Traveling from Johns Creek to Alma covers 235.1 miles, a journey that typically takes 4 hours and 51 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $38 on fuel for the trip. Navigating through the Southeast, you will primarily utilize I-75, I-16, and US-319 to complete the transit. It is a straightforward route that moves you efficiently through the region, making it a practical choice for those who prefer a direct path over scenic detours. Whether you are heading south for business or a visit, the steady pace of this drive ensures you remain on schedule.
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
117.6 miles from Johns Creek, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
61.6 mi
1h 6m
I 16
50 mi
53m
US 319
28.6 mi
39m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
20.1 mi
23m
Alma Highway
17.6 mi
26m
East Golden Isles Highway
16 mi
22m
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.2 mi
11m
US 1
6.3 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 61.6 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johns Creek, GA and Alma, GA.
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Start on Morgan Hill Court
270 ft·17 sec·Morgan Hill Court
2
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi·2 min·Groomsbridge Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi·45 sec·Grove Point Road
4
Turn right onto GA 141
2.1 mi·3 min·Medlock Bridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on GA 141
3.9 mi·6 min·Peachtree Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit onto GA 141
0.2 mi·15 sec·GA 141
Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
7
Merge onto GA 141
3.7 mi·5 min·Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 285 EastUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 285
20 mi·23 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
1.1 mi·2 min
Exit 52Toward I 675 South: MaconUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 675
10 mi·11 min·Terrell Starr Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 75
49 mi·53 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
12 mi·13 min·I 75
Toward Macon, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Exit 165Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, SavannahUse the slight right lane.
15
Continue on I 16
50 mi·53 min·I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 51Toward US 319, US 441: Dublin, McRae
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Turn right onto US 319; US 441; GA 31; GA 117
29 mi·39 min·US 319; US 441; GA 31; GA 117
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit onto US 319; US 441; GA 31
328 ft·9 sec·US 319; US 441; GA 31
19
Merge onto US 280; US 319; US 441; GA 30; GA 31
1.6 mi·2 min·US 280; US 319; US 441; GA 30; GA 31
20
Turn left onto US 23; US 341; GA 27
1.6 mi·3 min·East Oak Street
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 27
16 mi·22 min·East Golden Isles Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 19; GA 27
5.3 mi·7 min·Lumber City Highway
23
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 19; GA 27
0.9 mi·1 min·West Coffee Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn slight right onto US 221; 135
246 ft·4 sec·Hazlehurst Denton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 221; GA 135
0.8 mi·1 min·North Tallahassee Street
26
Turn left onto US 221; 135; 135 Connector
0.8 mi·1 min·East Jefferson Street
27
Continue on GA 135 Connector
424 ft·7 sec·Alma Road
28
Continue on US 23; GA 19
18 mi·26 min·Alma Highway
29
Turn right onto US 1; US 23; GA 4
6.3 mi·7 min·US 1; US 23; GA 4
30
Turn left onto GA 32
89 ft·1 sec·East 16th Street
31
Arrive at destination
GA 32
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 51-minute transit, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since this route is optimized for efficiency, departing early in the morning can help you avoid potential congestion on the interstate portions of the drive. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longer stretches on I-75, as the highway intensity can impact your consumption. With a total estimated fuel cost of $38, it is wise to fill up before hitting the road to avoid refueling at premium prices along the highway. This drive offers enough flexibility to adjust your pace as needed, so prioritize your comfort over rigid timing.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.6 miles from Johns Creek, GA, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.6 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 52 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.6 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alma, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Johns Creek, 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 Johns Creek, GA
This is one driving day of about 235.1 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Johns Creek, 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 I 75 for about 61.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.7 and 155.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
10.7 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the exit toward I 285 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 285 East
7
31.3 mi into trip|~42m in
Take the exit toward I 675 South: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward I 675 South: Macon
8
91.9 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Macon, Savannah
8
104.1 mi into trip|~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
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 165
Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
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155.2 mi into trip|~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward US 319, US 441: Dublin, McRae
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 51
Toward US 319, US 441: Dublin, McRae
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.76 one way
$73.53 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg82 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$40.20
$80.40
premium
$4.70
$43.51
$87.02
diesel
$5.61
$51.91
$103.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.5
0
$24.69
$11.28
Efficient EV
58.8
0
$20.57
$9.40
EV Truck/SUV
94
1
$32.91
$15.05
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Johns Creek, GA
Late night
in Johns Creek on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
SW 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Alma, GA
Late night
in Alma on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
3 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
4h 51m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 105.4
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
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 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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 32.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive defined by efficiency, with 69% of your time spent on highways. The route starts with a solid interstate rhythm, featuring a 61.6-mile stretch on I-75 that stands as your longest uninterrupted segment. As you transition from the interstates onto US-319, the character of the road shifts from high-speed transit to a more localized driving experience. This mix of heavy-duty highway infrastructure and secondary roads keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly technical. You will spend most of your time focused on maintaining a steady speed, making it a predictable and manageable experience behind the wheel.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.7 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 19 significant decision points across 235.1 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 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Johns Creek, GA and Alma, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Mcrae.
Macon
91.9 mi in|~1h 49m|via I 75
Savannah
91.9 mi in|~1h 49m|via I 75
Mcrae
155.2 mi in|~2h 58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 235.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.6 miles on I 75. 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 Alma, 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 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Alma, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
