This 123.7-mile drive from Duluth to Warner Robins, Georgia, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 28 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-75 and the Atlanta Bypass, also known as The Perimeter, with a portion on Larry Justice Highway, making it a 58% highway drive. With an estimated fuel cost of around $19, this is an economical option for a quick journey within the Southeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a practical, straightforward trip without extensive scenic detours, ideal for those prioritizing direct travel. You can expect a relatively efficient commute, connecting two points within the Peach State without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.9 miles from Duluth, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 123.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is largely defined by its 58% highway share, dominated by I-75 and the Atlanta Bypass. You'll experience stretches of efficient, higher-speed travel, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 49.3 miles on I-75. While much of the journey involves standard interstate driving, the inclusion of Larry Justice Highway suggests a transition to potentially more local or less direct road conditions closer to your destination. This mixed profile means you'll encounter both the speed of major thoroughfares and potentially slower segments as you navigate the approach to Warner Robins. Expect a drive that balances directness with the realities of varied Georgia roadways.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 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 49.3 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 11.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 123.7 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 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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11.3 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward I 285 Bypass East: Augusta, Macon
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 95A
Toward I 285 Bypass East: Augusta, Macon
8
12.1 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 285 South: Augusta, Macon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 South: Augusta, Macon
7
30 mi into trip|~38m in
Take the exit toward I 675 South: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward I 675 South: Macon
8
90.6 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
8
116.3 mi into trip|~2h 13m 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...
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 Duluth, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.
Macon
11.3 mi in|~16m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
49.3 mi
53m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
17.5 mi
20m
Larry Justice Highway
16.1 mi
17m
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.2 mi
11m
Fall Line Freeway
9.6 mi
10m
Buford Highway
6.7 mi
10m
Watson Boulevard
6.7 mi
12m
Jimmy Carter Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 49.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Duluth, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
1
Start on Main Street
43 ft·4 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto 120
453 ft·13 sec·West Lawrenceville Street
3
Turn right onto US 23; GA 13
6.7 mi·10 min·Buford Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto GA 140
1.6 mi·2 min·Jimmy Carter Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 85 SouthUse the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 85
1.4 mi·1 min·Interstate Highway 85
7
Continue on I 85
1.1 mi·1 min·Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 95AToward I 285 Bypass East: Augusta, MaconUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·27 sec
Toward I 285 South: Augusta, MaconUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 285
18 mi·20 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi·2 min
Exit 52Toward I 675 South: MaconUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 675
10 mi·11 min·Terrell Starr Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 75
49 mi·53 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi·17 min·Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177Toward I 475 South: ValdostaUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
9.6 mi·10 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 146Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner RobinsUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn left
107 ft·7 sec
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Robins A.F.B.
18
Turn left onto GA 247 Connector
6.7 mi·12 min·Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
166 ft·7 sec·Hospital Drive
20
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
0.1 mi·33 sec·Dr. Parihar Drive
21
Turn left onto McAllister Road
374 ft·18 sec·McAllister Road
22
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi·35 sec·Kingsbury Circle
23
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft·2 sec·Trinity Drive
24
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 28-minute journey, departing in the morning, perhaps before peak Atlanta traffic, is a wise move. Given the relatively short distance of 123.7 miles, you won't need to plan for extensive rest stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always prudent, especially with an estimated cost of $19. The longest stretch without a break is under 50 miles, so flexibility is key. Consider a brief stop for a stretch or snack around the halfway point. A specific tip for this route: be aware of the significant traffic often present on the Atlanta Bypass, even outside of traditional rush hours, as it can impact your overall travel time.
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 61.9 miles from Duluth, GA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.3 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 27 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.9 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Duluth, 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 Duluth, GA
This is one driving day of about 123.7 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Duluth, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 49.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.9 mi from Duluth, GA
· 1h 15m into the drive
The midpoint is around 61.9 miles from Duluth, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Warner Robins, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
$5
near mile 4.3
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 29.9
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 102.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.34 one way
$38.69 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$21.15
$42.30
premium
$4.70
$22.89
$45.79
diesel
$5.61
$27.31
$54.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.1
0
$12.99
$5.94
Efficient EV
30.9
0
$10.82
$4.95
EV Truck/SUV
49.5
0
$17.32
$7.92
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Duluth, GA
Morning
in Duluth on Friday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Warner Robins, GA
Morning
in Warner Robins on Friday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
1 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
2h 28m 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 Duluth, GA to Warner Robins, GA covers 123.7 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter, Larry Justice Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.9 miles from Duluth, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.34 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 123.7 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 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Duluth, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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