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3h 1m
Distance
146.2 mi
235 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
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Demorest, GA
Giovani Nunes
Augusta, GA
Gustavo Denuncio
The drive from Demorest, GA to Augusta, GA covers 146.2 miles and takes about 3h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 441, Carl Sanders Highway, Lexington Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.7 miles on US 441. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.40 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
73.1 miles from Demorest, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
The drive from Demorest, GA to Augusta, GA covers 146.2 miles and takes about 3h 1m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
449 ft
Total Descent
1,657 ft
Highest Point
1,405 ft
~6.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,265 ft
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 3.1 miles in near US 441; GA 15.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 146.2 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 3.1 miles (US 441; GA 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.6 miles (US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto US 441; GA 15
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 129, US 441, GA 10 Loop, GA 15
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15 / Inner Loop 10 toward US 129 South, US 441 South, GA 10 Loop Inner: Watkinsville, Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the ramp toward I-20 East: Augusta
Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Demorest, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
Lexington
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 441 | 32.7 mi | 41m |
| Carl Sanders Highway | 26.6 mi | 28m |
| Lexington Road | 23.3 mi | 29m |
| US 78 | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| Washington Road | 11.7 mi | 14m |
| Commerce Road | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| Athens Road | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Inner Loop 10 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Demorest, GA and Augusta, GA.
Start on US 441 Business; 385
Continue on US 441 Business; 385
Continue on US 441 Business; GA 385
Continue on US 441 Business; GA 105; GA 385
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 23; US 441; GA 15; GA 365
Keep slight left at fork onto US 441; GA 15
Merge onto US 441; GA 15
Continue on US 441; GA 15
Take the exit
Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15
Continue on US 129; US 441; GA 10 Loop; GA 15
Take the exit onto US 129; US 441; 10 Loop; 15
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 78 Business; GA 10
Continue on US 78 Business; GA 10
Continue on US 78; GA 10
Continue on US 78; GA 10
Continue on US 78; GA 10
Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22
Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22
Continue on US 78; GA 10
Turn right onto US 78; GA 10; GA 17
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 20
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto GA 28
Turn straight onto GA 28
Continue on GA 28
Turn right onto 11th Street
Turn right onto Walton Way
Arrive at destination
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.
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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.1 miles or 1h 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 2h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Demorest, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Demorest, GA
This is one driving day of about 146.2 miles and 3h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.1 mi from Demorest, GA · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 73.1 miles from Demorest, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$23.40 one way
$46.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $25.49 | $50.99 |
| premium | $4.78 | $27.50 | $55.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.48 | $64.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.35 | $7.02 |
| Efficient EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.79 | $5.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.47 | $9.36 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Demorest on Sunday
Local time
10:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Clear
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 1:47PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Night in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
10:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Clear
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 1:47PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Along the Route
63°F
Greenville, SC
73 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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