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Trip from Aragon, GA to Columbus, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 47m

Distance

128.7 mi

207 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 37m ★
6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 55m
12 PM
2h 53m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 8m
8 PM
2h 41m

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

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Downtown Aragon, GA, GA

Aragon, GA

Emilio Sánchez Hernández

Trip Overview

Embarking on a 128.7-mile journey from Aragon, GA, to Columbus, GA, will take approximately 2 hours and 47 minutes of driving time. This route, primarily utilizing Chet Atkins Parkway and Martha Berry Highway before transitioning to GA 101, is well-suited for a single-day trip, especially with a projected fuel cost of around $20. The drive offers a mixed experience, making it a comfortable exploration through Georgia's Southeast region. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this adventure within a day.

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

64.3 miles from Aragon, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Chet Atkins Parkway 35.9 mi 38m
Martha Berry Highway 31.7 mi 37m
GA 101 16.2 mi 22m
Industrial Boulevard 10.6 mi 16m
New Franklin Road 7.5 mi 11m
Hamilton Road 7.2 mi 10m
Nathan Dean Parkway 4.6 mi 5m
GA 166 Connector 3.3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Chet Atkins Parkway — 35.9 mi, about 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Aragon, GA and Columbus, GA.

1

Start on Oak Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Oak Street
2

At end of road, turn left onto GA 101

2.2 mi · 3 min · GA 101
Use the straight lane.
3

Turn left onto US 278; GA 6; GA 101

4.6 mi · 5 min · Nathan Dean Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4

Turn right onto GA 101; GA 113

1.1 mi · 1 min · Yorkville Highway
5

Continue on GA 101; GA 113

1.8 mi · 2 min · Nathan Dean Highway
6

Continue on GA 101; GA 113

14 mi · 19 min · GA 101; GA 113
Use the straight lane.
7

Enter roundabout onto GA 101

34 ft · 0 sec · Industrial Boulevard
8

Continue on GA 101

11 mi · 16 min · Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on GA 166

2.9 mi · 4 min · Bankhead Highway
Use the straight lane.
10

Turn left onto GA 166 Connector

3.3 mi · 4 min · GA 166 Connector
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit onto US 27 Alternate; GA 16

0.3 mi · 40 sec · US 27 Alternate; GA 16
Toward US 27, GA 16: LaGrange, Carrollton
12

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 16

0.5 mi · 57 sec · South Park Street
Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on US 27; GA 1

32 mi · 37 min · Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on US 27; GA 1

7.5 mi · 11 min · New Franklin Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
15

Continue on US 27; US 29; GA 1; GA 14

0.5 mi · 1 min · Morgan Street
Use the straight lane.
16

Continue on US 27; GA 1; GA 219

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Whitesville Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
17

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1

7.2 mi · 10 min · Hamilton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 185 South: Columbus
19

Merge onto I 185

36 mi · 38 min · Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 6 Toward GA 22 Spur: Macon Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Keep slight right at fork

376 ft · 9 sec
Toward GA 22 Spur West Use the right lane.
22

Turn slight right onto GA 22 Spur

1.1 mi · 1 min · Macon Road
Use the right lane.
23

Continue on GA 22 Spur

1.6 mi · 2 min · Wynnton Road
Use the straight lane.
24

Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue

404 ft · 12 sec · 10th Avenue
25

Turn right onto 10th Street

0.5 mi · 54 sec · 10th Street
26

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Veterans Parkway
27

Arrive at destination

US 27; GA 1

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 47-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day, especially since it’s a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, planning your fill-up before you leave Aragon is a sensible step. The longest stretch without a major change is 35.9 miles, so if you prefer more frequent breaks, plan to stop around that mark. Given the manageable distance, you have flexibility; however, if you find yourself needing a rest, the single recommended stop should suffice for this Georgia-to-Georgia route.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.3 miles from Aragon, GA, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.9 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 28 miles or 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 64.3 miles or 1h 27m 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 19m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Aragon, 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 Aragon, GA

This is one driving day of about 128.7 miles and 2h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Aragon, 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 Chet Atkins Parkway for about 35.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Mount Zion, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mount Zion, GA

64 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

Villa Rica, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hogansville, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.3 miles from Aragon, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Seed Coffee + Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Columbus, Georgia

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 128.7

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16573511249

Visit website

Cafe Brûlée & Dessert Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

LaGrange, Georgia

1.4 mi

Harvest Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Georgia

2.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Circa Coffee Lagrange

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

LaGrange, Georgia

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 82.7

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+17068828665

Local Groundz Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

LaGrange, Georgia

1.9 mi

The Double Scoop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Franklin, Georgia

2.9 mi

The Seed Coffee + Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 128.7

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16573511249

Visit website

Cafe Brûlée & Dessert Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 82.7

LaGrange, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17064076889

Visit website

Harvest Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 128.7

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17062218792

Visit website

Circa Coffee Lagrange

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 82.7

LaGrange, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+17068828665

Local Groundz Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 82.7

LaGrange, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17062985442

Visit website

The Double Scoop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv mile 64.3

Franklin, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+17069480014

Milltown Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+17063231876

Visit website

Circle K Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 27.6

Villa Rica, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 128.7

Phenix City, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 36.8

Carrollton, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 82.7

LaGrange, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Launch Family Entertainment Columbus

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 3:30–8 pm

+17062218680

Visit website

National Civil War Naval Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 128.7

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+17063279798

Visit website

Exodus Escape Games

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

+17069400251

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 119.5

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17062216642

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 125.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | GA 101

At end of road, turn left onto GA 101

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 278; GA 6; GA 101 / Nathan Dean Parkway

Turn left onto US 278; GA 6; GA 101 / Nathan Dean Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
24 mi into trip | ~33m in | GA 101 / Industrial Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto GA 101 / Industrial Boulevard

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

7
125 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in

Take the exit toward GA 22 Spur: Macon Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 6 Toward GA 22 Spur: Macon Road
8
125.2 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in

Keep slight right at fork toward GA 22 Spur West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward GA 22 Spur West

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.13 one way

$40.25 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $22.01 $44.01
premium $4.70 $23.82 $47.64
diesel $5.61 $28.42 $56.83

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 45 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.6 0 $13.51 $6.18
Efficient EV 32.2 0 $11.26 $5.15
EV Truck/SUV 51.5 0 $18.02 $8.24

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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 15, 2026

Origin

Aragon, GA

Night in Aragon on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Columbus, GA

Night in Columbus on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

48°F

Mount Zion, GA

64 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

4 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 47m 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 drive presents a balanced mix, with 47% of it on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.9 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway, offering a good period of consistent travel. The road's personality shifts throughout the journey, moving from more open highway segments to potentially more local road characteristics as you progress toward Columbus. Expect a varied driving experience that keeps things interesting without being overly demanding.

47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.9 mi on Chet Atkins Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 0.3 miles in near GA 101.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 128.7 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 0.3 miles (GA 101): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (US 278; GA 6; GA 101 / Nathan Dean Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles (GA 101 / Industrial Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

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 Aragon, GA to Columbus, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Carrollton along the way.

Carrollton

40.8 mi in | ~58m | via US 27 Alternate; GA 16

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 128.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 35.9 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Columbus, 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 0.3 miles (GA 101): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (US 278; GA 6; GA 101 / Nathan Dean Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles (GA 101 / Industrial Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Columbus, 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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