Traveling from Minnesota, GA to Eastman, GA is a straightforward 89.2-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes. Since this route functions as a turn-heavy local drive, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Georgia locations. Because there are no designated stops scheduled along the way, the trip remains focused and efficient. It is an ideal option if you prefer a direct, local transit experience over the high-speed pace of major interstate travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.6 miles from Minnesota, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 89.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience from a standard highway cruise, as this entire 89.2-mile route consists of local roads rather than major interstates. You will navigate using Funston Doerun Road, East Pine Street, and South Main Street, which creates a turn-heavy environment requiring your full attention. Since 0% of the drive is on the highway, the pace is dictated by local traffic patterns and intersections rather than high-speed cruising. The road lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, making it a technical drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Prepare for frequent adjustments to your speed as you transition through these local road segments.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 112 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 (CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (GA 133): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 18.9 miles (East Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road
Turn sharp left onto CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|GA 133
Merge onto GA 133
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
18.9 mi into trip|~24m in|East Pine Street
Turn right onto East Pine Street
Navigation decision point
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19 mi into trip|~24m in|GA 33 / South Main Street
Turn left onto GA 33 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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88.8 mi into trip|~2h 6m in|US 23; US 341 Business; GA 27 Business; GA 87; GA 117 / Oak Street
Turn left onto US 23; US 341 Business; GA 27 Business; GA 87; GA 117 / Oak Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
GA 112
20.3 mi
28m
Ashburn Highway
15.2 mi
21m
Abbeville Highway
13.7 mi
18m
1st Avenue
10.6 mi
15m
Sylvester Road
9.3 mi
13m
GA 133
8.8 mi
10m
East Washington Avenue
3.2 mi
5m
Rhine-Abbeville Highway
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
GA 112
— 20.3 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnesota, GA and Eastman, GA.
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Start on South Fain Street
26 ft·8 sec·South Fain Street
2
Turn sharp left onto CR 494
0.2 mi·23 sec·Funston Doerun Road
3
Merge onto GA 133
8.8 mi·10 min·GA 133
4
Turn right
192 ft·3 sec
5
Turn straight onto GA 112
9.8 mi·13 min·GA 112
6
Turn right onto East Pine Street
0.1 mi·25 sec·East Pine Street
7
Turn left onto GA 33
1.2 mi·2 min·South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on GA 33; GA 112
15 mi·21 min·Ashburn Highway
Use the straight / left / sharp right lanes.
9
Continue on GA 112
1.3 mi·2 min·West Washington Street
10
Continue on GA 112
3.2 mi·5 min·East Washington Avenue
11
Continue on GA 107; GA 112
9.3 mi·13 min·Sylvester Road
12
Turn left onto GA 90; GA 112
0.3 mi·34 sec·North Railroad Street
13
Turn right onto GA 112
11 mi·15 min·GA 112
14
Turn right onto US 280; GA 30; GA 215
11 mi·15 min·1st Avenue
15
Continue on US 280; GA 30
2.5 mi·3 min·Rhine-Abbeville Highway
16
Turn left onto GA 87
4.6 mi·6 min·Abbeville Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 87
9.2 mi·12 min·Abbeville Highway
18
Turn left onto GA 87; GA 117
0.9 mi·1 min·Rhine Highway
19
Continue on GA 87; GA 117
1.1 mi·2 min·Griffin Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto US 23; US 341 Business; GA 27 Business; GA 87; GA 117
0.3 mi·44 sec·Oak Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
250 ft·15 sec·4th Avenue
22
Turn left onto College Street
130 ft·5 sec·College Street
23
Arrive at destination
College Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though planning for a two-hour window is essential. Because there are no formal stops planned, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to cover the estimated $14 cost. Keep a close eye on your GPS or map throughout the drive, as the reliance on local roads like Funston Doerun Road means you will need to navigate several turns to stay on track. If you find the technical nature of the turns tiring, remember that you can pull over safely in town centers to stretch your legs. Prioritize staying alert during the transition between Pine and Main streets to ensure a smooth arrival in Eastman.
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 44.6 miles from Minnesota, GA, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.3 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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eastman, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Minnesota, 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 Minnesota, GA
This is one driving day of about 89.2 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Minnesota, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on GA 112 for about 20.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.6 mi from Minnesota, GA
· 1h 2m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.95 one way
$27.90 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.25
$30.50
premium
$4.70
$16.51
$33.02
diesel
$5.61
$19.69
$39.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.8
0
$9.37
$4.28
Efficient EV
22.3
0
$7.81
$3.57
EV Truck/SUV
35.7
0
$12.49
$5.71
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Minnesota, GA
Morning
in Minnesota on Saturday
Local time
10:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Eastman, GA
Morning
in Eastman on Saturday
Local time
10:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Rochelle, GA
45 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
22 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
2h 7m 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 Minnesota, GA to Eastman, GA covers 89.2 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 112, Ashburn Highway, Abbeville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.6 miles from Minnesota, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.95 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (GA 133): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 18.9 miles (East Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Minnesota, GA to Eastman, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
