Origin
Russell, GA
Late night in Russell on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russell, 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
52m
Distance
34.8 mi
56 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russell, GA
Piotr Kowalonek
Johns Creek, GA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 34.8-mile drive from Russell, GA to Johns Creek, GA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 52 minutes. You'll primarily be navigating University Parkway and US 29, with a portion on Monroe Highway, making for a predominantly highway-focused experience. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $5, this route offers a convenient and efficient way to travel within the Southeast region. There are no planned stops, but the short duration means you won't need to break it up into multiple days.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Parkway | 17.7 mi | 21m |
| US 29 | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| Monroe Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Hill Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| State Bridge Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| McClure Bridge Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Groomsbridge Road | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| West Lawrenceville Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
University Parkway
— 17.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell, GA and Johns Creek, GA.
1
Start on this road
236 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Midland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Midland Avenue
3
Turn left onto Russell Cemetery Road
414 ft
·
20 sec
·
Russell Cemetery Road
4
Turn right onto GA 8; GA 53
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Atlanta Highway Southeast
5
Continue on GA 8; GA 53
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
May Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn sharp left onto GA 11
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Monroe Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on GA 11
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Christmas Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
9
Merge onto US 29; GA 316
18 mi
·
21 min
·
University Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 29; GA 8
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
US 29; GA 8
Toward GA 120, US 29 South, GA 8 South: Duluth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on 120
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lawrenceville Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto McClure Bridge Road
222 ft
·
6 sec
·
McClure Bridge Road
13
Continue on McClure Bridge Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
McClure Bridge Road
14
Continue on Howell Ferry Road
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Howell Ferry Road
15
Turn right onto Pleasant Hill Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Hill Road
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on State Bridge Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Bridge Road
17
Turn right onto GA 141
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Medlock Bridge Road
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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.4 miles from Russell, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Midland Avenue
Turn right onto East Midland Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Russell Cemetery Road
Turn left onto Russell Cemetery Road
Navigation decision point
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
GA 11 / Monroe Highway
Turn sharp left onto GA 11 / Monroe Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 29; GA 316 / University Parkway
Merge onto US 29; GA 316 / University Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
21.9 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
US 29; GA 8
Take the exit onto US 29; GA 8 toward GA 120, US 29 South, GA 8 South: Duluth
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.
Toward GA 120, US 29 South, GA 8 South: Duluth
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.44 one way
$10.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.95 | $11.90 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.68 | $15.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
12:23 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
32 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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for about 75% of this journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.7 miles on University Parkway, offering a good period of consistent travel. While largely on main roads, the transition between University Parkway, US 29, and Monroe Highway will keep things from feeling entirely monotonous. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic vistas.
75% 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: 17.7 mi on University Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on University Parkway and US 29. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Midland Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 34.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 (East Midland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Russell Cemetery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (GA 11 / Monroe Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 34.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on University Parkway. 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: near the start (East Midland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Russell Cemetery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (GA 11 / Monroe Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. 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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