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

The driving distance from Sparks, GA to Johns Creek, GA is about 223.6 miles (359.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 202.6 miles (326.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 00m 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
223.56 mi
03h 30m
Flight
202.65 mi
326.14 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
202.65 mi
Kilometers
326.14 km
Flight Time
00h 24m

Driving Distance

Road route
223.56 mi
Kilometers
359.79 km
Drive Time
03h 30m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Johns Creek
Wed, May 13, 2:45 AM EDT
Return by in Sparks
Wed, May 13, 6:15 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sparks
2026-05-12T23:15
Arrive Johns Creek
Wed, May 13, 2:45 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:30 AM to 11:30 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
10:00 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sparks
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
Byron
GA

City in Peach County, Georgia, United States

From Sparks
111.7 mi
01h 45m
To Johns Creek
111.9 mi
01h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Tuesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph ENE
Destination
78°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Goodman Street

    14 m · 8 sec · South Goodman Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Colquitt Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Colquitt Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    1801 ft · 44 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    114.5 mi · 2 hr 3 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on Larry Justice Highway

    15.9 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway

  6. 6

    Merge slight right

    49.5 mi · 54 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Terrell Starr Parkway

    10.1 mi · 12 min · Terrell Starr Parkway

  8. 8

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

    1 km · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

    20.2 mi · 23 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard

    972 ft · 33 sec

  11. 11

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

    1361 ft · 36 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

    3.6 mi · 5 min · Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

  13. 13

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

    6.2 mi · 10 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Grove Point Road

    1076 ft · 56 sec · Grove Point Road

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Groomsbridge Road

    2795 ft · 2 min · Groomsbridge Road

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Morgan Hill Court

    82 m · 12 sec · Morgan Hill Court

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Morgan Hill Court

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
4 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Colquitt Street
116 mi · 52%
Larry Justice Highway
65.3 mi · 29%
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
20.2 mi · 9%
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.1 mi · 5%
GA 141 North
6.46 mi · 3%
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
3.59 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

West Colquitt Street

Merge slight left

115 mi · 02h 03m

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 30m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21 mi
202.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Byron
01h 45m from Sparks
Leave By
10:00 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Sparks 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 Sparks to Johns Creek?

The road trip is about 223.6 miles (359.8 km) and usually takes 03h 30m 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?

Byron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.7 miles from Sparks and 111.9 miles from Johns Creek.

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

The direct path is about 202.6 miles (326.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 10:00 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.25 one way or $62.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Sparks and Mostly Sunny near Johns Creek.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sparks and Johns Creek. Straight-line distance: 202.65 mi (326.14 km).

Sparks

#1 Sparks

Town in Cook County, Georgia, United States

Population2,015
Coordinates31.1668600, -83.4373800
Altitude74
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: South Goodman Street (-83.437341, 31.166862)
End: Morgan Hill Court (-84.198301, 34.028453)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 360 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.89 gal
29.86 L · about $31.25
Round trip
$62.50
15.78 gal · 59.72 L
Estimated CO2
70.1 kg one way
Round trip: 140.2 kg / 309 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $31.25 $62.50
Mid-grade $4.43 $34.94 $69.89
Premium $4.78 $37.70 $75.40
Diesel $5.62 $44.37 $88.75

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Sparks and Johns Creek. The current time is 23:15:57.

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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.