Origin
Emerson, GA
Late night in Emerson on Wednesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Emerson, GA to Warner Robins, GA
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
139.6 mi
225 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
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6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Emerson, GA
Enam Sape
Trip Overview
This 139.6-mile drive from Emerson, Georgia, to Warner Robins, Georgia, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. With 82% of the route on highways, it's a straightforward journey primarily utilizing I-75, Larry Justice Highway, and the Fall Line Freeway. The estimated fuel cost for this Southeast Georgia to Southeast Georgia route is around $22. Given the relatively short duration and focused highway profile, you won't need an overnight stop, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. This drive offers a practical way to cover ground efficiently.
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
69.8 miles from Emerson, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 139.6-mile drive, with 82% of the journey on faster roads. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 102.6 miles on I-75, which forms the backbone of this route. While the profile is primarily highway, the inclusion of Larry Justice Highway and the Fall Line Freeway suggests some variation beyond pure interstate travel. The drive progresses with a consistent pace for most of the 2-hour and 44-minute duration, offering a predictable driving rhythm.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Larry Justice Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near I 75.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 139.6 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 1.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.6 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m 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.
6
41.8 mi into trip
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~50m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
106.6 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
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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
5
122.7 mi into trip
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~2h 19m in
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I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Merge onto I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
132.3 mi into trip
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~2h 29m 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...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 102.6 mi | 1h 56m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Watson Boulevard | 6.7 mi | 12m |
| James Wendell George Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Old Allatoona Road Southeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| GA 293 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Kingsbury Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 102.6 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emerson, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
1
Start on 4th Street
46 ft
·
6 sec
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4th Street
2
Turn left onto Gaston Westbrook Avenue
322 ft
·
19 sec
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Gaston Westbrook Avenue
3
Turn left onto GA 293
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
GA 293
4
Continue on Old Allatoona Road Southeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Allatoona Road Southeast
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
6
Merge onto I 75
38 mi
·
44 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
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Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 146
Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Robins
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left
107 ft
·
7 sec
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Robins A.F.B.
13
Turn left onto GA 247 Connector
6.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
166 ft
·
7 sec
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Hospital Drive
15
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Dr. Parihar Drive
16
Turn left onto McAllister Road
374 ft
·
18 sec
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McAllister Road
17
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
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Kingsbury Circle
18
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft
·
2 sec
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Trinity Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
Trip Plan
For this 139.6-mile trip, leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Warner Robins with plenty of daylight. Since the total duration is under 3 hours and the longest stretch is about 102.6 miles on I-75, you likely won't need more than one planned stop for fuel or a quick break. The $22 fuel cost is a good estimate to keep in mind. Pay attention to signage for the transition from I-75 to Larry Justice Highway and then to the Fall Line Freeway, as these are key points where the road character might shift slightly.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.8 miles from Emerson, GA, or about 1h 21m 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.8 miles or 1h 21m 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 10m
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 Emerson, 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 Emerson, GA
This is one driving day of about 139.6 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Emerson, 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 69.8 mi from Emerson, GA · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 69.8 miles from Emerson, 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 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.
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
$21.83 one way
$43.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.87 | $47.74 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.84 | $51.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.82 | $61.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.66 | $6.70 |
| Efficient EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.21 | $5.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.54 | $8.93 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Warner Robins, GA
Late night in Warner Robins on Wednesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
15 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 44m 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 Emerson, GA to Warner Robins, GA covers 139.6 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Larry Justice Highway, Fall Line Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.8 miles from Emerson, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.83 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 139.6 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 1.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.6 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Emerson, GA to Warner Robins, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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