Origin
Waleska, GA
Afternoon in Waleska on Saturday
Local time
1:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waleska, GA to Ophir, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
24.7 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waleska, GA
Enam Sape
Ophir, GA
Daniel Żabiński
Trip Overview
Waleska, GA to Ophir, GA is 24.7 miles and takes about 43m via Cumming Highway, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically in Georgia, offering a straightforward local drive. It's a manageable distance perfect for a quick excursion or an easy addition to a larger travel plan. Consider this route if you're looking for a brief, uncomplicated journey without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cumming Highway | 8.6 mi | 14m |
| Hightower Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Reinhardt College Parkway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Yellow Creek Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| Reinhardt College Pkwy | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Waleska Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Waleska Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Cumming Highway
— 8.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waleska, GA and Ophir, GA.
1
Start on GA 140
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Reinhardt College Parkway
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on GA 140
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Reinhardt College Pkwy
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on GA 140
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Waleska Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on Waleska Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Waleska Street
5
Continue on West Main Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Main Street
6
Continue on East Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
7
Continue on Cumming Highway
8.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Cumming Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto GA 369
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hightower Road
Use the left lane.
9
Enter roundabout onto GA 369
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hightower Road
10
Continue on GA 369
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Hightower Road
11
Turn left onto Yellow Creek Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Yellow Creek Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Old Federal Road
93 ft
·
2 sec
·
Old Federal Road
13
Arrive at destination
Old Federal Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway
Depart onto GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
GA 369 / Hightower Road
Turn left onto GA 369 / Hightower Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
19.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
GA 369 / Hightower Road
Enter roundabout onto GA 369 / Hightower Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
21.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Yellow Creek Road
Turn left onto Yellow Creek Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
24.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
Old Federal Road
Turn right onto Old Federal Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.86 one way
$7.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.22 | $8.45 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.45 | $10.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Ophir, GA
Afternoon in Ophir on Saturday
Local time
1:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
28 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
43m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 24.7-mile journey. With only 15% of the route on highways, you'll spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.6 miles along Cumming Highway. This drive offers a dynamic feel, transitioning between different local road segments rather than a consistent highway experience. Be prepared for frequent adjustments as you follow the winding path.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.6 mi on Cumming Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 early in the drive near GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway.
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 43m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 24.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (15%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.6 miles on Cumming Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ophir, GA before heading back.
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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