The drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Americus, GA covers 160.4 miles and takes about 3h 19m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 19, I 75, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.3 miles on US 19.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.08 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
80.2 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 34m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 160.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 19m highway drive covering 160.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 19 and I 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.3 miles on US 19.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 19 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 19 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 160.4 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 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
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
7
26.2 mi into trip|~32m in
Take the exit toward I 675 South: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward I 675 South: Macon
8
77.2 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward GA 83: Forsyth, Monticello
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 187
Toward GA 83: Forsyth, Monticello
7
77.5 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
160.1 mi into trip|~3h 19m in|North Lee Street
At end of road, turn right onto North Lee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Americus, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.
Monticello
77.2 mi in|~1h 29m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 19
50.3 mi
1h 2m
I 75
39.7 mi
43m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
20.1 mi
23m
North Lee Street
18.7 mi
26m
Terrell Starr Parkway
10.2 mi
11m
West Hopewell Road
7.1 mi
10m
US 80
5.4 mi
7m
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
3.7 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 19
— 50.3 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peachtree Corners, GA and Americus, GA.
1
Start on GA 141
1.8 mi·3 min·Peachtree Parkway Northwest
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the exit onto GA 141
0.2 mi·15 sec·GA 141
Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
3
Merge onto GA 141
3.7 mi·5 min·Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 285 EastUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 285
20 mi·23 min·Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
1.1 mi·2 min
Exit 52Toward I 675 South: MaconUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 675
10 mi·11 min·Terrell Starr Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 75
40 mi·43 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 187Toward GA 83: Forsyth, MonticelloUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
164 ft·3 sec
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on GA 83
0.1 mi·19 sec·Cabiness Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on GA 42; GA 83
18 mi·26 min·North Lee Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 341; GA 7; GA 42
0.7 mi·57 sec·US 341; GA 7; GA 42
14
Turn right onto West Hopewell Road
7.1 mi·10 min·West Hopewell Road
15
Turn right onto US 80; GA 22
5.4 mi·7 min·US 80; GA 22
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; US 80; GA 3; GA 22
2.1 mi·2 min·US 19; US 80; GA 3; GA 22
17
Continue on US 19; GA 3
36 mi·43 min·US 19; GA 3
Use the straight lane.
18
Enter roundabout onto US 19; GA 3
117 ft·3 sec·US 19; GA 3
19
Continue on US 19; GA 3
13 mi·16 min·US 19; GA 3
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto Parkview Place
218 ft·6 sec·Parkview Place
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on McGarrah Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·McGarrah Street
22
Turn left onto Jr Campbell Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·Jr Campbell Street
23
At end of road, turn right onto North Lee Street
0.3 mi·37 sec·North Lee Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Arrive at destination
GA 377
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 80.2 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.3 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 35 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.2 miles or 1h 34m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Americus, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Peachtree Corners, 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 Peachtree Corners, GA
This is one driving day of about 160.4 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 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 US 19 for about 50.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.2 mi from Peachtree Corners, GA
· 1h 34m into the drive
The midpoint is around 80.2 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Americus, GA
The final approach into Americus, 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 Americus, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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,...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
$5
Park Closure: Island Ford Trail Closures Winter 2025-2026
Park Closure: Restrooms and Water Fountains Unavailable at Powers Island and Akers Mill
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 27.7
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influenc...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 160.4
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.08 one way
$50.17 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$27.43
$54.85
premium
$4.70
$29.69
$59.37
diesel
$5.61
$35.41
$70.83
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: 56.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.1
0
$16.84
$7.70
Efficient EV
40.1
0
$14.04
$6.42
EV Truck/SUV
64.2
0
$22.46
$10.27
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Peachtree Corners, GA
Morning
in Peachtree Corners on Saturday
Local time
6:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Americus, GA
Morning
in Americus on Saturday
Local time
6:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 19m 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 Americus, GA covers 160.4 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 19, I 75, 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 80.2 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 $25.08 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 19 significant decision points across 160.4 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 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Peachtree Corners, GA to Americus, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
