Origin
Hogansville, GA
Evening in Hogansville on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hogansville, GA to Augusta, GA
Drive Time
3h 42m
Distance
197.9 mi
319 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 30m
★
6 AM
3h 42m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 51m
12 PM
3h 49m
3 PM
3h 52m
5 PM
4h 6m
8 PM
3h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hogansville, GA
Nghia Tran
Augusta, GA
Gustavo Denuncio
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hogansville to Augusta covers 197.9 miles across the Southeast, making for a manageable journey that typically lasts 3 hours and 42 minutes. Because the trip is straightforward, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $32 for fuel to complete the transit. Navigating the route involves traveling along the Carl Sanders Highway, the Purple Heart Highway, and the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. Since both cities are located within Georgia, the drive offers a consistent regional experience as you transition across the state. This is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B 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
99 miles from Hogansville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is characterized by its turn-heavy local feel, offering a driving experience that requires more engagement than a standard interstate cruise. With only 2% of the journey spent on major highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is an 84.9-mile stretch on the Carl Sanders Highway. As you progress, the road environment shifts frequently, demanding your attention as you navigate the winding segments. Expect a varied pace rather than a monotonous high-speed grind, as the local road network dictates how you handle the nearly 200-mile distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Carl Sanders Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 84.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 197.9 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 3.3 miles (I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
43.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward GA 279: Old National Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 69B
Toward GA 279: Old National Highway
8
44.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 285 East: Atlanta International Airport, Macon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 285 East: Atlanta International Airpor...
7
59.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East: Augusta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46B
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
7
61.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hogansville, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.
Macon
44.6 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Sanders Highway | 84.9 mi | 1h 30m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 45.5 mi | 48m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 39.9 mi | 42m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 14.7 mi | 17m |
| West Main Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Calhoun Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Washington Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| GA 14 Connector | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Carl Sanders Highway
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hogansville, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on GA 54
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
West Main Street
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
3
Merge onto I 85
40 mi
·
42 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 69B
Toward GA 279: Old National Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto GA 14 Connector
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
GA 14 Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 285 East: Atlanta International Airport, Macon
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 285
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
3 min
Exit 46B
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 20
46 mi
·
48 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 20
85 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 199
Toward GA 28: Augusta
13
Keep slight right at fork
481 ft
·
11 sec
14
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Road
15
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Calhoun Expressway
16
Continue on GA 28
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Greene Street
17
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
11th Street
18
Turn right onto Walton Way
225 ft
·
3 sec
·
Walton Way
19
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3 hour and 42 minute drive, consider departing early in the morning to beat local traffic patterns. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the turn-heavy nature of the roads can be more taxing than a straight highway shot. Because the trip is short enough to tackle in one day, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule based on your personal pace. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longer 84.9-mile stretch on the Carl Sanders Highway to ensure you have enough gas to reach your next planned stop. Staying alert is key when navigating these secondary roads, so prioritize rest breaks before you start to feel fatigued.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 99 miles from Hogansville, GA, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 99 miles or 1h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
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 Hogansville, 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 Hogansville, GA
This is one driving day of about 197.9 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hogansville, 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 Carl Sanders Highway for about 84.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99 mi from Hogansville, GA · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 99 miles from Hogansville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Carl Sanders Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.9 miles.
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
$31.67 one way
$63.34 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $34.51 | $69.02 |
| premium | $4.78 | $37.23 | $74.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $43.97 | $87.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.78 | $9.50 |
| Efficient EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.32 | $7.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.71 | $12.67 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Augusta, GA
Evening in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Cleveland, TN
99 mi in
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
4 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
3h 42m 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 Hogansville, GA to Augusta, GA covers 197.9 miles and takes about 3h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Carl Sanders Highway, Purple Heart Highway, Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99 miles from Hogansville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 197.9 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 3.3 miles (I 85 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hogansville, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.
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