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Trip from Abbeville, GA to Minnesota, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 38m

Distance

69.5 mi

112 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 31m ★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Wilcox County, Georgia, United States

Abbeville, GA

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Downtown Minnesota, GA, GA

Minnesota, GA

Jesse Yuqui

Trip Overview

Abbeville, GA to Minnesota, GA is 69.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 38 minutes via Sylvester Road and GA 112, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, primarily in Georgia, offering a straightforward, same-day journey. You'll be navigating local roads for the most part, so expect a more engaged driving experience than a typical interstate cruise. It's a short hop, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without a major time commitment.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

34.8 miles from Abbeville, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Sylvester Road 15.2 mi 21m
South Isabella Street 9.8 mi 13m
GA 112 9.6 mi 13m
West Main Street 9.5 mi 14m
West Ashley Street 9.3 mi 12m
GA 133 8.8 mi 10m
East Washington Avenue 3.2 mi 5m
West Washington Street 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Sylvester Road — 15.2 mi, about 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Abbeville, GA and Minnesota, GA.

1

Start on US 129; GA 11

92 ft · 9 sec · South Broad Street
2

Turn left onto US 280; GA 30

9.5 mi · 14 min · West Main Street
3

Turn left onto GA 112; GA 233

0.9 mi · 1 min · Ashley Street
4

Continue on GA 112

9.6 mi · 13 min · GA 112
5

At end of road, turn left onto GA 90; GA 112

0.3 mi · 34 sec · North Railroad Street
6

At end of road, turn right onto GA 112

9.3 mi · 12 min · West Ashley Street
7

Continue on GA 107; GA 112

3.2 mi · 5 min · East Washington Avenue
8

Continue on GA 32; GA 112

1.3 mi · 2 min · West Washington Street
9

Continue on GA 112

15 mi · 21 min · Sylvester Road
10

Turn straight onto GA 33; GA 112

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Turn right onto East Pine Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · East Pine Street
12

Turn left onto GA 112

9.8 mi · 13 min · South Isabella Street
13

Turn slight left

129 ft · 4 sec
14

Turn left

118 ft · 3 sec
15

Keep slight right at fork onto GA 133

8.4 mi · 9 min · GA 133
16

Continue on GA 133

0.5 mi · 32 sec · GA 133
17

Turn right onto CR 494

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Funston Doerun Road
18

Turn sharp right onto South Fain Street

26 ft · 1 sec · South Fain Street
19

Arrive at destination

South Fain Street

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of 1 hour and 38 minutes and a fuel cost of around $11, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and allow for any unexpected delays. With no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the total cost is low, it's always wise to top off before heading out, especially on local roads where services can be more spread out. The longest stretch is just over 15 miles, so you won't be on any single road for too long.

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 34.8 miles from Abbeville, GA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 15 miles or 22m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 34.8 miles or 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Minnesota, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Abbeville, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Abbeville, GA

This is one driving day of about 69.5 miles and 1h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Abbeville, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Sylvester Road for about 15.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Turner County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ashburn, GA

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

Rochelle, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashburn, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Abbeville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.5 — 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 | US 280; GA 30 / West Main Street

Turn left onto US 280; GA 30 / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
9.5 mi into trip | ~14m in | GA 112; GA 233 / Ashley Street

Turn left onto GA 112; GA 233 / Ashley Street

Navigation decision point

4
20 mi into trip | ~29m in | GA 90; GA 112 / North Railroad Street

At end of road, turn left onto GA 90; GA 112 / North Railroad Street

Navigation decision point

5
20.3 mi into trip | ~30m in | GA 112 / West Ashley Street

At end of road, turn right onto GA 112 / West Ashley Street

Navigation decision point

6
69.5 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | South Fain Street

Turn sharp right onto South Fain Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.87 one way

$21.74 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $11.88 $23.77
premium $4.70 $12.86 $25.73
diesel $5.61 $15.34 $30.69

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 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 20.8 0 $7.30 $3.34
Efficient EV 17.4 0 $6.08 $2.78
EV Truck/SUV 27.8 0 $9.73 $4.45

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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Abbeville, GA

Morning in Abbeville on Tuesday

Local time

6:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Minnesota, GA

Morning in Minnesota on Tuesday

Local time

6:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

86°F

Ashburn, GA

35 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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 38m 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?

This route is characterized by its turn-heavy nature, suggesting frequent directional changes rather than long, straight stretches. With only a 27% highway share, you'll spend most of your time on local roads, including Sylvester Road and South Isabella Street, before transitioning to GA 112. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 15.2 miles on Sylvester Road, so plan for a dynamic driving experience. Expect to adjust your speed and focus often as you navigate through communities and rural landscapes.

Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.2 mi on Sylvester Road.

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 US 280; GA 30 / West Main 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 38m drive. You will face about 11 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 (US 280; GA 30 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (GA 112; GA 233 / Ashley Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (GA 90; GA 112 / North Railroad Street): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 69.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (27%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 15.2 miles on Sylvester Road. 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 (US 280; GA 30 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (GA 112; GA 233 / Ashley Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (GA 90; GA 112 / North Railroad Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Minnesota, GA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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