Bainbridge, GA Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Bainbridge, GA works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 256 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Bainbridge, GA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
285.9 mi
Gainesville, GA
Quickest Drive
4h 31m
Atlanta, GA
Plan Around Bainbridge, GA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Bainbridge, GA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Bainbridge, GA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Bainbridge, GA
Driving from Bainbridge, GA
Expect an average of 256 miles and about 5h 12m behind the wheel when leaving Bainbridge, GA. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 286 miles (5h 47m), while the shortest is just 232 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Bainbridge, GA are Gainesville, GA (285.9 mi, 5h 33m), Savannah, GA (265.6 mi, 5h 47m), Johns Creek, GA (261.8 mi, 5h 11m), Smyrna, GA (233.7 mi, 4h 59m), and Atlanta, GA (231.8 mi, 4h 31m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in GA currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 256-mile trip from Bainbridge, GA, budget about $40 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Bainbridge, GA and 3 routes heading into Bainbridge, GA, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 232 to 286 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bainbridge, GA covers 286 miles and takes approximately 5h 47m. Shorter options start at just 232 miles.
The average route from Bainbridge, GA runs about 256 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 12m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 256-mile trip from Bainbridge, GA costs roughly $40 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bainbridge, GA include Gainesville, GA, Savannah, GA, Johns Creek, GA and Smyrna, GA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bainbridge, GA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
14,353
Median Income
$41,531
Median Home Value
$150,600
Median Age
37.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Bainbridge, GA at a Glance
Founded
1765
Elevation
121 ft
Area
20 mi²
Notable People from Bainbridge, GA
A sampling of people born in Bainbridge, GA.
Travis Smith
1982
American drummer
David Ross
1977
American baseball player (born 1977)
Erik LaRay Harvey
1972
American actor
Marvin Griffin
1907–1982
American politician (1907–1982)
Tyron Akins
1986
Nigerian hurdler of American descent
Young Stribling
1904–1933
American boxer (1904–1933)
Seaborn Roddenbery
1870–1913
American politician (1870-1913)
Luther Rackley
1946–2017
American basketball player (1946–2017)
Maston E. O'Neal, Jr.
1907–1990
American politician (1907–1990)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Bainbridge, GA.
Bainbridge Commercial Historic District
historic district in Georgia, United States
Decatur County Courthouse
listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Bainbridge Residential Historic District
historic district in Bainbridge, Georgia, United States
First African Missionary Baptist Church
church building in Bainbridge, United States of America
City data from Wikidata (Q788794), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Bainbridge, GA
Bainbridge is a city in the Plantation Midlands of Georgia.
Bainbridge is located north of Lake Seminole on the Flint River in southwest Georgia. Fishing, camping, sightseeing and waterskiing are popular with locals and visitors alike. Bainbridge hosts many bass fishing tournaments due to its size and proximity to the lake. Several Wildlife Management Areas provide abundant hunting activities.
Bainbridge / Decatur county has many historic homes and markers. Decatur County Historical and Genealogical Museum, 110 East Broughton Street, ☏ +1 229 246-6327. free.
The area has shopping, golf, camping, fishing, hunting and sightseeing.
Many visitors arrive in Bainbridge via US Highway 27 or US Highway 84. It is one hour north of Tallahassee Regional Airport (TLH IATA) and four hours south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL IATA) via US Highway 27.
Travel tips adapted from Bainbridge (Georgia) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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