Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
282 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Long day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
The drive from Thomasville, GA to Augusta, GA covers 282 miles and takes about 4h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Crawford Street, East Jackson Street, Glenwood Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.98 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
141 miles from Thomasville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 47m drive with frequent turns across 282 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Crawford Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Jackson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Glenwood Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Line Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Thigpen Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Pine Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ashburn Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Thomasville, GA and Augusta, GA.
Start on Remington Avenue
Turn left onto South Crawford Street
Turn right onto East Jackson Street
Turn left onto Glenwood Drive
Continue on Glenwood Drive
Continue on County Line Road
Continue straight
Keep slight left
Continue on Thigpen Trail
Turn right
Turn right
Keep slight left
Turn straight
Turn right onto East Pine Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Continue on Ashburn Highway
Turn left onto Cordele Road
Turn left
Turn left onto GA 300 North
Merge slight left
Turn left onto I-75 North: Macon
Merge slight left
Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Savannah
Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Avenue
Turn right onto Emery Highway
Continue on Emery Road
Continue on Jeffersonville Road
Continue on Irwinton Road
Continue on Fall Line Freeway
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fall Line Freeway
Exit the roundabout onto Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway
Continue on Fenns Bridge Road
Turn left onto South Main Street
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on Deans Bridge Road
Continue on Milledgeville Road
Turn slight left onto 15th Street
Turn right onto Walton Way
Continue on Walton Way
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141 miles or 2h 23m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Thomasville, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Thomasville, GA
This is one driving day of about 282 miles and 4h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 141 mi from Thomasville, GA · 2h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 141 miles from Thomasville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$43.98 one way
$87.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $49.17 | $98.34 |
| premium | $4.78 | $53.05 | $106.09 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $62.44 | $124.88 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.7 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Thomasville on Saturday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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