Origin
Jonesboro, GA
Night in Jonesboro on Thursday
Local time
9:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jonesboro, GA to Johns Creek, GA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
44.2 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jonesboro, GA
Kelly
Johns Creek, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jonesboro, GA to Johns Creek, GA covers 44.2 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Jonesboro Road, GA 141 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.3 miles on Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 44.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 3m drive with frequent turns across 44.2 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.
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter is the longest continuous segment at about 23.3 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 9.8 miles in near I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.2 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 9.8 miles (I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
9.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge onto I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
33.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31
Toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard
8
33.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard
5
33.6 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Merge onto GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
37.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
GA 141
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 141 toward GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jonesboro, GA to Johns Creek, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Dahlonega along the way.
Dahlonega
37.2 mi in
|
~50m
|
via GA 141
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 23.3 mi | 26m |
| Jonesboro Road | 8.9 mi | 14m |
| GA 141 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Groomsbridge Road | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Grove Point Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Morgan Hill Court | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
— 23.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
1
Start on Courthouse Way
201 ft
·
11 sec
·
Courthouse Way
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on Jonesboro Road
8.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Jonesboro Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 285 East
5
Merge onto I 285
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 31
Toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto GA 141
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 141
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
GA 141
Toward GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Turn left onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Grove Point Road
11
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Groomsbridge Road
12
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court
270 ft
·
11 sec
·
Morgan Hill Court
13
Arrive at destination
Morgan Hill Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.1 mi from Jonesboro, GA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Jonesboro, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Johns Creek, GA
The final approach into Johns Creek, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.91 one way
$13.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.56 | $15.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Johns Creek, GA
Night in Johns Creek on Thursday
Local time
9:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Decatur, GA
22 mi in
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
2 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
1h 3m 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 Jonesboro, GA to Johns Creek, GA covers 44.2 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Jonesboro Road, GA 141. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.1 miles from Jonesboro, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.91 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 44.2 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 9.8 miles (I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Jonesboro, GA to Johns Creek, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Dahlonega along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
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