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Trip from Grovetown, GA to Augusta, GA

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Drive Time

22m

Distance

14.4 mi

23 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 21m ★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Grovetown, GA, GA

Grovetown, GA

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consolidated city-county in Richmond County, Georgia, United States

Augusta, GA

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Trip Overview

Traveling the 16.5 miles from Grovetown to Augusta is a quick, straightforward commute that takes about 23 minutes. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Georgia, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the journey. This trip is easily manageable as a day outing, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly option for your schedule. Whether you are heading into the city for work or personal errands, the drive offers a direct connection between the two areas without the need for extensive planning.

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

7.2 miles from Grovetown, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of local thoroughfares, including Gordon Highway, Highland Avenue, and Wrightsboro Road, which require your full attention behind the wheel. Because the longest stretch on Gordon Highway is effectively zero miles, you should prepare for a drive defined by frequent stops and turns. The road’s personality is strictly urban and suburban, lacking the monotony of long-distance highway travel. Stay alert as you transition between these local roads, as the pace of the drive remains constant from start to finish.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gordon Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.4 miles in near Highland Avenue.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Grovetown, GA to Augusta, GA is easy. At 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 9.4 miles (Highland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (Wrightsboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles (Walton Way): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

3 of 3 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
9.4 mi into trip | ~13m in | Highland Avenue

Turn left onto Highland Avenue

Navigation decision point

3
10.9 mi into trip | ~16m in | Wrightsboro Road

Turn right onto Wrightsboro Road

Navigation decision point

4
14.1 mi into trip | ~21m in | Walton Way

Turn right onto Walton Way

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Gordon Highway 7.7 mi 10m
Wrightsboro Road 2.3 mi 4m
East Robinson Avenue 1.7 mi 2m
Highland Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
13th Street 0.6 mi 1m
Richard Algernon Dent Boulevard 0.4 mi <1m
Walton Way 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Gordon Highway — 7.7 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Grovetown, GA and Augusta, GA.

1

Start on GA 223

1.7 mi · 2 min · East Robinson Avenue
2

Turn left onto US 78; US 278; GA 10

7.7 mi · 10 min · Gordon Highway
3

Turn left onto Highland Avenue

1.5 mi · 2 min · Highland Avenue
4

Turn right onto Wrightsboro Road

2.3 mi · 4 min · Wrightsboro Road
5

Continue on Richard Algernon Dent Boulevard

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Richard Algernon Dent Boulevard
6

Continue on 13th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · 13th Street
7

Turn right onto Walton Way

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Walton Way
8

Continue on Walton Way

282 ft · 12 sec · Walton Way
9

Arrive at destination

Walton Way

Trip Plan

Because this is a short 23-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever your schedule allows without worrying about complex pacing or rest stops. You will not need to plan for any stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through. Keep your $3 fuel budget in mind for a quick fill-up before you depart Grovetown to ensure a stress-free arrival in Augusta. Given the nature of these local roads, try to avoid peak commuting hours if you prefer a smoother, less congested experience on Highland Avenue and Wrightsboro Road. Remember that since this route is entirely local, your best strategy is to simply map your exact destination in Augusta to choose the most efficient turn-by-turn path among the available roads.

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 7.2 miles from Grovetown, GA, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.7 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 14.4 miles or 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 7.2 miles or 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Grovetown, 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 Grovetown, GA

This is one driving day of about 14.4 miles and 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grovetown, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Gordon Highway for about 7.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 7.2 mi from Grovetown, GA · 10m into the drive

city in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

West Columbia, SC

7 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

West Columbia, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Columbia, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 7.2 miles from Grovetown, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Augusta, GA

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.25 one way

$4.50 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $2.46 $4.92
premium $4.70 $2.67 $5.33
diesel $5.61 $3.18 $6.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 4.3 0 $1.51 $0.69
Efficient EV 3.6 0 $1.26 $0.58
EV Truck/SUV 5.8 0 $2.02 $0.92

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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 data refreshed 17 hours ago

Origin

Grovetown, GA

Morning in Grovetown on Wednesday

Local time

8:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Augusta, GA

Morning in Augusta on Wednesday

Local time

8:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Sunny

SW 6 mph 0% chance 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

38 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

22m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Grovetown, GA to Augusta, GA covers 14.4 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gordon Highway, Wrightsboro Road, East Robinson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.2 miles from Grovetown, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.25 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.
The drive from Grovetown, GA to Augusta, GA is easy. At 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.4 miles (Highland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (Wrightsboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles (Walton Way): Navigation decision point.
The route from Grovetown, GA to Augusta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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