Business
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
GA 372; GA 5 Business
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto GA 372
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
A. W. Roberts Drive
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on GA 372
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Gilmer Ferry Road
13
Continue on GA 372
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Ball Ground Road
14
Enter roundabout onto GA 372
132 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ball Ground Road
15
Continue on GA 372
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Ball Ground Road
16
Turn left onto GA 20
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cumming Highway
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on GA 20
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Canton Highway
18
Turn right onto GA 371
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Post Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto Kelly Mill Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kelly Mill Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto GA 141
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Bethelview Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on GA 141
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Peachtree Parkway
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on GA 141
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Medlock Bridge Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Turn right onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Grove Point Road
24
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Groomsbridge Road
25
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court
270 ft
·
11 sec
·
Morgan Hill Court
26
Arrive at destination
Morgan Hill Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from Ellijay, GA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Ellijay, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Johns Creek, GA
The final approach into Johns Creek, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.57 one way
$19.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.46 | $20.93 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Johns Creek, GA
Afternoon in Johns Creek on Friday
Local time
4:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Canton, GA
31 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ellijay, GA to Johns Creek, GA covers 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are APD Highway, Ball Ground Road, Peachtree Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.6 miles from Ellijay, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.2 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (GA 2; GA 52 / River Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ellijay, GA to Johns Creek, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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