Origin
Augusta, GA
Afternoon in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
1:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, GA to Port Wentworth, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
114.7 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 22m
★
6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m
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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Port Wentworth, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Augusta, GA to Port Wentworth, GA covers 114.7 miles and takes about 2h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 12th Street, Old Savannah Road, Gordon Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
57.3 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 12th Street | — | — |
| Old Savannah Road | — | — |
| Gordon Highway | — | — |
| Olive Road | — | — |
| Mike Padgett Highway | — | — |
| Millhaven Road | — | — |
| Girard Millhaven Road | — | — |
| Milhaven Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
12th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Port Wentworth, GA.
1
Start on Walton Way
358 ft
·
14 sec
·
Walton Way
2
Turn left onto 12th Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
12th Street
3
Turn slight right onto Old Savannah Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Savannah Road
4
Turn straight onto Gordon Highway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Gordon Highway
5
Turn left onto Olive Road
499 ft
·
12 sec
·
Olive Road
6
Turn straight onto Old Savannah Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Savannah Road
7
Turn left onto Mike Padgett Highway
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Mike Padgett Highway
8
Continue on Old Savannah Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Savannah Road
9
Continue on Mike Padgett Highway
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Mike Padgett Highway
10
Turn left
19 mi
·
26 min
11
Turn straight onto Millhaven Road
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Millhaven Road
12
Continue on Girard Millhaven Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Girard Millhaven Road
13
Continue on Milhaven Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Milhaven Road
14
Continue on Millhaven Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Millhaven Road
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Waynesboro Highway
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Waynesboro Highway
16
Take the ramp straight
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
17
Merge slight left onto Burton's Ferry Highway
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Burton's Ferry Highway
18
Turn left
2.6 mi
·
3 min
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Perimeter Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Perimeter Road
20
Continue on Savannah Highway
38 mi
·
44 min
·
Savannah Highway
21
Continue on Augusta Highway
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Augusta Highway
22
Continue on North Columbia Avenue
12 mi
·
14 min
·
North Columbia Avenue
23
Turn left onto Crossgate Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Crossgate Road
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.3 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
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 25 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.3 miles or 1h 15m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Wentworth, 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.
+
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 114.7 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.3 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.94 one way
$35.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.61 | $39.22 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.32 | $50.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.04 | $5.51 |
| Efficient EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.04 | $4.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.06 | $7.34 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Port Wentworth, GA
Afternoon in Port Wentworth on Saturday
Local time
1:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Sylvania, GA
57 mi in
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
29 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
2h 31m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
114.7 mi in 2h 31m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: 12th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Augusta, GA to Port Wentworth, GA is easy. At 2h 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Augusta, GA to Port Wentworth, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 114.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Augusta, GA to Port Wentworth, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Port Wentworth, GA before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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