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

The driving distance from Putney, GA to Johns Creek, GA is about 209.2 miles (336.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 176.8 miles (284.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
209.21 mi
03h 29m
Flight
176.85 mi
284.62 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
176.85 mi
Kilometers
284.62 km
Flight Time
00h 21m

Driving Distance

Road route
209.21 mi
Kilometers
336.69 km
Drive Time
03h 29m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 29m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Johns Creek
Thu, Apr 23, 2:02 AM EDT
Return by in Putney
Thu, Apr 23, 5:32 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Putney
2026-04-22T22:33
Arrive Johns Creek
Thu, Apr 23, 2:02 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 29m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:29 AM to 11:29 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:02 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Putney
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Macon
GA

The second most populous city in Georgia.

From Putney
104.5 mi
01h 44m
To Johns Creek
104.8 mi
01h 44m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Wednesday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
83°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Liberty Expressway

    6.8 mi · 9 min · Liberty Expressway

  2. 2

    Take the exit slight right toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton

    1377 ft · 34 sec

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto East Oglethorpe Boulevard

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard

  4. 4

    Continue on Sylvester Highway

    1210 ft · 29 sec · Sylvester Highway

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Cordele Road

    13.8 mi · 17 min · Cordele Road

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    21.9 mi · 27 min

  7. 7

    Turn left onto I-75 North: Macon

    1745 ft · 42 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    57.1 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway

    15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway

  10. 10

    Merge slight right

    49.5 mi · 54 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Terrell Starr Parkway

    10.1 mi · 12 min · Terrell Starr Parkway

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville

    1 km · 1 min

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

    20.2 mi · 23 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard

    972 ft · 33 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard

    1361 ft · 36 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

    3.6 mi · 5 min · Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega

    6.2 mi · 10 min

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Grove Point Road

    1076 ft · 56 sec · Grove Point Road

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road

    2795 ft · 2 min · Groomsbridge Road

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court

    82 m · 12 sec · Morgan Hill Court

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Morgan Hill Court

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
21 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
4 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Larry Justice Highway
65.3 mi · 31%
I-75 North
57.4 mi · 27%
Cordele Road
35.7 mi · 17%
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
20.2 mi · 10%
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi · 5%
Liberty Expressway
6.8 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I-75 North

Merge slight left

57.1 mi · 01h 01m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 29m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+32.4 mi
176.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Macon
01h 44m from Putney
Leave By
10:02 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Putney and Mostly Sunny near Johns Creek.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 209.2 miles (336.7 km) and usually takes 03h 29m in normal driving conditions.

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

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Macon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.5 miles from Putney and 104.8 miles from Johns Creek.

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

The direct path is about 176.8 miles (284.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:02 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.23 one way or $58.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Putney and Mostly Sunny near Johns Creek.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Putney and Johns Creek. Straight-line distance: 176.85 mi (284.62 km).

Putney

#1 Putney

Census-designated place in Dougherty County, Georgia

Population2,898
Coordinates31.4701800, -84.1176800
Altitude60
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: US 19 (-84.117681, 31.470223)
End: Morgan Hill Court (-84.198301, 34.028453)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 337 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.38 gal
27.95 L · about $29.23
Round trip
$58.46
14.76 gal · 55.9 L
Estimated CO2
65.6 kg one way
Round trip: 131.2 kg / 289 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $29.23 $58.46
Mid-grade $4.43 $32.69 $65.37
Premium $4.78 $35.26 $70.52
Diesel $5.62 $41.51 $83.01

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Putney and Johns Creek. The current time is 22:33:46.

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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.