Origin
Chattanooga Valley, GA
Evening in Chattanooga Valley on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chattanooga Valley, GA to Augusta, GA
Drive Time
5h
Distance
264.3 mi
425 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 47m
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6 AM
5h 0m
8 AM
5h 27m
10 AM
5h 10m
12 PM
5h 7m
3 PM
5h 11m
5 PM
5h 26m
8 PM
4h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, GA
Gustavo Denuncio
Trip Overview
Traveling from Chattanooga Valley to Augusta covers 264.3 miles across the heart of Georgia. You can expect about 5 hours of driving time, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. With a fuel budget of approximately $41, the trip is quite cost-effective for a solo driver or a small group. You will navigate a mix of major interstates and state highways, transitioning through the Southeast region. Because the duration is relatively short, you won't need to plan for an overnight stay, allowing you to reach your destination by evening. This route is a straightforward, practical link between the northwestern corner of the state and the eastern border.
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
132.2 miles from Chattanooga Valley, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 264.3-mile journey offers a mixed driving profile, balancing high-speed interstate travel with local highway navigation. You will spend roughly 48% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being a 102.6-mile run on I-75. As you transition from the interstate onto the Carl Sanders Highway and the Purple Heart Highway, the pace of the drive shifts noticeably. You should be prepared for the change in road character as you move away from the heavy traffic of the interstate system. Expect a blend of fast-paced lanes and more localized road segments that require your full attention behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 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 102.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near South Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 264.3 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 0.5 miles (South Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 116 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Avenue
Turn right onto South Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
13.5 mi into trip
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~22m in
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I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
116 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 20: Augusta, Birmingham
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 247
Toward I 20: Augusta, Birmingham
7
116.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
5
116.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
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I 20 / Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Merge onto I 20 / Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Chattanooga Valley, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Birmingham
116 mi in
|
~2h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 102.6 mi | 1h 53m |
| Carl Sanders Highway | 84.9 mi | 1h 30m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 46.9 mi | 50m |
| Battlefield Parkway | 11 mi | 15m |
| Ralph David Abernathy Freeway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Calhoun Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Washington Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| GA 193 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 102.6 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chattanooga Valley, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on Allgood Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Allgood Road
2
Continue on Mountain View Circle
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Mountain View Circle
3
Turn right onto South Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue
4
Turn left onto Chattanooga Valley Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Chattanooga Valley Road
5
Turn right onto Happy Valley Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Happy Valley Road
6
Turn left onto GA 193
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
GA 193
7
Turn right onto GA 2
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Battlefield Parkway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 75 South
9
Merge onto I 75
103 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 247
Toward I 20: Augusta, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 20
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on I 20
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on I 20
85 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 199
Toward GA 28: Augusta
16
Keep slight right at fork
481 ft
·
11 sec
17
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Road
18
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Calhoun Expressway
19
Continue on GA 28
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Greene Street
20
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
11th Street
21
Turn right onto Walton Way
225 ft
·
3 sec
·
Walton Way
22
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour trek, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion on the busier stretches of I-75. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refuel your vehicle, keeping your $41 budget in mind. Because this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace if you hit unexpected delays on the Carl Sanders or Purple Heart highways. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 102.6-mile stretch on I-75 to ensure you don't run low before reaching the next service exit. Planning your one major stop near the midpoint of the drive will help you maintain steady energy levels until you arrive in Augusta.
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 132.2 miles from Chattanooga Valley, GA, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.6 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.2 miles or 2h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chattanooga Valley, 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 Chattanooga Valley, GA
This is one driving day of about 264.3 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chattanooga Valley, 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 I 75 for about 102.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 132.2 mi from Chattanooga Valley, GA · 2h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 132.2 miles from Chattanooga Valley, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.6 miles.
Arriving in Augusta, GA
The final approach into Augusta, 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 Augusta, GA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.30 one way
$84.60 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $46.09 | $92.17 |
| premium | $4.78 | $49.72 | $99.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $58.72 | $117.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.3 | 0 | $27.75 | $12.69 |
| Efficient EV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.13 | $10.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.7 | 1 | $37.00 | $16.92 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 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.
Destination
Augusta, GA
Evening in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 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 Chattanooga Valley, GA to Augusta, GA covers 264.3 miles and takes about 5h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Carl Sanders Highway, Purple Heart Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 132.2 miles from Chattanooga Valley, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.30 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 264.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (South Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 116 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Chattanooga Valley, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
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