This 173.5-mile journey from Ocilla to Augusta, Georgia, is easily manageable as a single-day road trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 12 minutes. Primarily following GA 56, US 25, and US 319, this drive offers a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, it's an economical option for exploring the Southeast. You'll spend about 64% of your time on highways, making for a relatively straightforward drive. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to connect these two Georgia locations without needing an overnight stay.
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
86.7 miles from Ocilla, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 173.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Expect a highway-focused profile for this 4-hour, 12-minute drive. With 64% of the route on highways, you'll experience consistent travel speeds for much of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.3 miles along GA 56. While the majority is highway-oriented, be prepared for potential transitions as you navigate between GA 56, US 25, and US 319. This route offers a steady progression through the Georgia landscape without extreme changes in road type.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 56 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 56 and US 25. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 319; GA 32; GA 35 / West 4th Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 12m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 319; GA 32; GA 35 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 129; US 319; GA 11; GA 90 / North Irwin Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (US 319; GA 107 / Jacksonville Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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|US 319; GA 32; GA 35 / West 4th Street
Turn left onto US 319; GA 32; GA 35 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 129; US 319; GA 11; GA 90 / North Irwin Avenue
Turn left onto US 129; US 319; GA 11; GA 90 / North Irwin Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
8.9 mi into trip|~14m in|US 319; GA 107 / Jacksonville Highway
Turn right onto US 319; GA 107 / Jacksonville Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
26.7 mi into trip|~41m in|US 319; US 441; GA 31
At end of road, turn left onto US 319; US 441; GA 31
Navigation decision point
4
57.7 mi into trip|~1h 22m in|CR 178 / Snowhill Baptist Church Road
Turn left onto CR 178 / Snowhill Baptist Church Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
GA 56
38.3 mi
55m
US 25
23.7 mi
31m
US 319
19.8 mi
23m
Jacksonville Highway
17.8 mi
26m
GA 46
14.1 mi
20m
Snowhill Baptist Church Road
8.4 mi
14m
US 280
8.2 mi
11m
Swainsboro Highway
8.1 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
GA 56
— 38.3 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocilla, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on this road
83 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto US 319; GA 32; GA 35
201 ft·12 sec·West 4th Street
3
Turn left onto US 129; US 319; GA 11; GA 90
0.9 mi·1 min·North Irwin Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on US 129; US 319; GA 11; GA 90
3.2 mi·4 min·Fitzgerald Highway
5
Continue on US 129; US 319; GA 11; GA 90
3.0 mi·4 min·Ocilla Highway
6
Turn right onto US 319; GA 107
1.7 mi·3 min·Benjamin H. Hill Drive East
7
Turn right onto US 319; GA 107
18 mi·26 min·Jacksonville Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 319; US 441; GA 31
3.1 mi·4 min·US 319; US 441; GA 31
9
Continue on US 319; US 441; SR 31
16 mi·18 min·US 319; US 441; SR 31
10
Continue on US 319; US 441; GA 31
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 319; US 441; GA 31
11
Continue on US 280; US 319; US 441; GA 30; GA 31
3.1 mi·5 min·3rd Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 280; GA 30
8.2 mi·11 min·US 280; GA 30
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto CR 178
8.4 mi·14 min·Snowhill Baptist Church Road
14
Turn right onto GA 46
14 mi·20 min·GA 46
15
Turn left onto US 221; GA 56
8.1 mi·11 min·Swainsboro Highway
16
Continue on US 221; 171
6.8 mi·9 min·US 221; 171
17
Turn right onto US 80; GA 26
7.4 mi·11 min·West Street
18
Continue on US 80; GA 26
2.6 mi·3 min·West Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn left onto GA 56
38 mi·55 min·GA 56
20
Enter roundabout onto Lovers Lane
156 ft·2 sec·Lovers Lane
21
Continue on Lovers Lane
0.3 mi·30 sec·Lovers Lane
22
Keep slight left at fork
1.8 mi·3 min
23
Turn left onto US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
24 mi·31 min·US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
24
Turn left onto Tubman Home Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Tubman Home Road
25
Turn right onto GA 4
0.6 mi·55 sec·Milledgeville Road
26
Turn slight left onto GA 4
1.9 mi·3 min·15th Street
27
Turn right onto GA 4
0.8 mi·1 min·Walton Way
28
Continue on Walton Way
282 ft·12 sec·Walton Way
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Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Trip Plan
Given its 4-hour, 12-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample time for the drive and any brief stops you might need. With only one recommended stop and a manageable fuel cost of $27, flexibility is on your side. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 38.3 miles on GA 56, as services can be spaced out. Planning your departure time will help you avoid potential traffic and maximize your daylight hours for arrival in Augusta.
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 86.7 miles from Ocilla, GA, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 38 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.7 miles or 2h 6m 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 27m
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 Ocilla, 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 Ocilla, GA
This is one driving day of about 173.5 miles and 4h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Ocilla, 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 GA 56 for about 38.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.7 mi from Ocilla, GA
· 2h 6m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.13 one way
$54.26 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$29.67
$59.33
premium
$4.70
$32.11
$64.22
diesel
$5.61
$38.31
$76.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.1
0
$18.22
$8.33
Efficient EV
43.4
0
$15.18
$6.94
EV Truck/SUV
69.4
0
$24.29
$11.10
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Ocilla, GA
Morning
in Ocilla on Saturday
Local time
9:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, GA
Morning
in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
9:11 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
1 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 12m 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 Ocilla, GA to Augusta, GA covers 173.5 miles and takes about 4h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 56, US 25, US 319. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.7 miles from Ocilla, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.13 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 straightforward 4h 12m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 319; GA 32; GA 35 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 129; US 319; GA 11; GA 90 / North Irwin Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (US 319; GA 107 / Jacksonville Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ocilla, GA to Augusta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
