Traveling from Acworth to Augusta covers 180.3 miles across the Southeast, making for a manageable journey that fits perfectly into a single day. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 23 minutes for the total transit time, assuming standard traffic conditions. With a fuel cost estimate of $29, this trip is quite budget-friendly for solo drivers or small groups. While the drive is straightforward enough to complete in one go, you will only need one primary stop to stay refreshed. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the route provides a practical connection between these two Georgia locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.2 miles from Acworth, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Carl Sanders Highway
84.9 mi
1h 30m
Purple Heart Highway
46.9 mi
50m
I 75
29.5 mi
35m
Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
9.7 mi
11m
Calhoun Expressway
2.7 mi
3m
Washington Road
2.4 mi
4m
Cowan Road
1.3 mi
2m
North Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Carl Sanders Highway
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Acworth, GA and Augusta, GA.
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Start on North Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
2
Turn left onto Cowan Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Cowan Road
3
Continue on GA 92
0.1 mi·11 sec·Cherokee Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·26 sec
Toward I 75 South: AtlantaUse the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
30 mi·35 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 247Toward I 20: Augusta, BirminghamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 East: AugustaUse the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 20
9.7 mi·11 min·Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 20
47 mi·50 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 20
85 mi·1 hr 30 min·Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 199Toward GA 28: Augusta
12
Keep slight right at fork
481 ft·11 sec
13
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.4 mi·4 min·Washington Road
14
Turn straight onto GA 28
2.7 mi·3 min·Calhoun Expressway
15
Continue on GA 28
0.1 mi·13 sec·Greene Street
16
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.4 mi·44 sec·11th Street
17
Turn right onto Walton Way
225 ft·3 sec·Walton Way
18
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is key to navigating this turn-heavy route comfortably within your 3-hour and 23-minute window. Since you have a single recommended stop, look for a convenient location roughly midway through your trek to break up the drive. Keep in mind that the local road segments require more frequent gear adjustments and steering than standard highway driving, so stay alert during those transitions. Because the entire trip is easily doable in one day, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. Factor in that $29 fuel budget early in your planning to ensure a stress-free arrival in Augusta.
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 90.2 miles from Acworth, GA, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 40 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.2 miles or 1h 44m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Acworth, 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 Acworth, GA
This is one driving day of about 180.3 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Acworth, 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 Carl Sanders Highway for about 84.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 32.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.1 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
5
2.5 mi into trip|~4m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
32 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the exit toward I 20: Augusta, Birmingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 247
Toward I 20: Augusta, Birmingham
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32.3 mi into trip|~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 20 East: Augusta
5
32.9 mi into trip|~41m in|I 20 / Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Merge onto I 20 / Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.19 one way
$56.39 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$30.83
$61.66
premium
$4.70
$33.37
$66.74
diesel
$5.61
$39.81
$79.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.1
0
$18.93
$8.65
Efficient EV
45.1
0
$15.78
$7.21
EV Truck/SUV
72.1
0
$25.24
$11.54
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Acworth, GA
Morning
in Acworth on Tuesday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, GA
Morning
in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
82°F
Covington, GA
90 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
5 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
3h 23m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend about 23% of your time on highways, utilizing a mix of I-75, the Carl Sanders Highway, and the Purple Heart Highway. The most significant portion of your journey involves an 84.9-mile stretch along the Carl Sanders Highway, which serves as the backbone of the trip. Because the route transitions between these main roads, the character of the drive shifts periodically as you move away from the interstate and onto more localized infrastructure.
Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.9 mi on Carl Sanders Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 180.3 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 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Acworth, GA to Augusta, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Birmingham along the way.
Augusta is a city in Georgia's Classic Heartland. Due to its location inland on the Savannah River, Augusta was a city of major strategic importance by the end of the Civil War. It was spared most of the destruction of many other southern cities, so there are many old buildings and landmarks. Augusta is also home to the Augusta National Golf Club, one of the world's most prestigious and exclusive golf clubs, which plays host to the Masters golf tournament.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 180.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.9 miles on Carl Sanders Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Augusta, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Augusta, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
