Origin
Pennington, GA
Evening in Pennington on Wednesday
Local time
8:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pennington, GA to Plains, GA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.1 mi
39 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Pennington, GA to Plains, GA covers 24.1 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on GA 49, US 280, Bailey Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.4 miles on GA 49. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.77 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
12 miles from Pennington, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 37m highway drive covering 24.1 miles, with most of the trip on GA 49 and US 280. The longest continuous stretch is about 9.4 miles on GA 49.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 49 and US 280. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 195 / Bailey Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 7 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 (GA 195 / Bailey Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.4 miles (GA 49): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles (GA 49): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 195 / Bailey Avenue
Turn sharp right onto GA 195 / Bailey Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
3.4 mi into trip
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~6m in
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GA 49
At end of road, turn left onto GA 49
Navigation decision point
4
8.3 mi into trip
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~13m in
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GA 49
Enter roundabout onto GA 49
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
14.3 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 19; US 280; GA 3; GA 27; GA 49 / South Martin Luther King Boulevard
Merge onto US 19; US 280; GA 3; GA 27; GA 49 / South Martin Luther King Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
4
15.1 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 280; GA 27; GA 49
Turn right onto US 280; GA 27; GA 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 49 | 9.4 mi | 13m |
| US 280 | 9 mi | 12m |
| Bailey Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| East Forsyth Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| South Martin Luther King Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Watermelon Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Bond Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
GA 49
— 9.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennington, GA and Plains, GA.
1
Start on Watermelon Road
205 ft
·
14 sec
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Watermelon Road
2
Turn sharp right onto GA 195
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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Bailey Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto GA 49
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
GA 49
4
Enter roundabout onto GA 49
118 ft
·
6 sec
·
GA 49
5
Continue on GA 49
4.4 mi
·
6 min
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GA 49
6
Turn slight right onto US 280; GA 27; GA 30; GA 49
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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East Forsyth Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto US 19; US 280; GA 3; GA 27; GA 49
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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South Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 280; GA 27; GA 49
9.0 mi
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12 min
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US 280; GA 27; GA 49
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto North Bond Street
14 ft
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0 sec
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North Bond Street
10
Arrive at destination
North Bond Street
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12 miles from Pennington, GA, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.4 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 24 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plains, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Pennington, GA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pennington, GA
This is one driving day of about 24.1 miles and 37m.
At 24.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on GA 49 for about 9.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12 mi from Pennington, GA · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12 miles from Pennington, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Plains, GA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Plains, GA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.77 one way
$7.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.12 | $8.24 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Destination
Plains, GA
Evening in Plains on Wednesday
Local time
8:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
37m 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 Pennington, GA to Plains, GA covers 24.1 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 49, US 280, Bailey Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12 miles from Pennington, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.77 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.
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 195 / Bailey Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.4 miles (GA 49): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles (GA 49): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Pennington, GA to Plains, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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