Origin
Waycross, GA
Evening in Waycross on Sunday
Local time
8:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waycross, GA to Peachtree Corners, GA
Drive Time
5h 12m
Distance
268.6 mi
432 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 59m
★
6 AM
5h 13m
8 AM
5h 40m
10 AM
5h 22m
12 PM
5h 20m
3 PM
5h 24m
5 PM
5h 38m
8 PM
5h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waycross, GA
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Peachtree Corners, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Waycross to Peachtree Corners covers 268.6 miles and takes approximately 5 hours and 12 minutes of drive time. Because this journey stays entirely within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region toward the northern suburbs of Atlanta, it is easily manageable as a one-day trip. You should budget about $43 for fuel to complete the trek. Since 80% of your time will be spent on highways like I-75 and US-82, the route is straightforward and efficient. While you could break this up with an overnight stay, most drivers will find it perfectly doable in a single day of travel.
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
134.3 miles from Waycross, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive that prioritizes speed and directness over rural wandering. With 80% of the route utilizing major thoroughfares, you will spend the bulk of your time at cruising speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-75 Business, spanning 92.3 miles of consistent driving. As you transition from the coastal plain area toward the busier northern corridor, the road character shifts from regional highway connections to the heavier traffic patterns associated with the interstate system. This is a utilitarian drive designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 Business is the longest continuous segment at about 92.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 Business and US 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 165.9 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 268.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 165.9 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 231.3 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 241.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
165.9 mi into trip
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~3h 15m in
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I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
9
231.3 mi into trip
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~4h 26m in
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I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 227
Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
8
241.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
8
262.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard
8
266.3 mi into trip
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~5h 8m in
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GA 141
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 141 toward GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Waycross, GA to Peachtree Corners, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
231.3 mi in
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~4h 26m
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via I 675
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 Business | 92.3 mi | 1h 38m |
| US 82 | 55.8 mi | 1h 9m |
| I 75 | 49.5 mi | 53m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 20.2 mi | 23m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Terrell Starr Parkway | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Albany Highway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Albany Avenue | 4.8 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 75 Business
— 92.3 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waycross, GA and Peachtree Corners, GA.
1
Start on Church Street
94 ft
·
10 sec
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Church Street
2
Turn left onto Albany Avenue
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Albany Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Fulford Road
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Fulford Road
4
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Georgia Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 82; GA 520
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Albany Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on US 82; GA 520
3.4 mi
·
3 min
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US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 82; GA 520
5.1 mi
·
6 min
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US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.6 mi
·
5 min
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US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on US 82; GA 520
21 mi
·
24 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on US 82; GA 520
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit onto East 2nd Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East 2nd Street
16
Turn right onto Forrest Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Forrest Avenue
17
At end of road, turn left onto US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
459 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 12th Street
18
Continue on US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 41 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the ramp onto I 75 Business
92 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 75 Business
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Use the slight left lane.
21
Merge onto I 75
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 675
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Terrell Starr Parkway
Exit 227
Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 285
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the none lane.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 31
Toward GA 141: Peachtree Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward GA 141 North: Peachtree Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
27
Merge onto GA 141
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 141
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
GA 141
Toward GA 141 North: Cumming, Dahlonega
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
29
Turn left onto Triangle Drive Northwest
68 ft
·
8 sec
·
Triangle Drive Northwest
30
Turn left onto GA 141
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Peachtree Parkway Northwest
Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.
31
Arrive at destination
GA 141
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 5-hour duration. Because the route relies heavily on major arteries like I-75, try to avoid peak commuting hours when approaching the Peachtree Corners area to save yourself from unnecessary congestion. Check your fuel levels before hitting the longer stretches, as the $43 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local gas prices. Since this is a single-day commitment, your biggest advantage is flexibility; leaving early in the morning allows you to clear the highway segments before the afternoon heat or heavy traffic sets in.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 134.3 miles from Waycross, GA, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.3 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.3 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peachtree Corners, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Waycross, 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 Waycross, GA
This is one driving day of about 268.6 miles and 5h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Waycross, 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 I 75 Business for about 92.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.3 mi from Waycross, GA · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.3 miles from Waycross, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 Business if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.3 miles.
Arriving in Peachtree Corners, GA
The final approach into Peachtree Corners, 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 Peachtree Corners, 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
$42.99 one way
$85.97 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $46.84 | $93.67 |
| premium | $4.78 | $50.53 | $101.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $59.67 | $119.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.6 | 0 | $28.20 | $12.89 |
| Efficient EV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.50 | $10.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.4 | 1 | $37.60 | $17.19 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Peachtree Corners, GA
Evening in Peachtree Corners on Sunday
Local time
8:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
27 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
5h 12m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Waycross, GA to Peachtree Corners, GA covers 268.6 miles and takes about 5h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75 Business, US 82, I 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.3 miles from Waycross, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.99 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 268.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 165.9 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 231.3 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 241.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Waycross, GA to Peachtree Corners, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
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