Augusta, GA to Putney, GA is 234.2 miles and takes about 4h 48m via Fall Line Freeway, Georgia-Florida Parkway, and Deans Bridge Road, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. With over three-quarters of the drive on highways, expect a fairly direct path. It's a single-day trip, so you can plan for a relatively early start and still have time in Putney.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.1 miles from Augusta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 28m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Fall Line Freeway
128.2 mi
2h 27m
Georgia-Florida Parkway
35.1 mi
43m
Deans Bridge Road
27.6 mi
37m
Fenns Bridge Road
16.6 mi
19m
Liberty Expressway
8.2 mi
10m
Irwinton Road
6 mi
7m
Emery Highway
2.8 mi
5m
North Main Street
2.4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Fall Line Freeway
— 128.2 mi, about 2h 27m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 32 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,874 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,454
Quietest
2 AM
~237 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.9×
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 Putney, 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·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
51 mi·1 hr 1 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on GA 57; GA 540
6.0 mi·7 min·Irwinton Road
13
Continue on US 80; GA 19; GA 540
1.3 mi·2 min·Jeffersonville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 80; GA 19; GA 540
0.4 mi·37 sec·Emery Road
15
Continue on US 23; US 80; US 129 Alternate; GA 19; GA 87; GA 540
2.8 mi·5 min·Emery Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on GA 540
0.8 mi·1 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the left / straight / sharp right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540
1.0 mi·1 min·Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: ValdostaUse the left / straight lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540
65 mi·1 hr 10 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 99Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, AlbanyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto GA 300
35 mi·43 min·Georgia-Florida Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Merge onto US 82; GA 300; GA 520
1.5 mi·2 min·Clark Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Take the exit onto GA 300
0.4 mi·46 sec·GA 300
Use the right lane.
23
Merge onto US 19; GA 3; GA 133; GA 300
4.3 mi·5 min·Liberty Expressway
Use the left lane.
24
Take the exit onto US 19; GA 3; GA 300
3.6 mi·4 min·Liberty Expressway
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 19; GA 3; GA 300
0.4 mi·32 sec·Liberty Expressway
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Arrive at destination
US 19; GA 3; GA 300
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 48 minute drive time, starting in the morning is best to maximize your day in Putney. You'll have one recommended stop, which is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but keep an eye on your fuel as you approach the final 50 miles, as services can be more spread out on the latter half of the route. Plan your fuel stops accordingly, especially after the 128-mile stretch on the Fall Line Freeway.
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 117.1 miles from Augusta, GA, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.2 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 52 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.1 miles or 2h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Putney, 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 234.2 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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 Fall Line Freeway for about 128.2 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 122.7 and 224.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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122.7 mi into trip|~2h 38m in|GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta
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123.7 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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188.7 mi into trip|~3h 50m in
Take the exit toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
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 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, A...
5
189 mi into trip|~3h 51m in|GA 300 / Georgia-Florida Parkway
Turn right onto GA 300 / Georgia-Florida Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
224.1 mi into trip|~4h 34m in|US 82; GA 300; GA 520 / Clark Avenue
Merge onto US 82; GA 300; GA 520 / Clark Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.25 one way
$74.50 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg82 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$40.62
$81.23
premium
$4.78
$44.06
$88.13
diesel
$5.35
$49.33
$98.66
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.3
0
$24.59
$11.24
Efficient EV
58.6
0
$20.49
$9.37
EV Truck/SUV
93.7
1
$32.79
$14.99
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 May 30, 2026
Origin
Augusta, GA
Afternoon
in Augusta on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 mph76% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 30 at 12:26AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Destination
Putney, GA
Afternoon
in Putney on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Cloudy
0 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 30 at 12:26AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 48m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 121.2
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 73% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 128.2 miles on the Fall Line Freeway. You'll notice the highway section transition to surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect a mix of higher-speed cruising and more local traffic as you get closer to Putney.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 128.2 mi on Fall Line Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Fall Line Freeway and Georgia-Florida Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 122.7 miles in near GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 234.2 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 122.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 123.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.7 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
463 ft140 ft
Total Climb
652 ft
Total Descent
594 ft
Highest Point
463 ft
~16.7 mi in
Elevation Range
323 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 Putney, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Albany 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 4h 48m. Total distance: 234.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 128.2 miles on Fall Line Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 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 Putney, 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 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 122.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 123.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Putney, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
