Trip from Winder, GA to Augusta, GA

Drive Time

2h 27m

Distance

121 mi

195 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 18m ★

6 AM

2h 28m

8 AM

2h 48m

10 AM

2h 35m

12 PM

2h 33m

3 PM

2h 36m

5 PM

2h 47m

8 PM

2h 22m

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 121 miles across Georgia, the journey from Winder to Augusta is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 2 hours and 27 minutes. You can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it an ideal excursion for those looking to travel between these two Southeast hubs. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, the trip is quite budget-friendly for solo drivers or groups alike. Because the route is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have business or plans that require extra time at your destination. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

60.5 miles from Winder, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions through varied road types rather than a monotonous interstate haul. You will spend roughly 31% of your time on highways, navigating a combination of Carl Sanders Highway, Lexington Road, and US 78. Be prepared for a change in pace as the route shifts between these roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being a 26.6-mile segment on Carl Sanders Highway. This blend of infrastructure keeps the drive engaging, moving you through different traffic environments as you head toward Augusta. It offers a balanced feel, avoiding the relentless repetition of pure interstate travel while maintaining a steady forward momentum.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 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 26.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near GA 8; GA 11; GA 53 / East May Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 121 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 0.2 miles (GA 8; GA 11; GA 53 / East May Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (US 29; GA 8; GA 316 / University Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (US 29; US 78; GA 8): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 8; GA 11; GA 53 / East May Street

Turn left onto GA 8; GA 11; GA 53 / East May Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

5.4 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 29; GA 8; GA 316 / University Parkway

Merge onto US 29; GA 8; GA 316 / University Parkway

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

Use the none lane.

17.2 mi into trip | ~22m in | US 29; US 78; GA 8

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8 toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Outer: University of Georgia, Lexington, Hartwell

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Oute...

23.8 mi into trip | ~30m in | US 78

Take the exit onto US 78 toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 8 Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington R...

88.1 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the ramp toward I-20 East: Augusta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I-20 East: Augusta

Towns Along This Route

Between Winder, GA and Augusta, GA, road signs point toward Lexington and Hartwell.

Lexington

17.2 mi in | ~22m | via US 29; US 78; GA 8

Hartwell

17.2 mi in | ~22m | via US 29; US 78; GA 8

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Carl Sanders Highway	26.6 mi	28m
Lexington Road	23.2 mi	29m
US 78	22.3 mi	28m
University Parkway	11.8 mi	14m
Washington Road	11.7 mi	14m
Athens Road	8.4 mi	9m
Outer Loop 10	6.2 mi	7m
Calhoun Expressway	2.7 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Carl Sanders Highway — 26.6 mi, about 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on GA 11; GA 53; GA 211

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Broad Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto GA 8; GA 11; GA 53

1.0 mi · 1 min · East May Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on GA 8; GA 53

1.3 mi · 1 min · Atlanta Highway Southeast

Use the none lane.

Turn slight right

193 ft · 3 sec

Turn slight right onto GA 8; GA 53

2.3 mi · 3 min · Hog Mountain Road

Use the left / none lanes.

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 35 sec

Merge onto US 29; GA 8; GA 316

12 mi · 14 min · University Parkway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 29; US 78; GA 8

0.4 mi · 29 sec · US 29; US 78; GA 8

Toward US 29 North, US 78 East, GA 10 Loop Outer: University of Georgia, Lexington, Hartwell Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 29; US 78; GA 8; GA 10 Loop

6.2 mi · 7 min · Outer Loop 10

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 78

0.4 mi · 49 sec · US 78

Exit 8 Toward US 78, GA 10: Oconee Street, Lexington Road Use the slight right lane.

Continue on US 78; GA 10

1.4 mi · 2 min · Lexington Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 78; GA 10

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Lexington Highway

Continue on US 78; GA 10

5.8 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 78; GA 10

8.4 mi · 9 min · Athens Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

0.9 mi · 58 sec · Main Street

Continue on US 78; GA 10; GA 22

9.3 mi · 10 min · Washington Road

Continue on US 78; GA 10

16 mi · 18 min · Lexington Road

Turn right onto US 78; GA 10; GA 17

22 mi · 27 min · US 78; GA 10; GA 17

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward I-20 East: Augusta Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 20

27 mi · 28 min · Carl Sanders Highway

Use the straight 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

Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 27-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can comfortably make the drive without planning for extensive rest breaks, though it is always wise to keep an eye on your fuel gauge given the $19 estimate for the total distance. If you prefer to avoid heavier traffic, consider timing your departure to miss peak morning or afternoon congestion on the main roads. Make sure to stay alert during the transition between US 78 and the local segments, as road conditions can shift quickly. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you have the freedom to pace yourself and pull over whenever you feel like stretching your legs.

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 60.5 miles from Winder, GA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.6 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 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 60.5 miles or 1h 15m 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 1m

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 Winder, 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 Winder, GA

This is one driving day of about 121 miles and 2h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Winder, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Carl Sanders Highway for about 26.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 60.5 mi from Winder, GA · 1h 15m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Abbeville, SC

61 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

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 60.5 miles from Winder, 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.

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

$19.36 one way

$38.73 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$21.10	$42.20
premium	$4.78	$22.76	$45.52
diesel	$5.64	$26.88	$53.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	36.3	$12.70	$5.81
Efficient EV	30.3	$10.59	$4.84
EV Truck/SUV	48.4	$16.94	$7.74

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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 3 days ago

Origin

Winder, GA

Night in Winder on Sunday

Local time

10:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Augusta, GA

Night in Augusta on Sunday

Local time

10:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

62°F

Abbeville, SC

61 mi in

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

1 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

2h 27m 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 Winder, GA to Augusta, GA covers 121 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Carl Sanders Highway, Lexington Road, US 78. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 60.5 miles from Winder, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.36 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.

Between Winder, GA and Augusta, GA, road signs point toward Lexington and Hartwell.

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Trip from Winder, GA to Augusta, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

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

Winder, GA

Augusta, GA

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 27m on the road

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