Origin
Cordele, GA
Afternoon in Cordele on Wednesday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cordele, GA to Warner Robins, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cordele, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cordele, GA to Warner Robins, GA covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Watson Boulevard, 16th Avenue East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.1 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.52 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
27.3 miles from Cordele, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 54.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Watson Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.1 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 12 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 45.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Watson Boulevard. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I-75 North: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-75 North: Macon
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
47.3 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Robins
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 146
Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Ro...
9
47.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 247 Connector East: Centerville, Warner Robins, Robins A.F.B.
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Centerville, Warn...
5
47.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard
Turn right onto GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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 Cordele, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Robins A.f.b. along the way.
Robins A.f.b.
47.5 mi in
|
~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 45.1 mi | 48m |
| Watson Boulevard | 6.6 mi | 12m |
| 16th Avenue East | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Kingsbury Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Dr. Parihar Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| McAllister Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hospital Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Trinity Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 45.1 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cordele, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
1
Start on US 280; GA 30; GA 90
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
16th Avenue East
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I-75 North: Macon
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto I 75
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 146
Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Robins
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
179 ft
·
6 sec
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Centerville, Warner Robins, Robins A.F.B.
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Turn right onto GA 247 Connector
6.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hospital Drive
8
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Dr. Parihar Drive
9
Turn left onto McAllister Road
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
McAllister Road
10
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Kingsbury Circle
11
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
Trinity Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
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 27.3 miles from Cordele, GA, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.1 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 12 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.3 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cordele, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cordele, GA
This is one driving day of about 54.5 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Cordele, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 45.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.3 mi from Cordele, GA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Cordele, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Warner Robins, GA
The final approach into Warner Robins, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.52 one way
$17.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.32 | $18.64 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.09 | $20.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Warner Robins, GA
Afternoon in Warner Robins on Wednesday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Clear
S 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
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
22 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
1h 7m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cordele, GA to Warner Robins, GA covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Watson Boulevard, 16th Avenue East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.3 miles from Cordele, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.52 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 54.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Cordele, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Robins A.f.b. along the way.
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