Origin
Pembroke, GA
Morning in Pembroke on Friday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pembroke, GA to Columbus, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 39m
Distance
219.9 mi
354 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 27m
★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 49m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 4m
8 PM
3h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Pembroke, GA to Columbus, GA covers 219.9 miles and takes about 3h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Anderson Lane, North Main Street, I 16 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.39 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
110 miles from Pembroke, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 219.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 39m drive with frequent turns across 219.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Anderson Lane is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 39m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pembroke, GA to Columbus, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Lane | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| I 16 West | — | — |
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | — | — |
| GA 358 | — | — |
| Oakland Heights Parkway | — | — |
| Vineville Street | — | — |
| Orange Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Anderson Lane
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke, GA and Columbus, GA.
1
Start on Church Street
98 ft
·
6 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn right onto Anderson Lane
246 ft
·
16 sec
·
Anderson Lane
3
Turn left onto North Main Street
10 mi
·
15 min
·
North Main Street
4
Take the ramp left toward I 16 West: Macon
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 16 West: Macon
5
Merge slight left onto Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
97 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
6
Take the exit slight right toward GA 358: Allentown, Danville
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
GA 358: Allentown, Danville
7
Keep slight left to continue on GA 358: Allentown, Danville
98 ft
·
6 sec
·
GA 358: Allentown, Danville
8
Turn left
3.9 mi
·
5 min
9
At the end of the road, turn left
32 mi
·
44 min
10
Turn right
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
11
Keep slight left to continue on Oakland Heights Parkway
121 ft
·
4 sec
·
Oakland Heights Parkway
12
Turn left onto Vineville Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Vineville Street
13
Continue on Orange Street
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Orange Street
14
At the end of the road, turn left
39 mi
·
46 min
15
Continue straight
0.8 mi
·
1 min
16
Continue straight
17 mi
·
20 min
17
Continue on Beaver Run Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Beaver Run Road
18
Turn left
9.7 mi
·
15 min
19
Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue
404 ft
·
12 sec
·
10th Avenue
20
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
10th Street
21
Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Veterans Parkway
22
Arrive at your destination
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 110 miles from Pembroke, GA, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
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 48 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110 miles or 1h 49m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbus, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pembroke, 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 Pembroke, GA
This is one driving day of about 219.9 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Pembroke, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110 mi from Pembroke, GA · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 110 miles from Pembroke, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbus, GA
The final approach into Columbus, 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 Columbus, 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
$34.39 one way
$68.78 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.60 | $75.20 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.70 | $81.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.55 | $97.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66 | 0 | $23.09 | $10.56 |
| Efficient EV | 55 | 0 | $19.24 | $8.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88 | 1 | $30.79 | $14.07 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Destination
Columbus, GA
Morning in Columbus on Friday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
4 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
3h 39m 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 Pembroke, GA to Columbus, GA covers 219.9 miles and takes about 3h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Anderson Lane, North Main Street, I 16 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110 miles from Pembroke, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.39 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 straightforward 3h 39m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pembroke, GA to Columbus, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pembroke, GA to Columbus, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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