Trip from Marietta, GA to Blackshear, GA

Drive Time

5h 22m

Distance

257.8 mi

415 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 9m ★

6 AM

5h 22m

8 AM

5h 49m

10 AM

5h 32m

12 PM

5h 29m

3 PM

5h 33m

5 PM

5h 48m

8 PM

5h 14m

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

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Blackshear, GA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Marietta to Blackshear covers 257.8 miles, a journey that typically takes 5 hours and 22 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it is manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget approximately $41 for fuel to complete the trek. You will primarily navigate via I-75 and I-16 before transitioning onto Blackshear Highway Southeast. This route stays entirely within the Southeast region of Georgia, transitioning from the northern suburbs into the southern landscape.

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

128.9 miles from Marietta, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a drive defined by efficiency, as 77% of this journey is spent on highways. The initial portion features a significant 77.1-mile stretch on I-75, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of your travel. While the interstate legs offer fast, consistent progress, the character of the road shifts once you transition toward the Blackshear Highway Southeast. This mix of high-speed transit and local highway driving ensures you maintain a steady pace throughout the 257.8-mile distance. You will experience a straightforward, direct route that prioritizes travel time over technical maneuvers.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 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 77.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 257.8 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 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

3.1 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the exit toward I 75 South: Atlanta

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 South: Atlanta

23.4 mi into trip | ~32m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

88.2 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Macon, Savannah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward Macon, Savannah

100.4 mi into trip | ~1h 57m in

Take the exit toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah

167.1 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in

Take the exit toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 67 Toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia

Towns Along This Route

Between Marietta, GA and Blackshear, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Vidalia.

Macon

88.2 mi in | ~1h 43m | via I 75

Savannah

88.2 mi in | ~1h 43m | via I 75

Vidalia

167.1 mi in | ~3h 9m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	77.1 mi	1h 25m
I 16	65.6 mi	1h 10m
Blackshear Highway Southeast	34.5 mi	51m
GA 29	20.6 mi	26m
US 1	13.1 mi	15m
Cedar Crossing Road	10.4 mi	21m
GA 135	9.2 mi	13m
Horace E Tate Freeway	7.3 mi	8m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 77.1 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marietta, GA and Blackshear, GA.

Start on West Park Square

117 ft · 11 sec · West Park Square

Continue on South Park Square

343 ft · 8 sec · South Park Square

Use the left lane.

Continue on Roswell Street

1.7 mi · 3 min · Roswell Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto US 41; GA 3

0.7 mi · 1 min · Cobb Parkway South

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto GA 120

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Marietta Parkway

Use the left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 75 South: Atlanta Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 75

5.2 mi · 5 min · Larry McDonald Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 75

7.3 mi · 8 min · Horace E Tate Freeway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 75; I 85

5.0 mi · 6 min · Downtown Connector

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 75; I 85

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Wendell George Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

65 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 75

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

12 mi · 13 min · I 75

Toward Macon, Savannah Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min

Exit 165 Toward I 16 East: Jim Gillis Highway, Savannah Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 16

66 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 16

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Exit 67 Toward GA 29: Soperton, Vidalia

Turn right onto GA 29

21 mi · 26 min · GA 29

Use the none lane.

Continue on GA 135

9.2 mi · 13 min · GA 135

At end of road, turn left onto 135

0.3 mi · 32 sec · West Broad Street

Turn right onto 135

308 ft · 6 sec · 135

Turn left onto East Broad Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Broad Street

Continue on Cedar Crossing Road

10 mi · 21 min · Cedar Crossing Road

Turn right onto US 1; GA 4; GA 15

3.7 mi · 4 min · US 1; GA 4; GA 15

Continue on US 1; 4; 15

1.4 mi · 1 min · Plant Hatch Parkway

Continue on US 1; GA 4; GA 15

9.4 mi · 10 min · US 1; GA 4; GA 15

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto 15

35 mi · 51 min · Blackshear Highway Southeast

Arrive at destination

GA 15; GA 121

Trip Plan

To keep your 5-hour and 22-minute drive manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route relies heavily on major interstates like I-75 and I-16, try to avoid peak rush hour traffic in the Marietta area to ensure a smoother departure. Given the $41 fuel estimate, keep an eye on your gauge during the longer interstate segments to avoid refueling at high-priced highway stations. The flexibility of this one-day trip allows you to set your own schedule, but departing early in the morning is your best strategy for a stress-free arrival in Blackshear.

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 128.9 miles from Marietta, GA, or about 2h 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 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 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 128.9 miles or 2h 28m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 17m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Marietta, 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 Marietta, GA

This is one driving day of about 257.8 miles and 5h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marietta, 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 77.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 128.9 mi from Marietta, GA · 2h 28m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dadeville, AL

129 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

Dadeville, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dadeville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.9 miles from Marietta, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.1 miles.

Arriving in Blackshear, GA

The final approach into Blackshear, 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 Blackshear, 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

$41.26 one way

$82.52 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$44.95	$89.91
premium	$4.78	$48.49	$96.99
diesel	$5.64	$57.27	$114.55

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: 90.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	77.3	0	$27.07	$12.37
Efficient EV	64.5	0	$22.56	$10.31
EV Truck/SUV	103.1	1	$36.09	$16.50

Gas CO2

90 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Marietta, GA

Evening in Marietta on Sunday

Local time

8:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Blackshear, GA

Evening in Blackshear on Sunday

Local time

8:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°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

4 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

5h 22m 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 Marietta, GA to Blackshear, GA covers 257.8 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, I 16, Blackshear Highway Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 128.9 miles from Marietta, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.26 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.

Between Marietta, GA and Blackshear, GA, road signs point toward Macon, Savannah and Vidalia.

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Trip from Marietta, GA to Blackshear, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Blackshear, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Marietta, GA

Blackshear, GA

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 22m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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