Trip from Peachtree Corners, GA to Augusta, GA

Drive Time

2h 59m

Distance

158 mi

254 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 48m ★

6 AM

2h 59m

8 AM

3h 22m

10 AM

3h 7m

12 PM

3h 5m

3 PM

3h 8m

5 PM

3h 21m

8 PM

2h 52m

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

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Peachtree Corners, GA

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Augusta, GA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Peachtree Corners to Augusta, you are looking at a 158-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 59 minutes. This Southeast transit works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, as it does not require an overnight split. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating through the region, you will utilize major thoroughfares including the Carl Sanders Highway, the Purple Heart Highway, and the Atlanta Bypass. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this route offers a manageable transit across Georgia that is efficient for those on a tight schedule.

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

79 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only about 3% of this 158-mile route consists of highway, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads rather than cruising on an interstate. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Carl Sanders Highway, covering 84.9 miles of the journey. Because the route is not a monotonous highway grind, the road feel changes frequently as you transition between secondary roads and major bypasses. Be prepared for a more technical driving experience than a standard high-speed interstate haul.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Carl Sanders Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 84.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near GA 141.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 158 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 1.8 miles (GA 141): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles (GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

1.8 mi into trip | ~3m in | GA 141

Take the exit onto GA 141 toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee

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

Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee

2 mi into trip | ~3m in | GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

Merge onto GA 141 / Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5.7 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward I 285 East

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

Use the left lane. Toward I 285 East

17.9 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward US 278: Covington Highway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 43 Toward US 278: Covington Highway

21.5 mi into trip | ~29m in

Turn left toward I 20 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 20 East

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Carl Sanders Highway	84.9 mi	1h 30m
Purple Heart Highway	45.2 mi	48m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter	11.8 mi	13m
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard	3.7 mi	5m
Calhoun Expressway	2.7 mi	3m
Washington Road	2.4 mi	4m
Peachtree Parkway Northwest	1.8 mi	3m
Covington Highway	1.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Carl Sanders Highway — 84.9 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Peachtree Corners, GA and Augusta, GA.

Start on GA 141

1.8 mi · 3 min · Peachtree Parkway Northwest

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto GA 141

0.2 mi · 15 sec · GA 141

Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee

Merge onto GA 141

3.7 mi · 5 min · Peachtree Industrial Boulevard

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 285 East Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 285

12 mi · 13 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 43 Toward US 278: Covington Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto US 278; GA 12

1.8 mi · 2 min · Covington Highway

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Wesley Chapel Road

1.7 mi · 2 min · Wesley Chapel Road

Use the right lane.

Turn left

0.4 mi · 59 sec

Toward I 20 East Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 20

45 mi · 48 min · Purple Heart Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 20

85 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Carl Sanders Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Exit 199 Toward GA 28: Augusta

Keep slight right at fork

481 ft · 11 sec

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Road

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.7 mi · 3 min · Calhoun Expressway

Continue on GA 28

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Greene Street

Turn right onto 11th Street

0.4 mi · 44 sec · 11th Street

Turn right onto Walton Way

225 ft · 3 sec · Walton Way

Arrive at destination

Walton Way

Trip Plan

Since this is a roughly three-hour trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and stay sharp. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, departure timing is key; try to avoid peak local traffic hours to keep your travel time closer to the three-hour mark. With a fuel budget of $25, topping off before you leave Peachtree Corners ensures you won't have to hunt for gas stations during the more remote local stretches. The flexibility of a one-day trip is your biggest advantage, so keep your itinerary light to account for the turn-heavy nature of the drive. Above all, pay close attention to navigation prompts while on the Carl Sanders Highway, as this 84.9-mile segment is where you will spend the most time.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 79 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, or about 1h 31m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 79 miles or 1h 31m 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 25m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Peachtree Corners, 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 Peachtree Corners, GA

This is one driving day of about 158 miles and 2h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Peachtree Corners, 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 Carl Sanders Highway for about 84.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 79 mi from Peachtree Corners, GA · 1h 31m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenville, SC

79 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

Warner Robins, GA

Fuel and coffee

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

Warner Robins, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 79 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Carl Sanders Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.9 miles.

Arriving in Augusta, GA

The final approach into Augusta, 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 Augusta, 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

$25.29 one way

$50.57 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$27.55	$55.10
premium	$4.78	$29.72	$59.44
diesel	$5.64	$35.10	$70.20

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 55.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	47.4	$16.59	$7.58
Efficient EV	39.5	$13.83	$6.32
EV Truck/SUV	63.2	$22.12	$10.11

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Peachtree Corners, GA

Night in Peachtree Corners on Sunday

Local time

9:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Augusta, GA

Night in Augusta on Sunday

Local time

9:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

63°F

Greenville, SC

79 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

1 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

2h 59m 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 Peachtree Corners, GA to Augusta, GA covers 158 miles and takes about 2h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Carl Sanders Highway, Purple Heart Highway, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 79 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.29 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Peachtree Corners, GA to Augusta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Peachtree Corners, GA to Augusta, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Augusta, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Peachtree Corners, GA

Augusta, GA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 59m on the road

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