Origin
Alpharetta, GA
Late night in Alpharetta on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alpharetta, GA to Johns Creek, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.2 mi
15 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpharetta, GA
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Johns Creek, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Alpharetta and Johns Creek is a quick, straightforward journey covering just 9.2 miles. You can expect to complete this trip in roughly 18 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel cost estimated at only $1, this is an incredibly budget-friendly route within the Southeast region. Since the origin and destination are both located in Georgia, you won't need to worry about crossing regional boundaries or planning for overnight stays. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as an efficient connection between these two suburban hubs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Old Milton Parkway | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| State Bridge Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Groomsbridge Road | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Medlock Bridge Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Grove Point Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Morgan Hill Court | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Academy Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Old Milton Parkway
— 3.9 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
1
Start on Academy Street
139 ft
·
11 sec
·
Academy Street
2
Turn left onto GA 9
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto GA 120
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Milton Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on GA 120
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto State Bridge Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Bridge Road
6
Turn left onto GA 141
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Medlock Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Grove Point Road
8
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Groomsbridge Road
9
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court
270 ft
·
11 sec
·
Morgan Hill Court
10
Arrive at destination
Morgan Hill Court
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 9 / South Main Street
Turn left onto GA 9 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 120 / Old Milton Parkway
Turn left onto GA 120 / Old Milton Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
5.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
State Bridge Road
Keep slight right at fork onto State Bridge Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road
Turn left onto GA 141 / Medlock Bridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
9.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Morgan Hill Court
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.44 one way
$2.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.57 | $3.15 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.70 | $3.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.03 | $4.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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 Sunday
Local time
12:24 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
18m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 9.2-mile stretch. You will spend about 42% of your time on highways, transitioning between busier thoroughfares and local streets. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip is a 3.9-mile segment along Old Milton Parkway, which dictates much of the initial pace. You will find yourself moving from Old Milton Parkway onto State Bridge Road and Groomsbridge Road, creating a varied feel behind the wheel. The route balances faster highway movement with the more controlled flow of local roads, providing a steady ride throughout.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.9 mi on Old Milton Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 9 / South Main Street.
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 9.2 miles you will encounter 6 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 (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (GA 120 / Old Milton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles (State Bridge Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 9.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.9 miles on Old Milton Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (GA 120 / Old Milton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles (State Bridge Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Johns Creek, GA before heading back.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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