Origin
Johns Creek, GA
Evening in Johns Creek on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johns Creek, GA to Vinings, GA
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.1 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johns Creek, GA
Thomas K
Vinings, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Johns Creek to Vinings, expect a straightforward 24.1-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You will navigate a combination of local arteries, including Peachtree Parkway and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, before connecting to the Atlanta Bypass. With fuel costs estimated at $4, this is an incredibly efficient commute within the Southeast region. Whether you are heading to a meeting or visiting friends, the short duration makes this a very manageable drive for any time of day.
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
12.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While roughly 19% of the route is comprised of highway driving, the experience is defined by shifting between suburban thoroughfares and the faster flow of the Atlanta Bypass. You can expect your longest stretch of uninterrupted driving to be a 10-mile segment on the Perimeter. Because the route transitions from dense local corridors to highway speeds, the personality of the road changes frequently. Keep your hands on the wheel and stay alert, as the mix of local turns and highway merging keeps the pace dynamic.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter is the longest continuous segment at about 10 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 24.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
10.5 mi into trip
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~17m in
Take the exit toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
8
20.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20
Toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
8
21.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Atlanta, Cobb Parkway, Truist Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta, Cobb Parkway, Truis...
7
21.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
7
22.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Cumberland Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Cumberland Boulevard
Towns Along This Route
Between Johns Creek, GA and Vinings, GA, road signs point toward Chamblee, Chattanooga, Marietta and Truist Park.
Chamblee
6.8 mi in
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~13m
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via GA 141
Chattanooga
10.5 mi in
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~17m
Marietta
20.8 mi in
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~30m
Truist Park
21.1 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 10 mi | 12m |
| Peachtree Parkway | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Medlock Bridge Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Paces Mill Road Southeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Groomsbridge Road | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Cobb Parkway South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cumberland Boulevard Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
— 10 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johns Creek, GA and Vinings, GA.
1
Start on Morgan Hill Court
270 ft
·
17 sec
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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
·
45 sec
·
Grove Point Road
4
Turn right onto GA 141
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Medlock Bridge Road
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on GA 141
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Peachtree Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit onto GA 141
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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GA 141
Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
7
Merge onto GA 141
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 285
10.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 20
Toward I 75: Atlanta, Marietta, Chattanooga
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta, Cobb Parkway, Truist Park
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
Use the slight left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Cumberland Boulevard
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Cumberland Boulevard Southeast
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Cumberland Boulevard Southeast
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto US 41; GA 3
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Cobb Parkway South
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Paces Mill Road Southeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Paces Mill Road Southeast
17
Turn sharp left
213 ft
·
17 sec
18
Turn right onto Paces Ferry Road Southeast
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Paces Ferry Road Southeast
19
Turn left onto Cochise Drive Southeast
254 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cochise Drive Southeast
20
Arrive at destination
Cochise Drive Southeast
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 37-minute excursion, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure schedule. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 24.1-mile distance is easily completed in one go. However, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means you should double-check your navigation before setting off to avoid missing key junctions. Fueling up beforehand for your $4 budget ensures you can cruise through the Perimeter without any unnecessary detours. Aim to avoid peak commute hours to make the most of the short distance and keep your drive time closer to the lower end of the estimate.
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 12.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10 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 24.1 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.1 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vinings, 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 24.1 miles and 37m.
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 Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter for about 10 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.1 mi from Johns Creek, GA · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Vinings, GA
The final approach into Vinings, 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 Vinings, 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
$3.86 one way
$7.71 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
| premium | $4.78 | $4.53 | $9.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Vinings, GA
Evening in Vinings on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Cleveland, TN
12 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
26 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
37m 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 Johns Creek, GA to Vinings, GA covers 24.1 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.1 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 $3.86 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 is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 24.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Johns Creek, GA and Vinings, GA, road signs point toward Chamblee, Chattanooga, Marietta and Truist Park.
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