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Trip from Ohio, GA to Baldwin, GA

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

3h 15m

Distance

170.3 mi

274 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 4m ★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 8m

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

Downtown Ohio, GA, GA

Ohio, GA

Chris F

Downtown Baldwin, GA, GA

Baldwin, GA

Malcolm Garret

Trip Overview

The drive from Ohio, GA to Baldwin, GA covers 170.3 miles and takes about 3h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, Lanier Parkway, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.5 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.63 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

85.2 miles from Ohio, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 170.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 15m highway drive covering 170.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Lanier Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 49.5 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 49.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Lanier Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.1 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 170.3 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 14.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.4 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.6 miles: 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.

8
14.1 mi into trip | ~20m in | I 475 / Larry Justice Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 156 Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
9
79.4 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in | I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 227 Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
8
89.6 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
8
107.5 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in

Take the exit toward I 85: Greenville, Atlanta

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 33 Toward I 85: Greenville, Atlanta
8
125.8 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in | I 985 / Lanier Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 985 / Lanier Parkway toward I 985 North: Gainesville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 113 Toward I 985 North: Gainesville

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Ohio, GA and Baldwin, GA, road signs point toward Greenville and Atlanta.

Greenville

79.4 mi in | ~1h 30m | via I 675

Atlanta

107.5 mi in | ~2h 3m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 49.5 mi 53m
Lanier Parkway 24.3 mi 26m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter 17.3 mi 19m
Larry Justice Highway 15.9 mi 17m
Interstate Highway 85 15.4 mi 16m
Cornelia Highway 12.8 mi 14m
Terrell Starr Parkway 10.1 mi 11m
GA 540 6.8 mi 7m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 49.5 mi, about 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ohio, GA and Baldwin, GA.

1

Start on Lilly Creek Road

0.9 mi · 3 min · Lilly Creek Road
2

Turn right onto GA 49; GA 540

5.0 mi · 6 min · Peach Parkway
3

Continue on GA 49; GA 540

1.0 mi · 1 min · GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on GA 49; GA 540

0.3 mi · 45 sec · GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
5

Take the exit onto GA 540

6.8 mi · 7 min · GA 540
Toward I 75:north: Macon Use the left lane.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 475

16 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156 Toward I 475 North: Atlanta Use the slight left lane.
7

Merge onto I 75

49 mi · 53 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 675

10 mi · 11 min · Terrell Starr Parkway
Exit 227 Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto I 285

17 mi · 19 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 52 sec
Exit 33 Toward I 85: Greenville, Atlanta Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork

520 ft · 6 sec
Toward I 85 North: Greenville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 85 North: Greenville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 85

1.2 mi · 1 min · Northeast Expressway
15

Continue on I 85

15 mi · 16 min · Interstate Highway 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto I 85

0.5 mi · 33 sec · I 85
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 985

24 mi · 26 min · Lanier Parkway
Exit 113 Toward I 985 North: Gainesville Use the slight left / straight lanes.
18

Continue on US 23; GA 365

13 mi · 14 min · Cornelia Highway
Use the right lane.
19

Continue on US 23; GA 365

4.6 mi · 5 min · Tommy Irwin Parkway
20

Turn right onto Duncan Bridge Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · Duncan Bridge Road
21

Turn left onto Willingham Avenue

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Willingham Avenue
22

Continue on Willingham Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Willingham Street
23

Continue on Willingham Avenue

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Willingham Avenue
24

Continue on Willingham Street

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Willingham Street
25

Continue on Willingham Avenue

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Willingham Avenue
26

Turn right onto Stonepile Street

31 ft · 1 sec · Stonepile Street
27

Arrive at destination

Stonepile Street

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 85.2 miles from Ohio, GA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.5 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 37 miles or 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 85.2 miles or 1h 37m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 38m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Ohio, 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 Ohio, GA

This is one driving day of about 170.3 miles and 3h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Ohio, 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 49.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 85.2 mi from Ohio, GA · 1h 37m into the drive

city in and county seat of DeKalb County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Decatur, GA

85 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

Jackson, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Stockbridge, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85.2 miles from Ohio, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Baldwin, GA

The final approach into Baldwin, 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 Baldwin, GA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Starbucks

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Forsyth, Georgia

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 36.5

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+14787582001

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Mozart Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Atlanta, Georgia

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.5

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17709868802

Visit website

Mojo Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ellenwood, Georgia

3 mi

Starbucks

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 109.5

Norcross, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+17707340364

Visit website

Starbucks

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 36.5

Forsyth, Georgia

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+14787582001

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 121.7

Lawrenceville, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+17706822742

Visit website

Mozart Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.5

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17709868802

Visit website

Mojo Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 85.2

Ellenwood, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16784892929

Visit website

Paris Baguette

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 121.7

Duluth, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14707678695

Visit website

Choice Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.5

Chamblee, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+16784045434

Visit website

K1 Speed Duluth

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 121.7

Duluth, Georgia

Hours: 12–10 pm

+16783672857

Visit website

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 133.8

Buford, Georgia

Hours: 4–8 pm

+18009604778

Visit website

Museum of Arts and Sciences

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 24.3

Macon, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14784773232

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

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,...

7 mi from route ~19 min detour $5 near mile 111.6
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
View on nps.gov
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 17.6
View on nps.gov
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

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...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 94
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.63 one way

$53.26 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $29.12 $58.24
premium $4.70 $31.52 $63.04
diesel $5.61 $37.60 $75.20

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: 59.6 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 51.1 0 $17.88 $8.17
Efficient EV 42.6 0 $14.90 $6.81
EV Truck/SUV 68.1 0 $23.84 $10.90

Gas CO2

60 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 15, 2026

Origin

Ohio, GA

Late night in Ohio on Friday

Local time

12:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Baldwin, GA

Late night in Baldwin on Friday

Local time

12:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Decatur, GA

85 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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 15m 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 Ohio, GA to Baldwin, GA covers 170.3 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Lanier Parkway, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.2 miles from Ohio, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.63 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 15 significant decision points across 170.3 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 14.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.4 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Ohio, GA and Baldwin, GA, road signs point toward Greenville and Atlanta.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.

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