Origin
Augusta, GA
Late night in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, GA to Hardwick, 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 1m
Distance
93.4 mi
150 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
★
6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, GA
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Hardwick, GA
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Trip Overview
This 93.4-mile journey from Augusta, GA to Hardwick, GA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 1 minute to complete. The drive will cost an estimated $15 in fuel. You'll primarily navigate via the Fall Line Freeway, Deans Bridge Road, and Fenns Bridge Road, offering a mixed driving experience across the Southeast region. With no designated stops in the data, this route is ideal for those seeking a straightforward drive without extensive planning for overnight stays or multiple attractions. Its relatively short distance makes it a convenient option for a quick regional excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.7 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Line Freeway | 39.2 mi | 47m |
| Deans Bridge Road | 27.6 mi | 37m |
| Fenns Bridge Road | 16.6 mi | 19m |
| Vinson Highway | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| North Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 15th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Walton Way | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Milledgeville Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Fall Line Freeway
— 39.2 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Hardwick, GA.
1
Start on Walton Way
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Walton Way
2
Turn left onto 15th Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
15th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn straight onto GA 4
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Milledgeville Road
4
Continue on GA 4
28 mi
·
37 min
·
Deans Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 1; US 221; GA 4; GA 540
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto GA 88; GA 540
17 mi
·
19 min
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Fenns Bridge Road
7
Continue on GA 88; GA 540
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 88; GA 540
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fall Line Freeway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 88; GA 540
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
10
Enter roundabout onto GA 24; GA 540
146 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fall Line Freeway
11
Continue on GA 24; GA 540
29 mi
·
35 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto GA 112
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Vinson Highway
13
Arrive at destination
Vinson Highway
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight hours and allow for flexibility. While no specific stops are noted, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without apparent town access is 39.2 miles. The estimated fuel cost of $15 suggests this is an economical drive. A practical tip for this route: be prepared for the road type to shift as you move from the Fall Line Freeway onto Deans Bridge Road and Fenns Bridge Road; staying aware of changing speed limits and road conditions will ensure a smooth arrival in Hardwick.
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 46.7 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.7 miles or 1h 3m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hardwick, 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 93.4 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Augusta, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Fall Line Freeway for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.7 miles from Augusta, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 60.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
15th Street
Turn left onto 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
33.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
GA 88; GA 540 / Fenns Bridge Road
Turn right onto GA 88; GA 540 / Fenns Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
4
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
GA 88; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 88; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
GA 88; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 88; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
GA 24; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Enter roundabout onto GA 24; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.61 one way
$29.21 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.97 | $31.94 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.29 | $34.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.62 | $41.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.81 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.17 | $3.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.08 | $5.98 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Hardwick, GA
Late night in Hardwick on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
33 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
2h 1m 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.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 90.2
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive presents a mixed profile, with 42% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.2 miles on the Fall Line Freeway, which likely offers a more consistent pace. As you transition to Deans Bridge Road and Fenns Bridge Road, expect the character of the drive to change, potentially introducing more local road characteristics. This blend of faster highway sections and potentially more varied local road driving means you'll experience different road conditions and speeds throughout the 93.4-mile trip.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.2 mi on Fall Line Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near 15th 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 2h 1m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles (GA 88; GA 540 / Fenns Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 56.4 miles (GA 88; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 93.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.2 miles on Fall Line Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles (GA 88; GA 540 / Fenns Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 56.4 miles (GA 88; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hardwick, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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