Origin
Union Point, GA
Late night in Union Point on Saturday
Local time
3:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union Point, GA to Augusta, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
70 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union Point, GA
Sebastián Casimiro
Augusta, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Union Point to Augusta, you are in for a straightforward 70-mile journey across Georgia. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 11 minutes behind the wheel for this trip, making it an easy candidate for a single-day excursion. Because the distance is relatively short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast locations. This route is best suited for travelers who prefer local roads over high-speed interstate travel.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 70 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This 70-mile trip is defined as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul. You will navigate primarily via Veazey Street, Scott Street, and Lamb Avenue, as the route features zero percent highway travel. Because the roads are primarily local, you will not encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches of open highway. Instead, expect to stay engaged with the road as you transition through the various turns and local segments required to reach Augusta. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that keeps you off the main interstates entirely.
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 50.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Veazey Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Veazey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Veazey Street
Turn right onto Veazey Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway
Merge onto I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
64 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward GA 28: Augusta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 199
Toward GA 28: Augusta
5
64.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Sanders Highway | 50.9 mi | 54m |
| Greensboro Road Northwest | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Union Pt Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Calhoun Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Washington Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Highway 22 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Lamb Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 11th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Carl Sanders Highway
— 50.9 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union Point, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on Carlton Avenue
319 ft
·
17 sec
·
Carlton Avenue
2
Turn right onto Veazey Street
135 ft
·
6 sec
·
Veazey Street
3
Continue on Scott Street
472 ft
·
26 sec
·
Scott Street
4
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12; GA 77
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamb Avenue
5
Continue on US 278; GA 12
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Pt Highway
6
Continue on US 278; GA 12
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Greensboro Road Northwest
7
Continue on US 278; GA 12
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Broad Street
8
Turn right onto GA 22
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 22
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
10
Merge onto I 20
51 mi
·
54 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 199
Toward GA 28: Augusta
12
Keep slight right at fork
481 ft
·
11 sec
13
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Road
14
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Calhoun Expressway
15
Continue on GA 28
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Greene Street
16
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
11th Street
17
Turn right onto Walton Way
225 ft
·
3 sec
·
Walton Way
18
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35 mi from Union Point, GA · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35 miles from Union Point, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.95 one way
$21.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.97 | $23.94 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.96 | $25.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.46 | $30.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Augusta, GA
Late night in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
3:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
34 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
1h 25m 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 Union Point, GA to Augusta, GA covers 70 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Carl Sanders Highway, Greensboro Road Northwest, Union Pt Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35 miles from Union Point, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.95 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 1h 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Veazey Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 278; GA 12; GA 77 / Lamb Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Union Point, GA to Augusta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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