Trip from Augusta, GA to Summerville, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 35m

Distance

236.6 mi

381 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 22m ★

6 AM

4h 35m

8 AM

5h 2m

10 AM

4h 45m

12 PM

4h 42m

3 PM

4h 46m

5 PM

5h 1m

8 PM

4h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Summerville, GA

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Trip Overview

Augusta, GA to Summerville, GA is 236.6 miles and takes about 4h 35m via Carl Sanders Highway, Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, and Purple Heart Highway, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Georgia, traversing the Southeast region for both its origin and destination. Expect a route characterized by frequent turns and local road driving, making it a more engaging, less monotonous journey. It's a manageable one-day trip, perfect for those who prefer a hands-on driving experience over long, straight highway stretches.

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

118.3 miles from Augusta, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Carl Sanders Highway	85.2 mi	1h 31m
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway	47.9 mi	53m
Purple Heart Highway	46.9 mi	50m
Martha Berry Highway	13.3 mi	17m
Ralph David Abernathy Freeway	9.1 mi	10m
Turkey Mountain Road Northeast	7.7 mi	11m
Horace E Tate Freeway	7.2 mi	8m
Adairsville Highway	5.7 mi	9m

Longest stretch: Carl Sanders Highway — 85.2 mi, about 1h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Summerville, GA.

Start on Walton Way

0.7 mi · 1 min · Walton Way

Turn straight

235 ft · 8 sec

Turn right onto 15th Street

0.2 mi · 18 sec · 15th Street

Turn slight left

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Merge onto GA 28

1.7 mi · 1 min · Calhoun Expressway

Continue on GA 28

2.5 mi · 4 min · Washington Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Merge onto I 20

85 mi · 1 hr 31 min · Carl Sanders Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 20

47 mi · 50 min · Purple Heart Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 20

9.1 mi · 10 min · Ralph David Abernathy Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 58B Toward Hill Street, Turner Field Use the slight right lane.

At end of road, turn right onto Hill Street Southeast

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Hill Street Southeast

Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Southeast

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 75 North, I 85 North

Merge onto I 75; I 85

3.1 mi · 4 min · Downtown Connector

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 75

7.2 mi · 8 min · Horace E Tate Freeway

Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 75

11 mi · 12 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

37 mi · 40 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Exit 306 Toward GA 140: Adairsville, Summerville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on GA 140

1.2 mi · 1 min · Adairsville Highway

Use the slight left lane.

Turn slight left

465 ft · 9 sec

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Continue on GA 140

4.5 mi · 7 min · Adairsville Highway

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Continue on GA 140

2.6 mi · 4 min · Adairsville Road Northeast

Continue on GA 140

7.7 mi · 11 min · Turkey Mountain Road Northeast

Turn right onto US 27; GA 1

13 mi · 17 min · Martha Berry Highway

Use the straight lane.

Turn slight right onto East Washington Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Washington Avenue

Arrive at destination

Washington Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 35m duration and the turn-heavy nature of this route, an early morning departure from Augusta is recommended to maximize daylight. While it's designed as a one-day drive with just one recommended stop, don't feel pressured to rush. The longest stretch is 85.2 miles, so plan your fuel accordingly, especially as you'll be on local roads for much of the trip. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the Carl Sanders Highway, Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, and Purple Heart Highway; these changes in road designation are key markers on this engaging route.

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 118.3 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 2h 10m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.2 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 52 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 118.3 miles or 2h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerville, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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 236.6 miles and 4h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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 Carl Sanders Highway for about 85.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Atlanta, GA

118 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.

Popular next leg

Atlanta, GA to Summerville, GA

89.1 mi · 1h 51m

Pacing Suggestions

Smyrna, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Atlanta, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 118.3 miles from Augusta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Lily coffee, tea & bread

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Augusta, Georgia

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv

Hours: 9 am–5:30 pm

+17622151876

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Starbucks

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Emerson, Georgia

1.5 mi

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Atlanta, Georgia

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Metro Pub & Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Augusta, Georgia

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17067226468

Commander Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Augusta, Georgia

0.6 mi

Trellis Coffee Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Augusta, Georgia

1.5 mi

Lily coffee, tea & bread

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5:30 pm

+17622151876

Visit website

Starbucks

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 185.9

Emerson, Georgia

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+17703829077

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 152.1

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+14046850287

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv mile 152.1

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+14048100010

Visit website

Relic

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 152.1

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+14043649099

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 152.1

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Buona Caffe Artisan Roasted Coffee

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+17069558766

Visit website

Cool Beans Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 169

Marietta, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17704229866

Visit website

Sacred Heart Cultural Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+17068264700

Visit website

Museum of Illusions

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 152.1

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+14044584717

Visit website

Morris Museum of Art

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17067247501

Visit website

Meadow Garden

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17067244174

Visit website

Lucy Craft Laney Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+17067243576

Visit website

Augusta Riverwalk

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17068211754

Visit website

Augusta Canal National Heritage Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: 9:30 am–4:30 pm

+17068230440

Visit website

Pexcho's American Dime Museum - Appointment Only

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Augusta, Georgia

Hours: Closed

+17069256526

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 147 and 206.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

147 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in

Take the exit toward Hill Street, Turner Field

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 58B Toward Hill Street, Turner Field

147.7 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 North, I 85 North

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 75 North, I 85 North

151.1 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in | I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga

168.8 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in | I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway...

206.2 mi into trip | ~3h 50m in

Take the exit toward GA 140: Adairsville, Summerville

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 306 Toward GA 140: Adairsville, Summerville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.00 one way

$74.00 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$40.45	$80.91
premium	$4.70	$43.79	$87.58
diesel	$5.61	$52.24	$104.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 82.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	71	0	$24.84	$11.36
Efficient EV	59.2	0	$20.70	$9.46
EV Truck/SUV	94.6	1	$33.12	$15.14

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Augusta, GA

Afternoon in Augusta on Saturday

Local time

3:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Summerville, GA

Afternoon in Summerville on Saturday

Local time

3:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°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

6 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

4h 35m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 146.8

View on nps.gov

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...

13 mi from route ~31 min detour $5 near mile 163.2

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a turn-heavy local drive, with only 8% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 85.2 miles on the Carl Sanders Highway, offering a good period of consistent travel before the route becomes more intricate. As you progress, be prepared for the road character to shift, transitioning from more open stretches to a more involved, local road experience. This dynamic change means you'll be actively navigating rather than passively cruising for much of the trip.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Carl Sanders Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 85.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 147 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 236.6 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 147 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 151.1 miles (I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Augusta, GA and Summerville, GA, road signs point toward Turner Field, Chattanooga and Kennesaw.

Turner Field

147 mi in | ~2h 42m

Chattanooga

151.1 mi in | ~2h 48m | via I 75

Kennesaw

168.8 mi in | ~3h 9m | via I 75

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 236.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Augusta, GA to Summerville, GA covers 236.6 miles and takes about 4h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Carl Sanders Highway, Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, Purple Heart Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 118.3 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 $37.00 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.

Between Augusta, GA and Summerville, GA, road signs point toward Turner Field, Chattanooga and Kennesaw.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Augusta, GA to Summerville, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Lily coffee, tea & bread

Metro Pub & Coffeehouse

Lily coffee, tea & bread

Starbucks

Starbucks Coffee Company

Dunkin'

Relic

Starbucks Coffee Company

Metro Pub & Coffeehouse

Commander Coffee

Trellis Coffee Bar

Buona Caffe Artisan Roasted Coffee

Cavalier's Coffeehouse

Brash Coffee

Buona Caffe Artisan Roasted Coffee

Cool Beans Coffee Roasters

Sacred Heart Cultural Center

Museum of Illusions

Morris Museum of Art

Meadow Garden

Lucy Craft Laney Museum

Augusta Riverwalk

Augusta Canal National Heritage Area

Pexcho's American Dime Museum - Appointment Only

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Augusta, GA

Summerville, GA

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 35m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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How many breaks should I plan?

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