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Trip from Snellville, GA to Augusta, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 44m

Distance

137.1 mi

221 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 34m ★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m

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

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city in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States

Snellville, GA

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consolidated city-county in Richmond County, Georgia, United States

Augusta, GA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Snellville, GA to Augusta, GA covers 137.1 miles and takes about 2h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Carl Sanders Highway, Purple Heart Highway, GA 81 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 84.9 miles on Carl Sanders Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.44 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

68.5 miles from Snellville, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 137.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (11%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 44m drive with frequent turns across 137.1 miles of local and secondary roads.

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. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Oak Road.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (Oak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East): Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (GA 81): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Oak Road

Turn right onto Oak Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East

Turn left onto US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
9 mi into trip | ~14m in | GA 81

Turn right onto GA 81

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
25.6 mi into trip | ~41m in

Turn left toward I 20 East: Augusta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 20 East: Augusta
5
25.9 mi into trip | ~42m in | I 20 / Purple Heart Highway

Merge onto I 20 / Purple Heart Highway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Carl Sanders Highway 84.9 mi 1h 30m
Purple Heart Highway 20.3 mi 21m
GA 81 11.9 mi 19m
Athens Highway 5.7 mi 7m
John R. Williams Highway 4.8 mi 7m
Calhoun Expressway 2.7 mi 3m
Washington Road 2.4 mi 4m
Atlanta Highway 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Carl Sanders Highway — 84.9 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on GA 124

87 ft · 4 sec · Scenic Highway
Use the straight lane.
2

Continue on GA 124

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Scenic Highway
Use the straight lane.
3

Turn right onto Oak Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Oak Road
Use the right lane.
4

Turn left onto US 78; GA 10

1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street East
Use the left lane.
5

Continue on US 78; GA 10

5.7 mi · 7 min · Athens Highway
Use the straight lane.
6

Continue on US 78; GA 10

1.5 mi · 2 min · Atlanta Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Turn right onto GA 81

12 mi · 19 min · GA 81
Use the right lane.
8

Continue on GA 142

4.8 mi · 7 min · John R. Williams Highway
Use the left lane.
9

Turn left

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 20 East: Augusta Use the left lane.
10

Merge onto I 20

20 mi · 21 min · Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on I 20

85 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 199 Toward GA 28: Augusta
13

Keep slight right at fork

481 ft · 11 sec
14

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Road
15

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.7 mi · 3 min · Calhoun Expressway
16

Continue on GA 28

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Greene Street
17

Turn right onto 11th Street

0.4 mi · 44 sec · 11th Street
18

Turn right onto Walton Way

225 ft · 3 sec · Walton Way
19

Arrive at destination

Walton Way

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.5 miles from Snellville, GA, or about 1h 27m 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 30 miles or 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 68.5 miles or 1h 27m 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 14m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Snellville, 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 Snellville, GA

This is one driving day of about 137.1 miles and 2h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Snellville, 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 68.5 mi from Snellville, GA · 1h 27m into the drive

city in Clayton County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Morrow, GA

69 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

Covington, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Union Point, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.5 miles from Snellville, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

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,...

18 mi from route ~46 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
View on nps.gov
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

21 mi from route ~54 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.44 one way

$42.88 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $23.44 $46.88
premium $4.70 $25.37 $50.75
diesel $5.61 $30.27 $60.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 48 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.1 0 $14.40 $6.58
Efficient EV 34.3 0 $12.00 $5.48
EV Truck/SUV 54.8 0 $19.19 $8.77

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Snellville, GA

Afternoon in Snellville on Friday

Local time

1:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Augusta, GA

Afternoon in Augusta on Friday

Local time

1:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°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

32 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

2h 44m 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 Snellville, GA to Augusta, GA covers 137.1 miles and takes about 2h 44m 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, GA 81. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 68.5 miles from Snellville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.44 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.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (Oak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 78; GA 10 / Main Street East): Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (GA 81): Lane positioning matters here.

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

Yes. Nearby national parks include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.

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.

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