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Ashburn, GA
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7:57 AM
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Current temp
54°F
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Trip from Ashburn, GA to Columbus, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
114.3 mi
184 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashburn, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ashburn, GA to Columbus, GA covers 114.3 miles and takes about 2h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jefferson Davis Highway, GA 32, Martha Berry Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30 miles on Jefferson Davis Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.2 miles from Ashburn, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 114.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (26%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 33m drive with frequent turns across 114.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jefferson Davis Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 30 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near GA 32 / Leesburg Highway.
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 114.3 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.7 miles (GA 32 / Leesburg Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles (GA 32 Truck / Lovers Lane Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles (GA 32 Truck / Robert B. Lee Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
GA 32 / Leesburg Highway
Turn right onto GA 32 / Leesburg Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
31.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
GA 32 Truck / Lovers Lane Road
Turn left onto GA 32 Truck / Lovers Lane Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
32 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
GA 32 Truck / Robert B. Lee Drive
Turn right onto GA 32 Truck / Robert B. Lee Drive
Navigation decision point
5
34 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
GA 32
Turn left onto GA 32
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
113.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
|
6th Avenue
Turn right onto 6th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Davis Highway | 30 mi | 41m |
| GA 32 | 17.9 mi | 25m |
| Martha Berry Highway | 16.3 mi | 23m |
| Richland Bypass | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| South Parrott Street | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| GA 520 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Columbus Highway | 8 mi | 9m |
| US 280 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Jefferson Davis Highway
— 30 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashburn, GA and Columbus, GA.
1
Start on GA 112
65 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Washington Avenue
2
Continue on GA 32; GA 112
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Washington Street
3
Turn right onto GA 32
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Leesburg Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on GA 32
30 mi
·
41 min
·
Jefferson Davis Highway
5
Turn left onto GA 32 Truck
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lovers Lane Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto GA 32 Truck
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Robert B. Lee Drive
7
Continue on US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass; GA 32
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass; GA 32
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto GA 32
18 mi
·
25 min
·
GA 32
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto GA 45; GA 520
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Vine Street Northwest
10
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Roundtree Drive
11
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Drive
12
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Columbus Highway
13
Continue on GA 520
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
South Parrott Street
14
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 520
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
GA 520
15
Continue on GA 520
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Richland Bypass
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 280; GA 520
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 280; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
19
Turn right onto 6th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Avenue
Use the right lane.
20
Turn left onto 9th Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
9th Street
21
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Veterans Parkway
22
Arrive at destination
US 27; GA 1
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.2 miles from Ashburn, GA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30 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 25 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ashburn, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Ashburn, GA
This is one driving day of about 114.3 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Ashburn, 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 Jefferson Davis Highway for about 30 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.2 mi from Ashburn, GA · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.2 miles from Ashburn, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, GA
The final approach into Columbus, 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 Columbus, 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
$17.87 one way
$35.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.54 | $39.09 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.15 | $42.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.24 | $50.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.3 | 0 | $12.00 | $5.49 |
| Efficient EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.00 | $4.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.7 | 0 | $16.00 | $7.32 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Columbus, GA
Morning in Columbus on Friday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Richland, GA
57 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 33m 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 Ashburn, GA to Columbus, GA covers 114.3 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jefferson Davis Highway, GA 32, Martha Berry Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.2 miles from Ashburn, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.87 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 114.3 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.7 miles (GA 32 / Leesburg Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles (GA 32 Truck / Lovers Lane Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles (GA 32 Truck / Robert B. Lee Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ashburn, GA to Columbus, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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. 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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