Alpharetta to Jekyll Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

267.4 miles 430.4 km · straight line
334.3 miles estimated 538 km · driving distance
6h 44min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
140° SE bearing direction

How far is Alpharetta from Jekyll Island?

The distance from Alpharetta to Jekyll Island is 267.4 miles (430.4 km) as the crow flies. Jekyll Island is located SE of Alpharetta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 334.3 miles, taking about 6h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alpharetta and Jekyll Island. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alpharetta to Jekyll Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 44min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 5min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 24min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alpharetta & Jekyll Island

Quick Facts

Alpharetta
34.08°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
347m elevation
Jekyll Island
31.06°N, 81.42°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients