Origin
Augusta, GA
Evening in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
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2h 58m
Distance
158.8 mi
256 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, GA
Gustavo Denuncio
Peachtree Corners, GA
Alan han
Traveling from Augusta to Peachtree Corners covers 158.8 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 58 minutes. This trek is manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to complete the journey comfortably. The route traverses the Southeast, moving from the Augusta area toward the suburban landscape of Peachtree Corners. Because it is a straightforward drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. It serves as a practical connection between these two Georgia locations, keeping you on the road for just under three hours.
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
79.4 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Expect a mix of driving conditions as you navigate through a turn-heavy local route. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Carl Sanders Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 85.2 miles. While the journey includes travel on the Purple Heart Highway and the Atlanta Bypass, only about 2% of this trip is spent on major highways. The character of the road shifts from regional corridors into the more congested environment of the Atlanta Perimeter. Be prepared for a driving experience that favors local roads over high-speed interstate cruising, requiring your full attention as you transition between thoroughfares.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 137.6 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 158.8 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 137.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 285 Bypass North: Greenville, Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 141 toward GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto GA 141 / Peachtree Parkway Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Augusta, GA to Peachtree Corners, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Chattanooga along the way.
Chattanooga
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Sanders Highway | 85.2 mi | 1h 31m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 46.6 mi | 50m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 14.5 mi | 16m |
| Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Washington Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| GA 141 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Calhoun Expressway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Walton Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Peachtree Corners, GA.
Start on Walton Way
Turn straight
Turn right onto 15th Street
Turn slight left
Merge onto GA 28
Continue on GA 28
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 20
Continue on I 20
Take the exit
Merge onto I 285
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto GA 141
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 141
Turn left onto Triangle Drive Northwest
Turn left onto GA 141
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this drive, plan for at least one stop to break up the nearly three-hour duration. Since the route involves a high volume of turns and local road transitions, departing during off-peak hours can help you avoid the heaviest traffic near the Atlanta Bypass. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you maneuver through the turn-heavy sections, as these require more focus than a simple interstate drive. Given the total fuel cost of $25, filling up your tank before you depart Augusta is a smart way to ensure a seamless trip. Use your single planned stop to stretch your legs and refresh, ensuring you arrive in Peachtree Corners feeling alert and ready for your next destination.
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.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.4 miles or 1h 28m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peachtree Corners, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Augusta, 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 Augusta, GA
This is one driving day of about 158.8 miles and 2h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.4 mi from Augusta, GA · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 79.4 miles from Augusta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Carl Sanders Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.2 miles.
The final approach into Peachtree Corners, 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 Peachtree Corners, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$25.41 one way
$50.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $27.69 | $55.38 |
| premium | $4.78 | $29.87 | $59.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.28 | $70.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.67 | $7.62 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.5 | 0 | $22.23 | $10.16 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Evening in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Peachtree Corners on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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
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
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.
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