If you are planning a trip from Johns Creek to Union Point, expect a straightforward journey covering 84.2 miles. This route typically takes about 2 hours and 1 minute to complete, making it a manageable day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via local roads like Groomsbridge Road, Grove Point Road, and Medlock Bridge Road rather than major interstates. Budgeting around $13 for fuel should adequately cover your needs for this Southeast Georgia transit. Because the drive is relatively short and direct, it serves as an efficient way to transition between these two Georgia communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous highway slog, this route relies entirely on local roads, meaning you will encounter zero percent highway driving. The journey requires constant focus as you navigate the winding path through the region. Because there are no designated stops scheduled into the 84.2-mile distance, you can expect a continuous, steady pace. You will find that the road's personality is defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed cruising.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
University Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 33.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road.
Driving Effort5/10
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 84.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles (GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (Howell Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (West Lawrenceville Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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.
5
3.2 mi into trip|~7m in|Howell Ferry Road
Turn left onto Howell Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4 mi into trip|~9m in|West Lawrenceville Street
Enter roundabout onto West Lawrenceville Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
12.7 mi into trip|~23m in|US 29; GA 8
Take the ramp onto US 29; GA 8 toward GA 316 East, US 29 North, GA 8 North: Winder
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward GA 316 East, US 29 North, GA 8 North: Wi...
6
76.6 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|US 278; GA 12; GA 15 / West Broad Street
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12; GA 15 / West Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
University Parkway
33.6 mi
40m
Athens Highway
12.3 mi
16m
North Main Street
11.8 mi
17m
Duluth Highway
8.2 mi
12m
Union Point Highway
5.1 mi
7m
Mars Hill Road
2.8 mi
4m
West Broad Street
2.4 mi
4m
Experiment Station Road
1.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 33.6 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johns Creek, GA and Union Point, 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
0.4 mi·35 sec·Medlock Bridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto State Bridge Road
0.9 mi·1 min·State Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on Pleasant Hill Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Pleasant Hill Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto Howell Ferry Road
0.2 mi·40 sec·Howell Ferry Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on McClure Bridge Road
0.5 mi·1 min·McClure Bridge Road
9
Enter roundabout onto West Lawrenceville Street
129 ft·3 sec·West Lawrenceville Street
10
Continue on West Lawrenceville Street
0.5 mi·1 min·West Lawrenceville Street
11
Continue on GA 120
8.2 mi·12 min·Duluth Highway
Use the left lane.
12
Take the ramp onto US 29; GA 8
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 29; GA 8
Toward GA 316 East, US 29 North, GA 8 North: WinderUse the left lane.
13
Merge onto GA 316; US 29; GA 8
34 mi·40 min·University Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Oconee Connector
0.3 mi·33 sec·Oconee Connector
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on Mars Hill Road
2.8 mi·4 min·Mars Hill Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on GA 53
1.9 mi·3 min·Experiment Station Road
17
Turn right onto US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 15
12 mi·17 min·North Main Street
18
Continue on GA 15
12 mi·16 min·Athens Highway
19
Continue on GA 15
0.9 mi·1 min·North Laurel Avenue
20
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12; GA 15
2.4 mi·4 min·West Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 278; GA 12; GA 44
5.1 mi·7 min·Union Point Highway
22
Turn left onto Scott Street
0.1 mi·33 sec·Scott Street
23
Turn left onto Carlton Avenue
319 ft·13 sec·Carlton Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Carlton Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this 2-hour trip lacks designated stops, it is wise to handle any refueling or personal breaks before you depart Johns Creek. Given that the entire route consists of local roads, keep an eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns with confidence. You have plenty of flexibility here, so feel free to time your departure to avoid local peak traffic hours. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to ensure your vehicle is ready for a turn-heavy journey, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be actively steering for the duration of the trip.
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 42.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 19 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union Point, 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 84.2 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Johns Creek, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on University Parkway for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.1 mi from Johns Creek, GA
· 59m into the drive
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Johns Creek, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union Point, GA
The final approach into Union Point, 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 Union Point, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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,...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
$5
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
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...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 2.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.17 one way
$26.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.40
$28.79
premium
$4.70
$15.58
$31.17
diesel
$5.61
$18.59
$37.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.3
0
$8.84
$4.04
Efficient EV
21.1
0
$7.37
$3.37
EV Truck/SUV
33.7
0
$11.79
$5.39
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Johns Creek, GA
Afternoon
in Johns Creek on Friday
Local time
3:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Union Point, GA
Afternoon
in Union Point on Friday
Local time
3:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
2h 1m 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 Union Point, GA covers 84.2 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University Parkway, Athens Highway, North Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.1 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 $13.17 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 84.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles (GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (Howell Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (West Lawrenceville Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Johns Creek, GA to Union Point, 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.
