Augusta, GA to East Griffin, GA is 149.2 miles and takes about 3h 3m via Carl Sanders Highway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, both starting and ending in Georgia. Expect a drive that is mostly on surface roads, offering a more relaxed pace than interstate cruising. With a recommended single day for travel, this route is well-suited for a straightforward trip where you can arrive at your destination with plenty of time to spare.
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
74.6 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Carl Sanders Highway
85.2 mi
1h 31m
Monticello Highway
21.9 mi
30m
West Washington Street
13.3 mi
18m
GA 16
11.4 mi
15m
West 3rd Street
4.7 mi
6m
State Route 16
3.1 mi
4m
Washington Road
2.5 mi
4m
Calhoun Expressway
1.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Carl Sanders Highway
— 85.2 mi, about 1h 31m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 20 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,812 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,441
Quietest
2 AM
~187 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and East Griffin, GA.
1
Start on Walton Way
0.7 mi·1 min·Walton Way
2
Turn straight
235 ft·8 sec
3
Turn right onto 15th Street
0.2 mi·18 sec·15th Street
4
Turn slight left
0.3 mi·40 sec
5
Merge onto GA 28
1.7 mi·1 min·Calhoun Expressway
6
Continue on GA 28
2.5 mi·4 min·Washington Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
8
Merge onto I 20
85 mi·1 hr 31 min·Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 20
0.8 mi·53 sec·Purple Heart Highway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 113Toward GA 83: Madison, MonticelloUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto GA 83
22 mi·30 min·Monticello Highway
12
Continue on GA 83
0.2 mi·16 sec·Madison Road
13
Continue on GA 83
0.4 mi·50 sec·Madison Street
14
Continue on GA 83
0.2 mi·29 sec·North Warren Street
15
Turn right onto GA 16; GA 83; GA 212
175 ft·6 sec·West Greene Street
16
Turn left onto GA 11; GA 16; GA 83; GA 212
301 ft·13 sec·Forsyth Street
17
Turn right onto GA 16; GA 212
13 mi·18 min·West Washington Street
18
Enter roundabout onto GA 16
108 ft·2 sec·GA 16
19
Continue on GA 16
4.7 mi·7 min·GA 16
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Enter roundabout onto GA 16
134 ft·3 sec·West 3rd Street
21
Continue on GA 16
4.7 mi·6 min·West 3rd Street
22
Continue on GA 16
3.1 mi·4 min·State Route 16
23
Continue on GA 16
6.7 mi·7 min·GA 16
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 16
0.8 mi·1 min·Arthur K. Bolton Parkway
25
Turn slight right
250 ft·9 sec
26
Turn right onto Barrow Road
0.4 mi·45 sec·Barrow Road
27
At end of road, turn left onto Newton Road
0.4 mi·44 sec·Newton Road
28
At end of road, turn left onto High Falls Road
0.2 mi·35 sec·High Falls Road
29
Turn sharp left
69 ft·5 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 3h 3m drive time, you have flexibility with your departure. Leaving Augusta, GA in the morning allows you to reach East Griffin, GA well before evening, even with a brief stop. The total distance is 149.2 miles, and with a fuel cost estimated around $23, it's an economical choice. There's only one recommended stop, so plan that strategically along your route. Since most of the drive is on surface roads, keep an eye out for local speed limits and potential traffic lights, especially as you get closer to East Griffin.
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 74.6 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.2 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 33 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.6 miles or 1h 23m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Griffin, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Augusta, 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 Augusta, GA
This is one driving day of about 149.2 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Augusta, 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 85.2 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 149.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.8 mi into trip|~1m in|15th Street
Turn right onto 15th Street
Navigation decision point
5
5.8 mi into trip|~9m in|I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway
Merge onto I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
91.8 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 113
Toward GA 83: Madison, Monticello
5
132.8 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|GA 16 / West 3rd Street
Enter roundabout onto GA 16 / West 3rd Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
149.2 mi into trip|~3h 3m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.73 one way
$47.46 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$25.88
$51.75
premium
$4.78
$28.07
$56.14
diesel
$5.35
$31.43
$62.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.8
0
$15.67
$7.16
Efficient EV
37.3
0
$13.06
$5.97
EV Truck/SUV
59.7
0
$20.89
$9.55
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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 Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Augusta, GA
Evening
in Augusta on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
NE 3 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 7:13AM EDT until June 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 1:08AM EDT until June 5 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
East Griffin, GA
Evening
in East Griffin on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 7:13AM EDT until June 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 1:08AM EDT until June 5 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
88°F
Morrow, GA
75 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 3m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route features only an 11% highway share, meaning the majority of your driving will be on surface roads. You'll experience 85.2 miles on the Carl Sanders Highway before transitioning. The transition from highway to surface roads is where you'll notice a change in traffic patterns, moving from faster, more direct travel to a slower pace with more local intersections.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.2 mi on Carl Sanders Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near 15th Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (15th Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
871 ft140 ft
Total Climb
908 ft
Total Descent
177 ft
Highest Point
871 ft
~149.2 mi in
Elevation Range
730 ft
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 Augusta, GA to East Griffin, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello 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.
Top landmarks
•Augusta National Golf Club — golf course in Georgia, United States
•Augusta Canal — canal in Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
•Morris Museum of Art — museum in Augusta, Georgia, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 3m. Total distance: 149.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.2 miles on Carl Sanders Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 East Griffin, 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (15th Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at East Griffin, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
