Origin
Carrollton, GA
Late night in Carrollton on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Carrollton, 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
1h 36m
Distance
73.7 mi
119 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carrollton, GA
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Johns Creek, GA
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Trip Overview
This 73.7-mile drive from Carrollton, GA to Johns Creek, GA is a manageable 1 hour and 36 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate via the Tom Murphy Freeway and Atlanta Bypass, also known as The Perimeter, before transitioning to GA 113. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this route offers an efficient way to travel within the Southeast region. The drive-focused profile suggests a practical journey rather than a leisurely exploration, best suited for those looking to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss. You won't need an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.8 miles from Carrollton, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Murphy Freeway | 29.3 mi | 31m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 18.7 mi | 22m |
| GA 113 | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| GA 141 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Fulton Industrial Boulevard Northwest | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Park Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Fulton Industrial Boulevard Southwest | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tom Murphy Freeway
— 29.3 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carrollton, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
1
Start on this road
142 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right
189 ft
·
16 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto North Cliff Street
161 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Cliff Street
4
Turn left onto Alabama Street
288 ft
·
9 sec
·
Alabama Street
5
Turn right onto US 27; GA 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Park Street
6
Turn slight right onto GA 113
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
GA 113
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 20 East
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 20
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Tom Murphy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 49
Toward GA 70: Fulton Industrial Boulevard, Fulton County Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on GA 70
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Fulton Industrial Boulevard Southwest
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on GA 70
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Fulton Industrial Boulevard Northwest
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto US 78; US 278; GA 8
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Northwest
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 285 North
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto I 285
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 31B
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto GA 141
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
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.
18
Turn left onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Grove Point Road
19
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Groomsbridge Road
20
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court
270 ft
·
11 sec
·
Morgan Hill Court
21
Arrive at destination
Morgan Hill Court
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 36 minutes, this trip offers excellent flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, but aiming to leave Carrollton outside of peak morning or afternoon commute times will help ensure a smoother drive. With no designated stops included in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, especially considering the longest stretch is nearly 30 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, with an estimated cost of $12 for the 73.7 miles; it's wise to start with a full tank or know where your next refueling opportunity will be along the main roads like the Atlanta Bypass.
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 36.8 miles from Carrollton, GA, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.3 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 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 44m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Johns Creek, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Carrollton, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Carrollton, GA
This is one driving day of about 73.7 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Carrollton, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Tom Murphy Freeway for about 29.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Carrollton, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 66.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Cliff Street
At end of road, turn right onto North Cliff Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
40.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward GA 70: Fulton Industrial Boulevard, Fulton County Airport
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 49
Toward GA 70: Fulton Industrial Boulevard, Fult...
7
43.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Turn left toward I 285 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 285 North
7
62.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31B
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Industrial Boule...
8
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.53 one way
$23.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.60 | $25.20 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.27 | $32.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
4 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
1h 36m 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 highway-focused experience for about 61% of this journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29.3 miles along the Tom Murphy Freeway, offering a good opportunity to settle into a steady pace. While the route utilizes major freeways, the inclusion of GA 113 suggests a shift in road type as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience both faster highway driving and potentially more local road conditions, so be prepared for varying traffic patterns and speed limits as the drive progresses.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.3 mi on Tom Murphy Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tom Murphy Freeway and Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Cliff Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (North Cliff Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 40.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Carrollton, GA and Johns Creek, GA, road signs point toward Fulton County Airport and Dahlonega.
Fulton County Airport
40.5 mi in
|
~48m
Dahlonega
66.7 mi in
|
~1h 22m
|
via GA 141
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 73.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.3 miles on Tom Murphy Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Johns Creek, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 0.1 miles (North Cliff Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 40.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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