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Trip from Johns Creek, GA to Suwanee, GA

Drive Time

18m

Distance

10.2 mi

16 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

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Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 17m ★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Johns Creek, GA to Suwanee, GA covers 10.2 miles and takes about 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Buford Highway, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Abbotts Bridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.6 miles on Buford Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.63 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

5.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 18m drive with frequent turns across 10.2 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Buford Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.6 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Groomsbridge Road.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Groomsbridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Grove Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (Parsons Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Groomsbridge Road

Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road

Navigation decision point

4
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | Grove Point Road

At end of road, turn right onto Grove Point Road

Navigation decision point

6
1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | Parsons Road

Turn right onto Parsons Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip | ~6m in | GA 120 / Abbotts Bridge Road

Turn right onto GA 120 / Abbotts Bridge Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
6.6 mi into trip | ~13m in | US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway

Turn left onto US 23; GA 13 / Buford Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Buford Highway 3.6 mi 5m
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard 2.4 mi 4m
Abbotts Bridge Road 1.4 mi 2m
Medlock Bridge Road 1.2 mi 1m
Parsons Road 0.7 mi 1m
Groomsbridge Road 0.5 mi 2m
Sugarloaf Parkway 0.2 mi <1m
Grove Point Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Buford Highway — 3.6 mi, about 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Johns Creek, GA and Suwanee, GA.

1

Start on Morgan Hill Court

270 ft · 17 sec · Morgan Hill Court
2

Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road

0.5 mi · 2 min · Groomsbridge Road
3

At end of road, turn right onto Grove Point Road

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Grove Point Road
4

Turn left onto GA 141

1.2 mi · 1 min · Medlock Bridge Road
5

Turn right onto Parsons Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Parsons Road
Use the left lane.
6

Turn right onto GA 120

1.4 mi · 2 min · Abbotts Bridge Road
Use the right lane.
7

Turn left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

2.4 mi · 4 min · Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8

Turn right onto Sugarloaf Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Sugarloaf Parkway
9

Turn left onto US 23; GA 13

3.5 mi · 5 min · Buford Highway
Use the left lane.
10

Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 13

117 ft · 1 sec · Buford Highway
11

Continue on US 23; GA 13

200 ft · 10 sec · Buford Highway
12

Continue on US 23; GA 13

34 ft · 0 sec · Buford Highway
13

Arrive at destination

US 23; GA 13

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 10.2 miles or 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 5.1 miles or 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Suwanee, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Johns Creek, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Johns Creek, GA

This is one driving day of about 10.2 miles and 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Johns Creek, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Buford Highway for about 3.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 5.1 mi from Johns Creek, GA · 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cleveland, TN

5 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

Cleveland, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cleveland, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Suwanee, GA

The final approach into Suwanee, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Suwanee, GA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.63 one way

$3.26 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $1.78 $3.56
premium $4.78 $1.92 $3.84
diesel $5.64 $2.27 $4.53

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.1 0 $1.07 $0.49
Efficient EV 2.6 0 $0.89 $0.41
EV Truck/SUV 4.1 0 $1.43 $0.65

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 6 hours ago

Origin

Johns Creek, GA

Afternoon in Johns Creek on Monday

Local time

1:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Partly Sunny

SW 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:22AM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:08AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Destination

Suwanee, GA

Afternoon in Suwanee on Monday

Local time

1:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

77°F

Cleveland, TN

5 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

19 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

18m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Johns Creek, GA to Suwanee, GA covers 10.2 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Buford Highway, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Abbotts Bridge Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.63 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 10.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Groomsbridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Grove Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (Parsons Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Johns Creek, GA to Suwanee, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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