Traveling from Augusta to the Isle of Hope covers 130.5 miles of Georgia’s Southeast region. Expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate via 12th Street, Old Savannah Road, and the Gordon Highway rather than sticking to major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $21, this journey remains an affordable way to reach the coast. Since you are staying within the same region, the transition between these two Georgia locations is straightforward and predictable.
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
65.3 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Savannah Highway
38.3 mi
44m
GA 23
19.5 mi
26m
North Columbia Avenue
15.8 mi
20m
Mike Padgett Highway
14 mi
19m
Millhaven Road
7.5 mi
10m
William F. Lynes Parkway
6.9 mi
9m
Waynesboro Highway
5.2 mi
7m
Burton's Ferry Highway
4.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Savannah Highway
— 38.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Isle of Hope, GA.
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Start on Walton Way
359 ft·14 sec·Walton Way
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Turn left onto 12th Street
1.2 mi·3 min·12th Street
3
Turn slight right onto Old Savannah Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Old Savannah Road
4
Turn straight onto US 1; US 25; US 78; US 278; GA 10; GA 121
0.1 mi·18 sec·Gordon Highway
5
Turn left onto Olive Road
498 ft·12 sec·Olive Road
6
Turn straight onto Old Savannah Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Old Savannah Road
7
Turn left onto GA 56
0.1 mi·10 sec·Mike Padgett Highway
8
Continue on GA 56
1.5 mi·2 min·Old Savannah Road
9
Continue on GA 56
14 mi·19 min·Mike Padgett Highway
10
Turn left onto GA 23
19 mi·26 min·GA 23
11
Turn straight onto Millhaven Road
5.6 mi·7 min·Millhaven Road
12
Continue on Girard Millhaven Road
3.4 mi·4 min·Girard Millhaven Road
13
Continue on Milhaven Road
1.2 mi·1 min·Milhaven Road
14
Continue on Millhaven Road
1.9 mi·2 min·Millhaven Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto GA 24
5.2 mi·7 min·Waynesboro Highway
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Take the ramp onto GA 24
0.3 mi·39 sec·GA 24
17
Merge onto US 301; GA 24; GA 73
4.4 mi·5 min·Burton's Ferry Highway
18
Turn left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
2.6 mi·3 min·US 301 Business; GA 73
19
At end of road, turn left onto GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.3 mi·26 sec·Perimeter Road
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Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
38 mi·44 min·Savannah Highway
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
0.1 mi·7 sec·Augusta Highway
22
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
16 mi·20 min·North Columbia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on I 516; GA 21
6.9 mi·9 min·William F. Lynes Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on GA 21
1.6 mi·2 min·West Derenne Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Harry Truman Parkway South
26
Merge onto Harry Truman Parkway
1.8 mi·2 min·Harry Truman Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward Montgomery Cross RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn left onto East Montgomery Cross Road
0.5 mi·56 sec·East Montgomery Cross Road
29
Turn right onto Skidaway Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Skidaway Road
30
Continue on Parkersburg Road
0.3 mi·54 sec·Parkersburg Road
31
Turn sharp left onto Central Avenue
461 ft·15 sec·Central Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this trip, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the nearly three-hour duration. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, departure timing is key to avoiding heavy traffic that could extend your travel time beyond the 2h 56m estimate. Keep your $21 fuel budget in mind as you head toward the coast, and ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent turning and stop-and-go conditions. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace as needed. Use a navigation app to monitor your turns closely, as the local road network can be complex compared to a simple highway 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 65.3 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 29 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.3 miles or 1h 33m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Isle of Hope, 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 130.5 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 Savannah Highway for about 38.3 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 130.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|12th Street
Turn left onto 12th Street
Navigation decision point
6
126.1 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward Harry Truman Parkway South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Harry Truman Parkway South
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126.5 mi into trip|~2h 49m in|Harry Truman Parkway
Merge onto Harry Truman Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
128.3 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward Montgomery Cross Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery Cross Road
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130.4 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|Central Avenue
Turn sharp left onto Central Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.41 one way
$40.81 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$22.31
$44.63
premium
$4.70
$24.15
$48.31
diesel
$5.61
$28.81
$57.63
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: 45.7 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
39.2
0
$13.70
$6.26
Efficient EV
32.6
0
$11.42
$5.22
EV Truck/SUV
52.2
0
$18.27
$8.35
Gas CO2
46 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 16, 2026
Origin
Augusta, GA
Morning
in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Isle of Hope, GA
Morning
in Isle of Hope on Sunday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Sylvania, GA
65 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
24 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 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for constant maneuvering through local roads rather than long, monotonous stretches of highway. The path requires your full attention as you transition from city streets onto the regional connectors that define this 130.5-mile journey. You won't find any long, uninterrupted highway segments here, so settle in for a steady, hands-on driving experience. It is a route that demands a bit more engagement from the driver than a standard freeway cruise.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.3 mi on Savannah 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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 12th 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 130.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 126.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 126.5 miles (Harry Truman Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 130.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.3 miles on Savannah Highway. 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 Isle of Hope, 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 0.1 miles (12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 126.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 126.5 miles (Harry Truman Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Isle of Hope, GA before heading back.
