Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
235.1 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Long day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
The drive from Johns Creek, GA to Alma, GA covers 235.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Groomsbridge Road, Grove Point Road, Medlock Bridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.6 miles from Johns Creek, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 51m drive with frequent turns across 235.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Groomsbridge Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grove Point Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Medlock Bridge Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Peachtree Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| GA 141 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 285 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Johns Creek, GA and Alma, GA.
Start on Morgan Hill Court
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
At the end of the road, turn right onto Grove Point Road
Turn right onto Medlock Bridge Road
Continue on Peachtree Parkway
Take the exit straight toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
Merge slight left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Take the exit slight left toward I 285 East
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Take the exit slight right toward I 675 South: Macon
Continue on Terrell Starr Parkway
Merge slight left
Keep slight left to continue on Macon, Savannah
Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward US 319, US 441: Dublin, McRae
Turn right
Take the exit slight right
Merge slight left
Turn left onto East Oak Street
Continue on East Golden Isles Highway
Continue on Lumber City Highway
Continue on West Coffee Street
Turn slight right onto Hazlehurst Denton Road
Continue on North Tallahassee Street
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
Continue on Alma Road
Continue on Alma Highway
Turn right
Turn left onto East 16th Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.6 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alma, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Johns Creek, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 235.1 miles and 4h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.6 mi from Johns Creek, GA · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 117.6 miles from Johns Creek, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Alma, 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 Alma, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$36.66 one way
$73.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $40.99 | $81.99 |
| premium | $4.78 | $44.22 | $88.45 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $52.06 | $104.11 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.3 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Johns Creek on Saturday
Local time
5:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Alma on Saturday
Local time
5:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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