Origin
Raoul, GA
Late night in Raoul on Saturday
Local time
2:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Raoul, GA to Johns Creek, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
52.6 mi
85 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Raoul, GA
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Johns Creek, GA
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Trip Overview
Raoul, GA to Johns Creek, GA is 52.6 miles and takes about 1h 10m via Lanier Parkway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, moving from one part of Georgia to another. You'll experience a mixed drive, meaning it's not a single type of road for the entire journey. Given the brief duration and manageable distance, this is a perfect single-day excursion for those looking for a straightforward trip without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 52.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive offers a bit of everything, with 41% of it on highways. Expect to spend a good portion of your time on Lanier Parkway, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 20.2 miles. As you transition to Cornelia Highway and then Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, the character of the road will likely shift, offering a mix of faster sections and potentially more local traffic. It’s a drive that keeps you engaged without feeling overly demanding.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lanier Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 20.2 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Gainesville Highway.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 52.6 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: near the start (Gainesville Highway): Navigation decision point; at 35.7 miles (US 23): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles (Peachtree Industrial Boulevard): 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Gainesville Highway
Turn left onto Gainesville Highway
Navigation decision point
8
35.7 mi into trip
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~42m in
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US 23
Take the exit onto US 23 toward US 23 South, GA 20: Buford, Cumming
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 4
Toward US 23 South, GA 20: Buford, Cumming
4
38.4 mi into trip
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~47m in
|
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Turn left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
43.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
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McGinnis Ferry Road
Turn right onto McGinnis Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
48.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
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GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road
Turn left onto GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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 Raoul, GA to Johns Creek, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
Cumming
35.7 mi in
|
~42m
|
via US 23
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lanier Parkway | 20.2 mi | 21m |
| Cornelia Highway | 13 mi | 15m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| McGinnis Ferry Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Medlock Bridge Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Buford Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Tommy Irwin Parkway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Nelson Brogdon Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Lanier Parkway
— 20.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raoul, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
1
Start on County Road 221
79 ft
·
10 sec
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County Road 221
2
Turn left onto Gainesville Highway
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Gainesville Highway
3
Turn right onto Mount Zion Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Mount Zion Road
4
Turn left onto US 23; GA 365
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Tommy Irwin Parkway
5
Continue on US 23; GA 365
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Cornelia Highway
6
Continue on I 985; US 23
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Lanier Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 23
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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US 23
Exit 4
Toward US 23 South, GA 20: Buford, Cumming
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on US 23; GA 20
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Buford Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on GA 20
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Nelson Brogdon Boulevard
10
Continue on GA 20
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Buford Drive
11
Turn left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto McGinnis Ferry Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
McGinnis Ferry Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto GA 141
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Medlock Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Grove Point Road
15
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Groomsbridge Road
16
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court
270 ft
·
11 sec
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Morgan Hill Court
17
Arrive at destination
Morgan Hill Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.3 mi from Raoul, GA · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Raoul, 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
$8.23 one way
$16.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Late night in Johns Creek on Saturday
Local time
2:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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 10m 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 Raoul, GA to Johns Creek, GA covers 52.6 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lanier Parkway, Cornelia Highway, Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.3 miles from Raoul, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.23 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 52.6 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: near the start (Gainesville Highway): Navigation decision point; at 35.7 miles (US 23): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles (Peachtree Industrial Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Raoul, GA to Johns Creek, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Cumming along the way.
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.
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