Origin
Abbeville, GA
Morning in Abbeville on Tuesday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
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
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abbeville, GA
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Minnesota, GA
Jesse Yuqui
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 .
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Abbeville, GA and Minnesota, GA.
Start on US 129; GA 11
Turn left onto US 280; GA 30
Turn left onto GA 112; GA 233
Continue on GA 112
At end of road, turn left onto GA 90; GA 112
At end of road, turn right onto GA 112
Continue on GA 107; GA 112
Continue on GA 32; GA 112
Continue on GA 112
Turn straight onto GA 33; GA 112
Turn right onto East Pine Street
Turn left onto GA 112
Turn slight left
Turn left
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 133
Continue on GA 133
Turn right onto CR 494
Turn sharp right onto South Fain Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
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.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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.
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.
Turn left onto US 280; GA 30 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto GA 112; GA 233 / Ashley Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto GA 90; GA 112 / North Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto GA 112 / West Ashley Street
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp right onto South Fain Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Regular Gas
$10.87 one way
$21.74 round trip
| 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Abbeville on Tuesday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Minnesota on Tuesday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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