Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
47.3 mi
76 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, GA
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Louisville, GA
Arian Fernandez
The drive from Augusta, GA to Louisville, GA covers 47.3 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Deans Bridge Road, US 1, North Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.6 miles on Deans Bridge Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 47.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (25%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 1h 7m drive with frequent turns across 47.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near 15th Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Augusta, GA to Louisville, GA is easy. At 1h 7m with 25% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 46.2 miles (US 1 Business; US 221; GA 4 Business / Peachtree Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.3 miles (US 1 Business; 4 Business / West Broad Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 1 Business; US 221; GA 4 Business / Peachtree Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 1 Business; 4 Business / West Broad Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Deans Bridge Road | 27.6 mi | 37m |
| US 1 | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| North Main Street | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| 15th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Peachtree Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Walton Way | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Milledgeville Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Broad Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Louisville, GA.
Start on Walton Way
Turn left onto 15th Street
Turn straight onto GA 4
Continue on GA 4
Continue on US 1; US 221; GA 4; GA 540
Continue on US 1; US 221; GA 4; GA 17
Turn right onto US 1 Business; US 221; GA 4 Business
Turn left onto US 1 Business; 4 Business
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.7 mi from Augusta, GA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Augusta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Louisville, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.40 one way
$14.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.75 | $17.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.44 | $20.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 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 | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.62 | $3.03 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
11:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Louisville on Saturday
Local time
11:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
82°F
Blythe, GA
24 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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