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Trip from Butler, GA to Warner Robins, GA

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

Drive Time

54m

Distance

38.3 mi

62 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 50m ★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m

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

Downtown Butler, GA, GA

Butler, GA

Gera Cejas

Trip Overview

Butler, GA to Warner Robins, GA is 38.3 miles and takes about 54 minutes via GA 96 and Watson Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive keeps you within the Southeast region, specifically within Georgia for its entirety. It's a straightforward trip that's ideal for a quick hop between these two locations. You won't need to worry about extensive planning; this route is designed for efficiency and ease, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 38.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll spend a significant portion on GA 96, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.3 miles. As you progress, the route transitions through Watson Boulevard and Peach Parkway, offering a mix of the open road and more developed areas. Expect a driving experience that balances efficiency with the typical flow of traffic found on main thoroughfares in this part of Georgia.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 96 and Watson Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 137 / East Main Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 54m 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: near the start (GA 137 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (GA 137 / Ivy Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles (GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 137 / East Main Street

Turn left onto GA 137 / East Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 137 / Ivy Street

Turn left onto GA 137 / Ivy Street

Navigation decision point

5
30.2 mi into trip | ~39m in | GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road

Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road toward Centerville

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Toward Centerville
5
30.8 mi into trip | ~40m in | GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road

Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
38.1 mi into trip | ~53m in | McAllister Road

Turn left onto McAllister Road

Navigation decision point

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 Butler, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Centerville along the way.

Centerville

30.2 mi in | ~39m | via GA 247 Connector

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
GA 96 16.3 mi 19m
Watson Boulevard 6.7 mi 12m
Peach Parkway 5 mi 6m
Fall Line Freeway 4.7 mi 6m
Centerville Road 3.1 mi 4m
East Main Street 1.9 mi 3m
Kingsbury Circle 0.1 mi <1m
West Main Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: GA 96 — 16.3 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Butler, GA and Warner Robins, GA.

1

Start on US 19; GA 3

121 ft · 6 sec · South Broad Street
2

Turn left onto GA 137

219 ft · 12 sec · East Main Street
3

Continue on GA 137

0.1 mi · 19 sec · West Main Street
4

Turn left onto GA 137

49 ft · 1 sec · Ivy Street
5

Turn right onto GA 137

1.9 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
6

Turn left onto GA 96; GA 540

16 mi · 19 min · GA 96; GA 540
7

Continue on GA 49 Connector; GA 540

4.7 mi · 6 min · Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight lane.
8

At end of road, turn left onto GA 49; GA 540

5.0 mi · 6 min · Peach Parkway
9

Turn right onto GA 247 Connector

2.1 mi · 2 min · Centerville Road
10

Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector

154 ft · 5 sec · Centerville Road
Toward Centerville
11

Continue on GA 247 Connector

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Centerville Road
Toward Centerville
12

Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector

142 ft · 2 sec · Centerville Road
13

Continue on GA 247 Connector

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Centerville Road
14

Continue on GA 247 Connector

6.7 mi · 12 min · Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15

Turn right onto Hospital Drive

166 ft · 7 sec · Hospital Drive
16

Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive

0.1 mi · 33 sec · Dr. Parihar Drive
17

Turn left onto McAllister Road

374 ft · 18 sec · McAllister Road
18

Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle

0.1 mi · 35 sec · Kingsbury Circle
19

Turn left onto Trinity Drive

69 ft · 2 sec · Trinity Drive
20

Arrive at destination

Trinity Drive

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 19.1 mi from Butler, GA · 24m into the drive

Downtown Ohio, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ohio, GA

19 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

Centerville, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Valley, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Butler, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Warner Robins, GA

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Warner Robins, GA if you are unfamiliar with the area.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.99 one way

$11.98 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $6.55 $13.10
premium $4.70 $7.09 $14.18
diesel $5.61 $8.46 $16.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.5 0 $4.02 $1.84
Efficient EV 9.6 0 $3.35 $1.53
EV Truck/SUV 15.3 0 $5.36 $2.45

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Butler, GA

Night in Butler on Friday

Local time

11:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Warner Robins, GA

Night in Warner Robins on Friday

Local time

11:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

76°F

Ohio, GA

19 mi in

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

3 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

54m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Butler, GA to Warner Robins, GA covers 38.3 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are GA 96, Watson Boulevard, Peach 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 19.1 miles from Butler, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.99 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

This is a straightforward 54m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 137 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (GA 137 / Ivy Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles (GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

On the drive from Butler, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Centerville along the way.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.

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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