Origin
Johns Creek, GA
Afternoon in Johns Creek on Saturday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johns Creek, GA to Fitzgerald, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h
Distance
205.2 mi
330 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
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6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 10m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johns Creek, GA
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Fitzgerald, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Johns Creek, GA to Fitzgerald, GA covers 205.2 miles and takes about 4h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Fall Line Freeway, I 75, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.8 miles on Fall Line Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.09 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
102.6 miles from Johns Creek, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Line Freeway | 73.8 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 75 | 49.3 mi | 53m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 20.1 mi | 23m |
| Sylvester Road | 18.8 mi | 25m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| Terrell Starr Parkway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Peachtree Parkway | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Fall Line Freeway
— 73.8 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johns Creek, GA and Fitzgerald, 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
·
45 sec
·
Grove Point Road
4
Turn right onto GA 141
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Medlock Bridge Road
Use the 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
·
GA 141
Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
7
Merge onto GA 141
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 285 East
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 285
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 52
Toward I 675 South: Macon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 675
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Terrell Starr Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 75
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 82
Toward GA 107, GA 112: Ashburn, Fitzgerald
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto GA 107; GA 112
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East Washington Avenue
17
Continue on GA 107; GA 112
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Sylvester Road
18
Continue on GA 107
18 mi
·
24 min
·
Sylvester Road
19
Turn right onto Walker Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Walker Avenue
20
Turn left onto Irwinville Highway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Irwinville Highway
21
Continue on West Central Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Central Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on East Central Avenue
175 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Central Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
East Central Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.6 miles from Johns Creek, GA, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 45 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.6 miles or 2h 1m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fitzgerald, 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 205.2 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Johns Creek, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Fall Line Freeway for about 73.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.6 miles from Johns Creek, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Fall Line Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 181.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road
Turn right onto GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
10.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 285 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 285 East
7
31.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 675 South: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward I 675 South: Macon
8
91.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
8
181.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 26m in
Take the exit toward GA 107, GA 112: Ashburn, Fitzgerald
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.
Exit 82
Toward GA 107, GA 112: Ashburn, Fitzgerald
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.09 one way
$64.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $35.09 | $70.17 |
| premium | $4.70 | $37.98 | $75.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.31 | $90.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.55 | $9.85 |
| Efficient EV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.96 | $8.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.1 | 1 | $28.73 | $13.13 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Fitzgerald, GA
Afternoon in Fitzgerald on Saturday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Jackson, GA
103 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
27 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
4h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
$5
near mile 7.1
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 28.3
View on nps.gov
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 106.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
205.2 mi in 4h, mostly highway — 73.8 mi of that is on Fall Line Freeway.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.8 mi on Fall Line Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Fall Line Freeway and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 205.2 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 0.8 miles (GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
956 ft
293 ft
Total Climb
144 ft
Total Descent
738 ft
Highest Point
956 ft
Elevation Range
663 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 205.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.8 miles on Fall Line Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Fitzgerald, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Fitzgerald, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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