Origin
Augusta, GA
Late night in Augusta on Wednesday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, GA to Sunnyside, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 2m
Distance
178.3 mi
287 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 50m
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6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 9m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Augusta, GA to Sunnyside, GA covers 178.3 miles and takes about 4h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 1, GA 56, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.4 miles on US 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.88 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
89.1 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Augusta, GA to Sunnyside, GA covers 178.3 miles and takes about 4h 2m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near 15th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 2m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30 miles (GA 56): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 73.1 miles (US 1; GA 4; GA 57 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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15th Street
Turn left onto 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
30 mi into trip
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~40m in
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GA 56
Enter roundabout onto GA 56
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
73.1 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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US 1; GA 4; GA 57 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 1; GA 4; GA 57 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
176.4 mi into trip
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~3h 59m in
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East Blackshear Avenue
Turn left onto East Blackshear Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
178 mi into trip
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~4h 2m in
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Sunnyside Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Sunnyside Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 51.4 mi | 1h |
| GA 56 | 38.8 mi | 56m |
| South Main Street | 38.1 mi | 50m |
| Peach Orchard Road | 23.4 mi | 28m |
| Cedar Crossing Road | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Alma Highway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| 56 | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| 15th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 51.4 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Sunnyside, GA.
1
Start on Walton Way
0.8 mi
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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
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Milledgeville Road
4
Turn left onto Tubman Home Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Tubman Home Road
5
Turn right onto US 25; GA 121
6.6 mi
·
9 min
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Peach Orchard Road
6
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
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Nellie Drive
7
Continue on US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
17 mi
·
19 min
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Peach Orchard Road
8
Turn right
1.8 mi
·
3 min
9
Continue on Lovers Lane
0.3 mi
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30 sec
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Lovers Lane
10
Enter roundabout onto GA 56
118 ft
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1 sec
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GA 56
11
Continue on GA 56
39 mi
·
56 min
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GA 56
12
Continue on US 1 Business; GA 4 Business
4.2 mi
·
6 min
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South Main Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 1; GA 4; GA 57
34 mi
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43 min
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South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 1; GA 4; GA 15
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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US 1; GA 4; GA 15
15
Turn left onto Paul Lockley Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
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Paul Lockley Road
16
Turn right onto 56
4.4 mi
·
7 min
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56
17
Turn left onto Cedar Crossing Road
5.1 mi
·
9 min
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Cedar Crossing Road
18
Turn right onto US 1; GA 4; GA 15
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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US 1; GA 4; GA 15
19
Continue on US 1; 4; 15
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Plant Hatch Parkway
20
Continue on US 1; GA 4; GA 15
21 mi
·
23 min
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US 1; GA 4; GA 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 1; US 23; GA 4
24 mi
·
29 min
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US 1; US 23; GA 4
22
Continue on US 1 Business
4.8 mi
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6 min
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Alma Highway
23
Continue on US 1 Business
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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State Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto East Blackshear Avenue
1.6 mi
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3 min
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East Blackshear Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
At end of road, turn left onto Sunnyside Drive
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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Sunnyside Drive
26
Arrive at destination
Sunnyside Drive
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 89.1 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.4 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 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.1 miles or 2h 5m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sunnyside, 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 178.3 miles and 4h 2m.
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 US 1 for about 51.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.1 mi from Augusta, GA · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 89.1 miles from Augusta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sunnyside, GA
The final approach into Sunnyside, 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 Sunnyside, 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
$27.88 one way
$55.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $30.49 | $60.97 |
| premium | $4.70 | $33.00 | $66.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.37 | $78.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.72 | $8.56 |
| Efficient EV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.60 | $7.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.3 | 0 | $24.96 | $11.41 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Sunnyside, GA
Late night in Sunnyside on Wednesday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
2 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 2m 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 Sunnyside, GA covers 178.3 miles and takes about 4h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 1, GA 56, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.1 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 $27.88 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 straightforward 4h 2m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30 miles (GA 56): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 73.1 miles (US 1; GA 4; GA 57 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Augusta, GA to Sunnyside, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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