Trip from Tucker, GA to Augusta, GA

Drive Time

2h 47m

Distance

148.6 mi

239 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 37m ★

6 AM

2h 48m

8 AM

3h 9m

10 AM

2h 55m

12 PM

2h 53m

3 PM

2h 56m

5 PM

3h 8m

8 PM

2h 41m

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

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Trip Overview

Spanning 148.6 miles across the Southeast, this drive from Tucker to Augusta is a straightforward journey typically taking 2 hours and 47 minutes. Because it is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stop. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares, including the Carl Sanders Highway, the Purple Heart Highway, and the Atlanta Bypass. Budget approximately $24 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Georgia cities. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a practical connection between the metro area and Augusta.

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

74.3 miles from Tucker, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention as you transition between different road types. While only about two percent of the trip is strictly on the highway, the experience is defined by the 84.9-mile longest stretch along the Carl Sanders Highway. This segment provides the most consistent pace, contrasting with the more technical nature of the local roads. As you move away from the Atlanta area, the road personality shifts from busy bypasses to regional corridors. Prepare for a varied driving experience that moves beyond a simple interstate grind.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 18 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 236 / Lavista Road.

Route Complexity 6/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148.6 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (GA 236 / Lavista Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 236 / Lavista Road

Turn left onto GA 236 / Lavista Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

1.9 mi into trip | ~3m in

Turn left toward I 285 South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 285 South

2.2 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

Merge onto I 285 / Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

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

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

8.5 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the exit toward US 278: Covington Highway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 43 Toward US 278: Covington Highway

12.1 mi into trip | ~17m in

Turn left toward I 20 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 20 East

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Carl Sanders Highway	84.9 mi	1h 30m
Purple Heart Highway	45.2 mi	48m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter	6.3 mi	7m
Calhoun Expressway	2.7 mi	3m
Washington Road	2.4 mi	4m
Lavista Road	1.9 mi	3m
Covington Highway	1.8 mi	2m
Wesley Chapel Road	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Carl Sanders Highway — 84.9 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Fellowship Road

65 ft · 10 sec · Fellowship Road

Turn left onto GA 236

1.9 mi · 3 min · Lavista Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left

0.3 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 285 South Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 285

6.3 mi · 7 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 43 Toward US 278: Covington Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto US 278; GA 12

1.8 mi · 2 min · Covington Highway

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Wesley Chapel Road

1.7 mi · 2 min · Wesley Chapel Road

Use the right lane.

Turn left

0.4 mi · 59 sec

Toward I 20 East Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 20

45 mi · 48 min · Purple Heart Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 20

85 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Carl Sanders Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Exit 199 Toward GA 28: Augusta

Keep slight right at fork

481 ft · 11 sec

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Road

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.7 mi · 3 min · Calhoun Expressway

Continue on GA 28

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Greene Street

Turn right onto 11th Street

0.4 mi · 44 sec · 11th Street

Turn right onto Walton Way

225 ft · 3 sec · Walton Way

Arrive at destination

Walton Way

Trip Plan

Planning for just one stop is ideal for this duration, allowing you to stretch your legs without significantly extending your travel time. Since the route involves heavy local turns, try to avoid peak traffic hours in the Atlanta area to keep your drive time closer to the 2-hour and 47-minute estimate. Keep a close watch on your fuel gauge during the longer stretches, though $24 should comfortably cover your needs for the 148.6-mile trip. Because this is a one-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Focus on maintaining a steady pace during the 84.9-mile stretch on the Carl Sanders Highway to make the most of your time on the road.

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 74.3 miles from Tucker, GA, or about 1h 25m 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 74.3 miles or 1h 25m 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 15m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Tucker, 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 Tucker, GA

This is one driving day of about 148.6 miles and 2h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tucker, 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 74.3 mi from Tucker, GA · 1h 25m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Acworth, GA

74 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.

Popular next leg

Acworth, GA to Augusta, GA

180.3 mi · 3h 23m

Pacing Suggestions

Abbeville, SC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Abbeville, SC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74.3 miles from Tucker, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.78 one way

$47.56 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$25.91	$51.82
premium	$4.78	$27.95	$55.91
diesel	$5.64	$33.01	$66.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 52 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	44.6	$15.60	$7.13
Efficient EV	37.2	$13.00	$5.94
EV Truck/SUV	59.4	$20.80	$9.51

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 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 data refreshed 23 hours ago

Origin

Tucker, GA

Night in Tucker on Sunday

Local time

10:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Augusta, GA

Night in Augusta on Sunday

Local time

10:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°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

26 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 47m 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 Tucker, GA to Augusta, GA covers 148.6 miles and takes about 2h 47m 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, Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 74.3 miles from Tucker, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.78 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.

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

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Trip from Tucker, GA to Augusta, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Augusta, GA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tucker, GA

Augusta, GA

Same local time

26 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 47m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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