Origin
Fort Valley, GA
Night in Fort Valley on Sunday
Local time
9:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
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28m
Distance
17.1 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
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Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
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Fort Valley, GA
Esteban Carriazo
Traveling the 17.1 miles from Fort Valley to Warner Robins is a quick, straightforward journey that typically takes about 28 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily completed in a single day, leaving you plenty of time at your destination. You will navigate primarily via Peach Parkway, Centerville Road, and Watson Boulevard as you transition between these Southeast Georgia towns. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel makes this a very economical commute. Since you stay within the same region, the drive feels familiar and lacks the complexity of cross-country travel. It is a highly practical route for anyone needing to move efficiently between these two points.
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
8.6 miles from Fort Valley, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulled by a monotonous interstate grind. While roughly 29% of your trip involves highway travel, the rest of the journey relies on local roads that require more attention to navigation. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Watson Boulevard, lasting just 6.7 miles before the character of the road shifts again. Because this is a short, localized route, you won't encounter the fatigue associated with long-haul driving. Stay alert for frequent turns, as the road personality changes steadily as you move from the quieter outskirts of Fort Valley into the more developed areas of Warner Robins.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 49 / South Camellia Boulevard.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.1 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (GA 49 / South Camellia Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto GA 49 / South Camellia Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road toward Centerville
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto McAllister Road
Navigation decision point
On the drive from Fort Valley, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Centerville along the way.
Centerville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Watson Boulevard | 6.7 mi | 12m |
| Peach Parkway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Centerville Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Blue Bird Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Camellia Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Kingsbury Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Dr. Parihar Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| McAllister Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Valley, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
Start on West Main Street
Turn left onto GA 49
Continue on GA 49
Continue on GA 49; GA 540
Turn right onto GA 247 Connector
Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector
Continue on GA 247 Connector
Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector
Continue on GA 247 Connector
Continue on GA 247 Connector
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
Turn left onto McAllister Road
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
Arrive at destination
Since this is a short 28-minute trip, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding local rush hours can make the drive smoother. You won't need to plan for any stops given the brief duration, allowing you to head straight to your destination without interruption. Ensure your tank is topped off before you leave, as the $3 fuel cost is minimal and won't impact your travel budget significantly. A helpful tip for this specific route is to pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning between Peach Parkway and Centerville Road to avoid missing a turn. Keeping your focus on the signage will ensure you navigate the turn-heavy sections with ease.
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.
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 17.1 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.6 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Fort Valley, 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 Fort Valley, GA
This is one driving day of about 17.1 miles and 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.6 mi from Fort Valley, GA · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 8.6 miles from Fort Valley, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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 Fort Valley on Sunday
Local time
9:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Warner Robins on Sunday
Local time
9:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
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
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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