Leesburg to Johns Creek is 198.6 miles and takes about 3h 52m via I 75, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, taking you from the southwestern part of the state up to the northeastern suburbs of Atlanta. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward drive for a single day. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to cover ground with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
99.3 miles from Leesburg, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
106.6 mi
1h 54m
GA 300
22.8 mi
28m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
20.2 mi
23m
Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi
17m
Main Street East
11.1 mi
15m
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi
11m
GA 141
6.2 mi
10m
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
3.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 106.6 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
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Start on this road
170 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto GA 32
11 mi·15 min·Main Street East
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Turn left onto GA 300
23 mi·28 min·GA 300
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I-75 North: MaconUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
16 mi·17 min·Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156Toward I 475 North: AtlantaUse the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 75
49 mi·53 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, GreenvilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 285
20 mi·23 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 31Toward GA 141: Peachtree BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto GA 141
3.6 mi·4 min·Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
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.
15
Turn left onto Grove Point Road
0.2 mi·56 sec·Grove Point Road
16
Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road
0.5 mi·2 min·Groomsbridge Road
17
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
To make the most of this 3h 52m drive, plan to depart Leesburg in the morning to avoid the worst of any potential traffic, especially as you near Johns Creek. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major exit is over 100 miles. The $31 fuel estimate is a good baseline, but check current prices. You'll notice the highway density increase significantly as you get closer to your destination.
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 99.3 miles from Leesburg, GA, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.6 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 44 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.3 miles or 1h 54m 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 4m
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 Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, GA
This is one driving day of about 198.6 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Leesburg, 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 106.6 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 91.3 and 191.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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91.3 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
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156.7 mi into trip|~2h 57m 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
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166.8 mi into trip|~3h 8m 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
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187.8 mi into trip|~3h 33m 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
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191.7 mi into trip|~3h 39m 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
$31.06 one way
$62.11 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$33.96
$67.91
premium
$4.70
$36.76
$73.51
diesel
$5.61
$43.85
$87.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.6
0
$20.85
$9.53
Efficient EV
49.7
0
$17.38
$7.94
EV Truck/SUV
79.4
0
$27.80
$12.71
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Leesburg, GA
Late night
in Leesburg on Sunday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Johns Creek, GA
Late night
in Johns Creek on Sunday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Jackson, GA
99 mi in
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
26 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
3h 52m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
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,...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
$5
near mile 191.8
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
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...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 95.9
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
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 178.1
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influenc...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 73% of the 198.6 miles on major roads like I 75. You'll experience a long stretch of 106.6 miles on I 75 before transitioning to other routes. Expect a high density of exits and merging traffic as you approach the Atlanta metropolitan area, particularly on the Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and GA 300. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 91.3 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.
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 14 significant decision points across 198.6 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 91.3 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.7 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 166.8 miles: 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.
On the drive from Leesburg, GA to Johns Creek, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
156.7 mi in|~2h 57m|via I 675
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 198.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.6 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 91.3 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.7 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 166.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Johns Creek, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
