Country Club Estates, GA to Johns Creek, GA is 326.5 miles and takes about 6h 6m via Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, I 75, and I 95, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, making it a straightforward drive between two points in Georgia. With most of the route on highways, expect a fairly direct path. This is a solid option if you're looking for a manageable one-day drive without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
163.2 miles from Country Club Estates, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
155.9 mi
2h 47m
I 75
62.1 mi
1h 7m
I 95
60.6 mi
1h 5m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
20.2 mi
23m
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi
11m
GA 141
6.2 mi
10m
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
3.6 mi
4m
Chapel Crossing Road
2.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 155.9 mi, about 2h 47m
Traffic on I-285
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 69 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~6,200 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~744 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Country Club Estates, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
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Start on US 17; GA 25
1.0 mi·1 min·Darien Highway
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Turn left onto Chapel Crossing Road
2.2 mi·3 min·Chapel Crossing Road
3
Turn right onto GA 25 Spur
1.0 mi·1 min·Golden Isles Parkway
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: I 95 NorthUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 95
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
0.6 mi·47 sec·I 95
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·50 sec
Exit 99BToward I 16 West: MaconUse the slight right lane.
Toward I 75 North: AtlantaUse the straight / left lanes.
11
Merge onto I 75
62 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675
10 mi·11 min·Terrell Starr Parkway
Exit 227Toward I 675 North: Augusta, GreenvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, GreenvilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 285
20 mi·23 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 31Toward GA 141: Peachtree BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto GA 141
3.6 mi·4 min·Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 141
6.2 mi·10 min·GA 141
Toward GA 141 North: Cumming, DahlonegaUse the slight left / straight lanes.
19
Turn left onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi·56 sec·Grove Point Road
20
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi·2 min·Groomsbridge Road
21
Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court
270 ft·11 sec·Morgan Hill Court
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Arrive at destination
Morgan Hill Court
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic near your destination. With only one recommended stop, you can break up the 326.5 miles as needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway stretches, as services can sometimes be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $50 should give you a good baseline for budgeting. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart a bit later if circumstances require.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 163.2 miles from Country Club Estates, GA, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 155.9 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 72 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.2 miles or 2h 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 4h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Johns Creek, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Country Club Estates, 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 Country Club Estates, GA
This is one driving day of about 326.5 miles and 6h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Country Club Estates, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 155.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 65.3 and 319.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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65.3 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 16 West: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99B
Toward I 16 West: Macon
9
284.5 mi into trip|~5h 10m in|I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 227
Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
8
294.6 mi into trip|~5h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
8
315.6 mi into trip|~5h 47m 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
8
319.5 mi into trip|~5h 52m 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
$48.20 one way
$96.41 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg114 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$52.97
$105.95
premium
$4.49
$57.74
$115.48
diesel
$4.80
$61.65
$123.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
98
1
$34.28
$15.67
Efficient EV
81.6
0
$28.57
$13.06
EV Truck/SUV
130.6
1
$45.71
$20.90
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Country Club Estates, GA
Night
in Country Club Estates on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 6 to 12 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 7:49AM EDT until July 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Destination
Johns Creek, GA
Night
in Johns Creek on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NW 5 mph55% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 7:49AM EDT until July 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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
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
6h 6m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Frederica National Monument
National Monument
War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida. Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ea...
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,...
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 225.1
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 303.9
For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these fort...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
$10
near mile 67.5
St Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Here pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man an...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 91% of the route on major roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 155.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, which will likely feel like open cruising. The transition to surface roads will occur after the highway portion concludes, leading into the final approach to Johns Creek. Expect a steady pace with many exits as you navigate these primary routes.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 155.9 mi on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 65.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 326.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 65.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 284.5 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 294.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
965 ft10 ft
Total Climb
1,036 ft
Total Descent
89 ft
Highest Point
965 ft
~303.1 mi in
Elevation Range
955 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Country Club Estates, GA and Johns Creek, GA, road signs point toward Savannah and Greenville.
Atlanta is the vanguard of the New South, with the charm and elegance of the Old. It's a city that balances southern traditions with sleek modernism, and southern hospitality with three skylines and the world’s busiest airport. It's a city that has been burnt to the ground and built back up; seen the horrors of war; felt the pain of droughts and floods; and given birth to Martin Luther King, Jr., the greatest figure of the civil rights movement. Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia.
Top landmarks
•Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center — nature center in Johns Creek, Georgia, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 6m. Total distance: 326.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 155.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 65.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 284.5 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 294.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Frederica National Monument, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Johns Creek, GA before the return drive.
