Spanning 166.9 miles across the Southeast, this drive from Blackshear to Ohio, Georgia, is a straightforward journey typically taking about 3 hours and 28 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $27 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares including US 82, US 84, and I-75 Business. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this drive offers a reliable connection between these two points in Georgia.
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
83.4 miles from Blackshear, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75 Business
77.3 mi
1h 22m
US 82
55.8 mi
1h 9m
US 84
9.2 mi
13m
Albany Highway
6.6 mi
7m
Albany Avenue
4.9 mi
8m
GA 96
3.8 mi
5m
South Georgia Parkway
3.3 mi
3m
Brock Road
1.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 75 Business
— 77.3 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackshear, GA and Ohio, GA.
1
Start on GA 15; GA 121
26 ft·7 sec·West Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 84; GA 38
0.6 mi·45 sec·US 84; GA 38
3
Continue on US 84; GA 38
5.0 mi·6 min·US 84; GA 38
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 84; GA 38
0.5 mi·43 sec·US 84; GA 38
5
Continue on US 84; GA 38
3.1 mi·5 min·US 84; GA 38
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
4.9 mi·8 min·Albany Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Fulford Road
0.5 mi·49 sec·Fulford Road
8
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520
3.3 mi·3 min·South Georgia Parkway
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 82; GA 520
6.6 mi·7 min·Albany Highway
10
Continue on US 82; GA 520
3.4 mi·3 min·US 82; GA 520
11
Continue on US 82; GA 520
5.1 mi·6 min·US 82; GA 520
12
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.6 mi·5 min·US 82; GA 520
13
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.5 mi·6 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 82; GA 520
21 mi·24 min·US 82; GA 520
15
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.7 mi·1 min·US 82; GA 520
16
Continue on US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
1.1 mi·1 min·US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
17
Continue on US 82; GA 520
15 mi·18 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
0.7 mi·1 min·US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit onto East 2nd Street
1.0 mi·2 min·East 2nd Street
20
Turn right onto Forrest Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·Forrest Avenue
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
459 ft·11 sec·West 12th Street
22
Continue on US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
0.7 mi·1 min·US Highway 41 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Take the ramp onto I 75 Business
77 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 75 Business
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 142Toward GA 96: Housers Mill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn left onto GA 96
3.8 mi·5 min·GA 96
26
Turn right onto Brock Road
1.0 mi·3 min·Brock Road
27
Continue on Brock Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Brock Road
28
Turn right onto Lilly Creek Road
1.1 mi·4 min·Lilly Creek Road
29
Arrive at destination
Lilly Creek Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic patterns. With only one recommended stop, you can easily pace yourself to stretch your legs without significantly extending your total time on the road. Be sure to fuel up before hitting the longer interstate stretches to keep your $27 budget on track throughout the 3-hour and 28-minute duration. Given the high percentage of highway travel, keep a close eye on your speed as you transition between US routes and the I-75 Business corridor. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your commute remains as smooth as possible.
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 83.4 miles from Blackshear, GA, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.3 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 37 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.4 miles or 1h 50m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ohio, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blackshear, 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 Blackshear, GA
This is one driving day of about 166.9 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Blackshear, 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 I 75 Business for about 77.3 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.2 and 160.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
9.2 mi into trip|~13m in|Albany Avenue
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
14.6 mi into trip|~22m in|US 82; GA 520 / South Georgia Parkway
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520 / South Georgia Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
82.1 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street
Navigation decision point
5
82.9 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|I 75 Business
Take the ramp onto I 75 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
160.2 mi into trip|~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward GA 96: Housers Mill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 142
Toward GA 96: Housers Mill Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.10 one way
$52.20 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$28.54
$57.07
premium
$4.70
$30.89
$61.78
diesel
$5.61
$36.85
$73.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.1
0
$17.52
$8.01
Efficient EV
41.7
0
$14.60
$6.68
EV Truck/SUV
66.8
0
$23.37
$10.68
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Blackshear, GA
Late night
in Blackshear on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ohio, GA
Late night
in Ohio on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
6 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 28m 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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 166.9
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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your time spent on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel, as the route features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 77.3 miles on I-75 Business. While you will encounter a mix of highway speeds and regional road transitions, the experience remains consistent and focused on efficiency. Expect a direct, no-nonsense path that prioritizes movement over winding backroads. Staying alert is key during those long interstate segments, as the landscape remains steady while you cover the bulk of the 166.9-mile distance.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.3 mi on I 75 Business.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 Business and US 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in near Albany Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 28m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (Albany Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (US 82; GA 520 / South Georgia Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 82.1 miles (US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
456 ft79 ft
Total Climb
531 ft
Total Descent
252 ft
Highest Point
456 ft
~146 mi in
Elevation Range
377 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 28m. Total distance: 166.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 77.3 miles on I 75 Business. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 9.2 miles (Albany Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (US 82; GA 520 / South Georgia Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 82.1 miles (US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Ohio, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
