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Trip from Byron, GA to Myrtle, GA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

21m

Distance

17 mi

27 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 19m ★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m

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

Downtown Byron, GA, GA

Byron, GA

Michael Hall

Trip Overview

The drive from Byron, GA to Myrtle, GA covers 17 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, Sam Nunn Boulevard, North Perry Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.9 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.66 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

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

8.5 miles from Byron, GA

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

Drive Character

This is a 21m highway drive covering 17 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Sam Nunn Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 10.9 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sam Nunn Boulevard. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near GA 49; GA 540.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17 miles you will encounter 5 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (GA 49; GA 540): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

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

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 49; GA 540

Turn left onto GA 49; GA 540

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the exit toward I 75:south: Valdosta

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 75:south: Valdosta
5
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 75

Merge onto I 75

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
12.2 mi into trip | ~14m in

Take the exit toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway

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 138 Toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway
9
12.4 mi into trip | ~14m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Fort Valley

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Fort Valley

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 10.9 mi 11m
Sam Nunn Boulevard 2.7 mi 3m
North Perry Parkway 1.8 mi 2m
GA 49 0.8 mi 1m
Main Street 0.2 mi <1m
US 341

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: I 75 — 10.9 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Byron, GA and Myrtle, GA.

1

Start on Main Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Main Street
2

Turn left onto GA 49; GA 540

0.6 mi · 1 min · GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
3

Continue on GA 49; GA 540

0.2 mi · 24 sec · GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 75:south: Valdosta Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Merge onto I 75

11 mi · 11 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 138 Toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork

196 ft · 5 sec
Toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Fort Valley Use the slight right lane.
8

Turn right onto US 341; GA 11 Conn

1.8 mi · 2 min · North Perry Parkway
9

Turn right onto US 341; GA 7

2.7 mi · 3 min · Sam Nunn Boulevard
10

Arrive at destination

US 341; GA 7

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.5 miles from Byron, GA, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 17 miles or 21m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 8.5 miles or 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 17m

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

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Byron, GA.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Byron, GA

This is one driving day of about 17 miles and 21m.

At 17 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 10.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 8.5 mi from Byron, GA · 10m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Perry, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Perry, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Byron, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Myrtle, GA

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Myrtle, 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

$2.66 one way

$5.32 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $2.91 $5.81
premium $4.70 $3.15 $6.29
diesel $5.61 $3.75 $7.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$28–$53

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.1 0 $1.78 $0.82
Efficient EV 4.3 0 $1.49 $0.68
EV Truck/SUV 6.8 0 $2.38 $1.09

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (67% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Byron, GA

Night in Byron on Wednesday

Local time

11:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Myrtle, GA

Night in Myrtle on Wednesday

Local time

11:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

39 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

21m 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 Byron, GA to Myrtle, GA covers 17 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Sam Nunn Boulevard, North Perry 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 8.5 miles from Byron, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.66 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 17 miles you will encounter 5 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (GA 49; GA 540): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Byron, GA to Myrtle, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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