Origin
Americus, GA
Morning in Americus on Friday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Americus, GA to Ohio, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
50 mi
80 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Americus, GA
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Ohio, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Americus, GA to Ohio, GA covers 50 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Dooly Street, GA 49, Camellia Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.8 miles on North Dooly Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 50 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Americus, GA to Ohio, GA covers 50 miles and takes about 1h 17m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Dooly Street is the longest continuous segment at about 13.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
513 ft
303 ft
Total Climb
259 ft
Total Descent
297 ft
Highest Point
513 ft
~42.8 mi in
Elevation Range
210 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 280; GA 27; GA 30; GA 49 / East Lamar Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 280; GA 27; GA 30; GA 49 / East Lamar Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (GA 49 / Tripp Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (GA 49): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 280; GA 27; GA 30; GA 49 / East Lamar Street
Turn left onto US 280; GA 27; GA 30; GA 49 / East Lamar Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
GA 49 / Tripp Street
Turn left onto GA 49 / Tripp Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
GA 49
Enter roundabout onto GA 49
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
21.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
GA 90 / South Dooly Street
Turn left onto GA 90 / South Dooly Street
Navigation decision point
5
35.9 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
GA 49 / Camellia Boulevard
Turn left onto GA 49 / Camellia Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Dooly Street | 13.8 mi | 20m |
| GA 49 | 12.5 mi | 17m |
| Camellia Boulevard | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Crawford Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Peach Parkway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Riverview Drive | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Oglethorpe-Montezuma Bypass | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Blue Bird Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
North Dooly Street
— 13.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Americus, GA and Ohio, GA.
1
Start on GA 377
70 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Lee Street
2
Turn left onto US 280; GA 27; GA 30; GA 49
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Lamar Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto GA 49
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Tripp Street
4
Continue on GA 49
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Crawford Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto GA 49
115 ft
·
6 sec
·
GA 49
6
Continue on GA 49
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
GA 49
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on GA 49
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
GA 49
8
Turn right onto GA 26
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Oglethorpe-Montezuma Bypass
9
Continue on GA 26
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverview Drive
10
Turn left onto GA 90
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dooly Street
11
Continue on GA 49
14 mi
·
20 min
·
North Dooly Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto GA 49
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Camellia Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on GA 49
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Blue Bird Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on GA 49; GA 540
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Peach Parkway
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto Lilly Creek Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Lilly Creek Road
16
Arrive at destination
Lilly Creek Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25 mi from Americus, GA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25 miles from Americus, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ohio, GA
The final approach into Ohio, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.82 one way
$15.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.25 | $18.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Ohio, GA
Morning in Ohio on Friday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
1h 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Americus, GA to Ohio, GA covers 50 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Dooly Street, GA 49, Camellia Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25 miles from Americus, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 280; GA 27; GA 30; GA 49 / East Lamar Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (GA 49 / Tripp Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (GA 49): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Americus, GA to Ohio, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 303 ft to 513 ft elevation with about 259 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Jimmy Carter National Historical Park and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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