Origin
Alpharetta, GA
Evening in Alpharetta on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alpharetta, GA to Baxley, GA
Drive Time
4h 37m
Distance
229 mi
369 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 24m
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6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpharetta, GA
Ramaz Bluashvili
Baxley, GA
Yaroslav Shuraev
Trip Overview
The drive from Alpharetta, GA to Baxley, GA covers 229 miles and takes about 4h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, I 16, GA 29 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 77.1 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.5 miles from Alpharetta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 37m highway drive covering 229 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 16. The longest continuous stretch is about 77.1 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 9 / South Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 229 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 9 / South Main Street
Turn left onto GA 9 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
6
30.2 mi into trip
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~39m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
95 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward Macon, Savannah
8
107.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 165
Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
Towns Along This Route
Between Alpharetta, GA and Baxley, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Vidalia.
Macon
95 mi in
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~1h 51m
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via I 75
Savannah
95 mi in
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~1h 51m
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via I 75
Vidalia
173.9 mi in
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~3h 17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 77.1 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 16 | 65.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| GA 29 | 20.6 mi | 26m |
| US 1 | 12 mi | 13m |
| Turner McDonald Parkway | 11 mi | 13m |
| Cedar Crossing Road | 10.4 mi | 21m |
| GA 135 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| T Harvey Mathis Parkway | 6.8 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 77.1 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpharetta, GA and Baxley, GA.
1
Start on Academy Street
139 ft
·
11 sec
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Academy Street
2
Turn left onto GA 9
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto GA 120
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Old Milton Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Haynes Bridge Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Haynes Bridge Road
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward US 19 South, GA 400 South
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto US 19; GA 400
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Turner McDonald Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on GA 400
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
T Harvey Mathis Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 85
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Northeast Expressway
9
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 75
Toward Macon, Savannah
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 165
Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 16
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 67
Toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia
16
Turn right onto GA 29
21 mi
·
26 min
·
GA 29
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on GA 135
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
GA 135
18
At end of road, turn left onto 135
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Broad Street
19
Turn right onto 135
308 ft
·
6 sec
·
135
20
Turn left onto East Broad Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broad Street
21
Continue on Cedar Crossing Road
10 mi
·
21 min
·
Cedar Crossing Road
22
Turn right onto US 1; GA 4; GA 15
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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US 1; GA 4; GA 15
23
Continue on US 1; 4; 15
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Plant Hatch Parkway
24
Continue on US 1; GA 4; GA 15
8.4 mi
·
9 min
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US 1; GA 4; GA 15
25
Turn left onto US 341; GA 27
62 ft
·
1 sec
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East Parker Street
Use the left lane.
26
Arrive at destination
US 341; GA 27
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.5 miles from Alpharetta, GA, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.5 miles or 2h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baxley, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alpharetta, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alpharetta, GA
This is one driving day of about 229 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alpharetta, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 77.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.5 mi from Alpharetta, GA · 2h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.5 miles from Alpharetta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.1 miles.
Arriving in Baxley, GA
The final approach into Baxley, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Baxley, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.65 one way
$73.30 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $39.93 | $79.86 |
| premium | $4.78 | $43.08 | $86.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.88 | $101.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.7 | 0 | $24.04 | $10.99 |
| Efficient EV | 57.3 | 0 | $20.04 | $9.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.6 | 1 | $32.06 | $14.66 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Baxley, GA
Evening in Baxley on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Abbeville, GA
115 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
3 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
4h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alpharetta, GA to Baxley, GA covers 229 miles and takes about 4h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 16, GA 29. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.5 miles from Alpharetta, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 229 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 9 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Alpharetta, GA and Baxley, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Vidalia.
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