Origin
Augusta, GA
Late night in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, GA to Union Point, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
69.9 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Union Point, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Augusta to Union Point, Georgia, you are in for a manageable 69.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the entire route stays within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere from start to finish. It is a straightforward trip that allows for plenty of flexibility, making it an easy addition to your travel calendar.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Sanders Highway | 51.2 mi | 54m |
| Greensboro Road Northwest | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Robert Corey Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Washington Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| GA 22 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Calhoun Expressway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Lamb Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Walton Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Carl Sanders Highway
— 51.2 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, GA and Union Point, 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
51 mi
·
54 min
·
Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward GA 22: Crawfordville, Sparta
10
Turn right onto GA 22
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
GA 22
11
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Broad Street
12
Continue on US 278; GA 12
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Greensboro Road Northwest
13
Continue on US 278; GA 12
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Robert Corey Road
14
Continue on US 278; GA 12
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamb Avenue
15
Turn right onto Scott Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Scott Street
16
Turn left onto Carlton Avenue
319 ft
·
13 sec
·
Carlton Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Carlton Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.9 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 69.8 — 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 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.
5
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward GA 22: Crawfordville, Sparta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 22: Crawfordville, Sparta
4
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Scott Street
Turn right onto Scott Street
Navigation decision point
5
69.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Carlton Avenue
Turn left onto Carlton Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.93 one way
$21.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.94 | $25.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Union Point, GA
Late night in Union Point on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
34 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
1h 24m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through the area using 15th Street, the Calhoun Expressway, and Washington Road to reach your destination. Because the path relies entirely on local roads, the pace remains steady and requires your full attention at intersections. There are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, so you should prepare for a drive that demands frequent navigation adjustments. The road’s personality is defined by these constant turns, offering a more hands-on experience behind the wheel.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.2 mi on Carl Sanders Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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 1h 24m drive. You will face about 8 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): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Union Point, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Sparta along the way.
Sparta
56.9 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 69.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.2 miles on Carl Sanders Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 56.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Union Point, 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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