Origin
Smyrna, GA
Morning in Smyrna on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Smyrna, GA to Waycross, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 38m
Distance
205 mi
330 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 25m
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6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smyrna, GA
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Waycross, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Smyrna, GA to Waycross, GA covers 205 miles and takes about 4h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 441, US 319, US 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44 miles on US 441. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
102.5 miles from Smyrna, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 38m highway drive covering 205 miles, with most of the trip on US 441 and US 319. The longest continuous stretch is about 44 miles on US 441.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 441 is the longest continuous segment at about 44 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 441 and US 319. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 29.7 miles in near US 441; GA 24 / Milledgeville Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 205 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29.7 miles (US 441; GA 24 / Milledgeville Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (US 441): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 129 miles (US 23; US 341; GA 27 / East Oak Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
29.7 mi into trip
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~41m in
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US 441; GA 24 / Milledgeville Road
Merge onto US 441; GA 24 / Milledgeville Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
45.6 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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US 441
Take the exit onto US 441
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
129 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
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US 23; US 341; GA 27 / East Oak Street
Turn left onto US 23; US 341; GA 27 / East Oak Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
204.9 mi into trip
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~4h 37m in
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US 84; US 1 Business; GA 38 / Plant Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 84; US 1 Business; GA 38 / Plant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
204.9 mi into trip
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~4h 38m in
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Albany Avenue
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 441 | 44 mi | 55m |
| US 319 | 29.7 mi | 41m |
| US 1 | 24.4 mi | 29m |
| Alma Highway | 22.4 mi | 32m |
| US 129 | 16.6 mi | 22m |
| East Golden Isles Highway | 16 mi | 22m |
| Milledgeville Road | 15.9 mi | 21m |
| US 441 Bypass | 8.1 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
US 441
— 44 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna, GA and Waycross, GA.
1
Start on Buckhead Road
103 ft
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6 sec
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Buckhead Road
2
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12
3.0 mi
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4 min
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Greensboro Road
3
Turn left onto US 129 Bypass; US 441 Bypass; GA 24 Bypass
2.6 mi
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3 min
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Madison Bypass
4
Turn left onto Bethany Road
3.7 mi
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5 min
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Bethany Road
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Bethany Church Road
2.6 mi
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3 min
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Bethany Church Road
6
Turn right onto Seven Islands Road
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Seven Islands Road
7
Turn left onto US 129; US 441; GA 24
17 mi
·
22 min
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US 129; US 441; GA 24
8
Merge onto US 441; GA 24
16 mi
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21 min
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Milledgeville Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 441
44 mi
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55 min
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US 441
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 441 Bypass; GA 117
8.1 mi
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11 min
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US 441 Bypass; GA 117
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto US 319; US 441; GA 31; GA 117
30 mi
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40 min
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US 319; US 441; GA 31; GA 117
Use the right lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 319; US 441; GA 31
328 ft
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9 sec
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US 319; US 441; GA 31
13
Merge onto US 280; US 319; US 441; GA 30; GA 31
1.6 mi
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2 min
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US 280; US 319; US 441; GA 30; GA 31
14
Turn left onto US 23; US 341; GA 27
1.6 mi
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3 min
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East Oak Street
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 27
16 mi
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22 min
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East Golden Isles Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 19; GA 27
5.3 mi
·
7 min
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Lumber City Highway
17
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 19; GA 27
0.9 mi
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1 min
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West Coffee Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn slight right onto US 221; 135
246 ft
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4 sec
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Hazlehurst Denton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 221; GA 135
0.8 mi
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1 min
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North Tallahassee Street
20
Turn left onto US 221; 135; 135 Connector
0.8 mi
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1 min
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East Jefferson Street
21
Continue on GA 135 Connector
424 ft
·
7 sec
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Alma Road
22
Continue on US 23; GA 19
18 mi
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26 min
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Alma Highway
23
Turn right onto US 1; US 23; GA 4
24 mi
·
29 min
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US 1; US 23; GA 4
24
Continue on US 1 Business
4.8 mi
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6 min
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Alma Highway
25
Continue on US 1 Business
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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State Street
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 1 Business
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Ossie Davis Parkway
27
Continue on US 1 Business
0.4 mi
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41 sec
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State Street
28
At end of road, turn right onto US 84; US 1 Business; GA 38
282 ft
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9 sec
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Plant Avenue
Use the right lane.
29
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
488 ft
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13 sec
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Albany Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Turn left onto Church Street
94 ft
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4 sec
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Church Street
31
Arrive at destination
Church 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 102.5 miles from Smyrna, GA, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44 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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.5 miles or 2h 15m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waycross, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, GA
This is one driving day of about 205 miles and 4h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Smyrna, 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 441 for about 44 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.5 mi from Smyrna, GA · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.5 miles from Smyrna, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waycross, GA
The final approach into Waycross, 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 Waycross, 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
$32.06 one way
$64.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $35.05 | $70.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $37.94 | $75.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.26 | $90.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.53 | $9.84 |
| Efficient EV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.94 | $8.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82 | 1 | $28.70 | $13.12 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Waycross, GA
Morning in Waycross on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°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
45 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
4h 38m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Smyrna, GA to Waycross, GA covers 205 miles and takes about 4h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 441, US 319, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.5 miles from Smyrna, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.06 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 205 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.7 miles (US 441; GA 24 / Milledgeville Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (US 441): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 129 miles (US 23; US 341; GA 27 / East Oak Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Smyrna, GA to Waycross, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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