How far is Alpharetta, GA from Johns Creek, GA?

Fastest route

The distance between Alpharetta, Georgia, and Johns Creek, Georgia is approximately 9.2 miles. There are multiple route options available.

Directions

To get from Alpharetta to Johns Creek, you can follow these steps:

  1. Start your journey at Alpharetta, Georgia.
  2. Follow the route suggested by Google Maps.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Take the fastest route considering traffic conditions.
  • 🛣️ Use State Bridge Rd for the quickest journey.
  • 🚧 Be aware that some routes may have restricted usage or private roads.
  • 📅 Plan your travel time accordingly, as it can take approximately 16 minutes to reach Johns Creek.
  • 📍 Explore Johns Creek once you arrive.
Trip Tools

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This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
9.23 mi
00h 19m
Flight
6.34 mi
10.2 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
6.34 mi
Kilometers
10.2 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
9.23 mi
Kilometers
14.86 km
Drive Time
00h 19m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Johns Creek
Tue, Apr 28, 9:08 AM EDT
Return by in Alpharetta
Tue, Apr 28, 9:28 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alpharetta
2026-04-28T08:49
Arrive Johns Creek
Tue, Apr 28, 9:08 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:20 AM to 7:20 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:50 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Alpharetta
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Berkeley Lake
GA

City in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States of America

From Alpharetta
4.6 mi
00h 09m
To Johns Creek
4.7 mi
00h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 28 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S
Destination
78°F
Tuesday

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 28 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alpharetta and Johns Creek.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta and Johns Creek.

  1. 1

    Start on Academy Street

    42 m · 11 sec · Academy Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    1750 ft · 32 sec · South Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Old Milton Parkway

    3.9 mi · 7 min · Old Milton Parkway

  4. 4

    Continue on State Bridge Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · State Bridge Road

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on State Bridge Road

    2.8 mi · 5 min · State Bridge Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Medlock Bridge Road

    2346 ft · 48 sec · Medlock Bridge Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Grove Point Road

    1076 ft · 56 sec · Grove Point Road

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road

    2795 ft · 2 min · Groomsbridge Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court

    82 m · 12 sec · Morgan Hill Court

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Morgan Hill Court

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alpharetta and Johns Creek.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
10 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
108.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Old Milton Parkway
3.86 mi · 42%
State Bridge Road
3.76 mi · 41%
Groomsbridge Road
0.53 mi · 6%
Medlock Bridge Road
0.44 mi · 5%
South Main Street
0.33 mi · 4%
Grove Point Road
0.2 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Old Milton Parkway

Turn left onto Old Milton Parkway

3.86 mi · 00h 07m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 19m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3 mi
6.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Berkeley Lake
00h 09m from Alpharetta
Leave By
7:50 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alpharetta and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Johns Creek.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alpharetta to Johns Creek?

The road trip is about 9.3 miles (14.9 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Berkeley Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.6 miles from Alpharetta and 4.7 miles from Johns Creek.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 6.3 miles (10.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.27 one way or $2.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Alpharetta and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Johns Creek.

Stop Ideas Near Berkeley Lake

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Berkeley Lake, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Berkeley Lake.

RAIL

Peachtree Station

28 mi away
1688 Peachtree Street, NW
RAIL

Gainesville

47 mi away
116 Industrial Boulevard
RAIL

Toccoa

103 mi away
47 North Alexander St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alpharetta and Johns Creek. Straight-line distance: 6.34 mi (10.2 km).

Alpharetta

#1 Alpharetta

The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population67,897
Coordinates34.0753800, -84.2940900
Altitude347
CountryUnited States
Johns Creek

#2 Johns Creek

The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia.

Population85,192
Coordinates34.0289300, -84.1985800
Altitude286
CountryUnited States
Start: Academy Street (-84.29408, 34.075615)
End: Morgan Hill Court (-84.198301, 34.028453)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 15 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.32 gal
1.23 L · about $1.27
Round trip
$2.54
0.64 gal · 2.46 L
Estimated CO2
2.8 kg one way
Round trip: 5.7 kg / 13 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $1.27 $2.54
Mid-grade $4.43 $1.42 $2.83
Premium $4.78 $1.53 $3.06
Diesel $5.62 $1.80 $3.60

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Georgia · Apr 28, 2026

There is no time difference between Alpharetta and Johns Creek. The current time is 08:49:10.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.