Origin
Fitzgerald, GA
Morning in Fitzgerald on Saturday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fitzgerald, GA to Ohio, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
88.9 mi
143 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fitzgerald, GA
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Ohio, GA
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Trip Overview
This 89.8-mile drive from Fitzgerald to Georgia's Ohio is a straightforward, single-day adventure, taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete. With a modest fuel cost of around $14, it's an economical option for a quick local excursion. The route primarily uses Irwinville Highway, Walker Avenue, and Ten Mile Road, indicating a more local, turn-heavy experience rather than a high-speed highway journey. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this trip is perfectly suited for a relaxed day trip within the Southeast region, allowing for flexibility in your departure and return times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.5 miles from Fitzgerald, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 88.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive on this route, as there's a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating primarily local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't a significant factor here, given the relatively short overall distance. You'll likely experience a varied driving environment as you move through different local segments. Expect to adjust your speed and be mindful of turns more frequently than on a typical interstate trip. This drive offers a more intimate connection with the landscape as you traverse these less-traveled paths.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 59 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Ten Mile Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (Walker Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 23 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Central Avenue
Depart onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Walker Avenue
Turn right onto Walker Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
23 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
23.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
82.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward GA 96: Housers Mill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 142
Toward GA 96: Housers Mill Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 59 mi | 1h 3m |
| Ten Mile Road | 17.7 mi | 24m |
| GA 96 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| East Washington Avenue | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Brock Road | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| East Central Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Sylvester Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Lilly Creek Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 59 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fitzgerald, GA and Ohio, GA.
1
Start on East Central Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on Irwinville Highway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Irwinville Highway
3
Turn right onto Walker Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Walker Avenue
4
Turn left onto Ten Mile Road
18 mi
·
24 min
·
Ten Mile Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto GA 107; GA 112
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Sylvester Road
6
Continue on GA 107; GA 112
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Washington Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 75
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 142
Toward GA 96: Housers Mill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto GA 96
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
GA 96
11
Turn right onto Brock Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Brock Road
12
Continue on Brock Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Brock Road
13
Turn right onto Lilly Creek Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lilly Creek Road
14
Arrive at destination
Lilly Creek Road
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 30-minute duration and modest fuel cost of $14, this trip offers significant flexibility. You can easily depart any time of day, perhaps aiming for a mid-morning start to avoid any potential rush hour traffic, though it's unlikely to be a major issue on these local roads. Since there are no specific recommended stops and the drive is short, you don't need to worry about pacing lengthy breaks. A practical tip for this route: pay close attention to road signage for Irwinville Highway, Walker Avenue, and Ten Mile Road, as frequent turns are characteristic of this journey.
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 44.5 miles from Fitzgerald, GA, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.5 miles or 56m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ohio, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fitzgerald, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fitzgerald, GA
This is one driving day of about 88.9 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Fitzgerald, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 59 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.5 mi from Fitzgerald, GA · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.5 miles from Fitzgerald, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ohio, GA
The final approach into Ohio, 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
$13.90 one way
$27.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.20 | $30.40 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.45 | $32.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.63 | $39.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.33 | $4.27 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.45 | $5.69 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Ohio, GA
Morning in Ohio on Saturday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°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
3 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 52m 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 Fitzgerald, GA to Ohio, GA covers 88.9 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Ten Mile Road, GA 96. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.5 miles from Fitzgerald, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.90 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 straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (Walker Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 23 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fitzgerald, GA to Ohio, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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