Origin
Augusta, GA
Morning in Augusta on Wednesday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, GA to Meigs, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 27m
Distance
265.2 mi
427 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 14m
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6 AM
5h 28m
8 AM
5h 54m
10 AM
5h 37m
12 PM
5h 34m
3 PM
5h 38m
5 PM
5h 53m
8 PM
5h 20m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Augusta, GA to Meigs, GA covers 265.2 miles and takes about 5h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Fall Line Freeway, Liberty Expressway, Georgia-Florida Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 128.2 miles on Fall Line Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.47 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
132.6 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 49m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 5h 27m highway drive covering 265.2 miles, with most of the trip on Fall Line Freeway and Liberty Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 128.2 miles on Fall Line Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fall Line Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 128.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Fall Line Freeway and Liberty Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 122.7 miles in near GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 265.2 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: at 122.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 123.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
122.7 mi into trip
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~2h 38m in
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GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta
6
123.7 mi into trip
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~2h 40m in
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GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
188.7 mi into trip
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~3h 50m in
Take the exit toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, A...
5
189 mi into trip
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~3h 51m in
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GA 300 / Georgia-Florida Parkway
Turn right onto GA 300 / Georgia-Florida Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
224.1 mi into trip
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~4h 34m in
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US 82; GA 300; GA 520 / Clark Avenue
Merge onto US 82; GA 300; GA 520 / Clark Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Augusta, GA to Meigs, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.
Albany
188.7 mi in
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~3h 50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Line Freeway | 128.2 mi | 2h 27m |
| Liberty Expressway | 38.6 mi | 48m |
| Georgia-Florida Parkway | 35.1 mi | 43m |
| Deans Bridge Road | 27.6 mi | 37m |
| Fenns Bridge Road | 16.6 mi | 19m |
| Irwinton Road | 6 mi | 7m |
| Emery Highway | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Fall Line Freeway
— 128.2 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Meigs, GA.
1
Start on Walton Way
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Walton Way
2
Turn left onto 15th Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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15th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn straight onto GA 4
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Milledgeville Road
4
Continue on GA 4
28 mi
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37 min
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Deans Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 1; US 221; GA 4; GA 540
2.4 mi
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4 min
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North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto GA 88; GA 540
17 mi
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19 min
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Fenns Bridge Road
7
Continue on GA 88; GA 540
6.4 mi
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7 min
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Fall Line Freeway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 88; GA 540
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
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Fall Line Freeway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 88; GA 540
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
10
Enter roundabout onto GA 24; GA 540
146 ft
·
1 sec
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Fall Line Freeway
11
Continue on GA 24; GA 540
51 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on GA 57; GA 540
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Irwinton Road
13
Continue on US 80; GA 19; GA 540
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Jeffersonville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 80; GA 19; GA 540
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Emery Road
15
Continue on US 23; US 80; US 129 Alternate; GA 19; GA 87; GA 540
2.8 mi
·
5 min
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Emery Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on GA 540
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the left / straight / sharp right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540
65 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto GA 300
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Georgia-Florida Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Merge onto US 82; GA 300; GA 520
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Clark Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Take the exit onto GA 300
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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GA 300
Use the right lane.
23
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 133; GA 300
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Liberty Expressway
Use the left lane.
24
Take the exit onto US 19; GA 3; GA 300
34 mi
·
42 min
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Liberty Expressway
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn right onto GA 3A; GA 111
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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GA 3A; GA 111
26
Continue on GA 3 Alt; GA 111
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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East Depot Street
27
Turn left onto GA 3 Alternate
117 ft
·
2 sec
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Church Street
28
Arrive at destination
GA 3 Alternate
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 132.6 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.2 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.6 miles or 2h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meigs, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Augusta, 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 Augusta, GA
This is one driving day of about 265.2 miles and 5h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Augusta, 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 Fall Line Freeway for about 128.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 132.6 mi from Augusta, GA · 2h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
133 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 132.6 miles from Augusta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Fall Line Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 128.2 miles.
Arriving in Meigs, GA
The final approach into Meigs, 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 Meigs, GA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.47 one way
$82.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $45.35 | $90.69 |
| premium | $4.70 | $49.08 | $98.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.55 | $117.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.6 | 0 | $27.85 | $12.73 |
| Efficient EV | 66.3 | 0 | $23.21 | $10.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 106.1 | 1 | $37.13 | $16.97 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% 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
Meigs, GA
Morning in Meigs on Wednesday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 27m 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 Augusta, GA to Meigs, GA covers 265.2 miles and takes about 5h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fall Line Freeway, Liberty Expressway, Georgia-Florida Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 132.6 miles from Augusta, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.47 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 265.2 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: at 122.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 123.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Augusta, GA to Meigs, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.
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