The drive from Lakeview, GA to Augusta, GA covers 259.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Carl Sanders Highway, Purple Heart Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 102.6 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
129.6 miles from Lakeview, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 259.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Lakeview, GA to Augusta, GA covers 259.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Lakeview Drive.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 259.1 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: near the start (Lakeview Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.8 miles (GA 2 / Battlefield Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Lakeview Drive
Turn sharp right onto Lakeview Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|GA 2 / Battlefield Parkway
Turn left onto GA 2 / Battlefield Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
8.2 mi into trip|~13m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
110.8 mi into trip|~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 20: Augusta, Birmingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 247
Toward I 20: Augusta, Birmingham
7
111.1 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lakeview, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Birmingham
110.8 mi in|~2h 6m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
102.6 mi
1h 53m
Carl Sanders Highway
84.9 mi
1h 30m
Purple Heart Highway
46.9 mi
50m
Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
9.7 mi
11m
Battlefield Parkway
6.1 mi
8m
Calhoun Expressway
2.7 mi
3m
Washington Road
2.4 mi
4m
Cross Street
1.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 102.6 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeview, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on Park Street
69 ft·9 sec·Park Street
2
Turn sharp right onto Lakeview Drive
0.2 mi·20 sec·Lakeview Drive
3
Turn right onto Cross Street
1.7 mi·4 min·Cross Street
4
Turn left onto GA 2
6.1 mi·8 min·Battlefield Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 75 South
6
Merge onto I 75
103 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 247Toward I 20: Augusta, BirminghamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 East: AugustaUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 20
9.7 mi·11 min·Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 20
47 mi·50 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 straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 199Toward 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
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 129.6 miles from Lakeview, GA, or about 2h 29m 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 57 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.6 miles or 2h 29m 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 58m
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 Lakeview, 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 Lakeview, GA
This is one driving day of about 259.1 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Lakeview, 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 129.6 mi from Lakeview, GA
· 2h 29m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 107.2
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.52 one way
$81.04 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg91 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$44.30
$88.60
premium
$4.70
$47.95
$95.91
diesel
$5.61
$57.21
$114.41
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
77.7
0
$27.21
$12.44
Efficient EV
64.8
0
$22.67
$10.36
EV Truck/SUV
103.6
1
$36.27
$16.58
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Lakeview, GA
Morning
in Lakeview on Friday
Local time
8:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, GA
Morning
in Augusta on Friday
Local time
8:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
28 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
4h 51m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lakeview, GA to Augusta, GA covers 259.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Carl Sanders Highway, Purple Heart Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.6 miles from Lakeview, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.52 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 259.1 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: near the start (Lakeview Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.8 miles (GA 2 / Battlefield Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lakeview, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
