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Trip from Cairo, GA to Warner Robins, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 1m

Distance

142.3 mi

229 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 50m ★
6 AM
3h 1m
8 AM
3h 24m
10 AM
3h 9m
12 PM
3h 7m
3 PM
3h 10m
5 PM
3h 23m
8 PM
2h 54m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Grady County, Georgia, United States

Cairo, GA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 142.3 miles through the heart of Georgia, this trek from Cairo to Warner Robins is a straightforward journey typically lasting about 3 hours and 1 minute. Because the route is compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $23 for fuel, making this an economical excursion within the Southeast. You will navigate a combination of US 19, GA 112, and I-75 to complete the transit. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that connects two distinct areas of the state efficiently. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, the logistics are simple enough to manage in one sitting.

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

71.2 miles from Cairo, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 46.8 mi 50m
US 19 24.3 mi 30m
GA 112 23.4 mi 32m
GA 300 21.9 mi 27m
Cordele Road 13.8 mi 17m
Watson Boulevard 6.6 mi 12m
38th Boulevard Northeast 1.6 mi 3m
East Oglethorpe Boulevard 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 46.8 mi, about 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cairo, GA and Warner Robins, GA.

1

Start on 1st Avenue Northeast

269 ft · 12 sec · 1st Avenue Northeast
2

Turn left onto GA 188

0.4 mi · 51 sec · 5th Street Northeast
3

Turn left onto US 84; GA 38

1.6 mi · 3 min · 38th Boulevard Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Turn right onto GA 112

23 mi · 32 min · GA 112
5

Turn left onto GA 97

0.5 mi · 51 sec · South Butler Street
6

Turn right onto GA 37

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Turn left onto US 19; GA 3; GA 37 Truck; GA 300

0.1 mi · 18 sec · US 19; GA 3; GA 37 Truck; GA 300
Use the left lane.
8

Continue on US 19; GA 3; GA 300

24 mi · 29 min · US 19; GA 3; GA 300
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 2A Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
10

Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business

0.9 mi · 1 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
12

Turn left onto Cordele Road

14 mi · 17 min · Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
13

Continue on GA 300

22 mi · 27 min · GA 300
Use the straight lane.
14

Turn left

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I-75 North: Macon Use the left lane.
15

Merge onto I 75

47 mi · 50 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 146 Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Robins Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight right at fork

179 ft · 6 sec
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Centerville, Warner Robins, Robins A.F.B. Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18

Turn right onto GA 247 Connector

6.6 mi · 12 min · Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn right onto Hospital Drive

166 ft · 7 sec · Hospital Drive
20

Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive

0.1 mi · 33 sec · Dr. Parihar Drive
21

Turn left onto McAllister Road

374 ft · 18 sec · McAllister Road
22

Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle

0.1 mi · 35 sec · Kingsbury Circle
23

Turn left onto Trinity Drive

69 ft · 2 sec · Trinity Drive
24

Arrive at destination

Trinity Drive

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3-hour journey, plan for at least one strategic stop to break up the drive. Since the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-75 is always a smart move. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the initial stretches on GA 112, as services may be more spaced out compared to the busier interstate sections. Since you are covering 142.3 miles, try to time your single stop near the transition point between the local roads and the interstate to maximize your efficiency. Staying alert during that 46.8-mile interstate stretch will ensure you arrive in Warner Robins refreshed and ready for whatever is next on your itinerary.

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 71.2 miles from Cairo, GA, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.8 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 31 miles or 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 71.2 miles or 1h 34m 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 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Cairo, 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 Cairo, GA

This is one driving day of about 142.3 miles and 3h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Cairo, 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 for about 46.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Lee County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Leesburg, GA

71 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.

Popular next leg

Leesburg, GA to Warner Robins, GA

88.3 mi · 1h 49m

Pacing Suggestions

Minnesota, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cordele, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 71.2 miles from Cairo, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cordele, Georgia

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 91.5

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12295134414

Visit website

Bodega Brew

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Perry, Georgia

3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Ellianos Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cordele, Georgia

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 91.5

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12295134644

Visit website

Cornerstone Coffee + Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Albany, Georgia

2.3 mi

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 91.5

Cordele, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12295134414

Visit website

Bodega Brew

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122

Perry, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+14782243499

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122

Perry, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+14788322471

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 91.5

Cordele, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12295134644

Visit website

Cornerstone Coffee + Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 50.8

Albany, Georgia

Hours: Closed

Visit website

Morning By Morning Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 122

Perry, Georgia

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+14782243880

Visit website

Between Friends Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 132.2

Warner Robins, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+14789516172

Visit website

Cafe 41

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 101.7

Vienna, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12294173434

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Cairo, Georgia

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 50.8

Albany, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 50.8

Albany, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 50.8

Albany, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Fountain Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 142.3

Warner Robins, Georgia

+14782931080

Visit website

Ellis Brothers Pecans Inc

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 101.7

Vienna, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+18006350616

Visit website

Flint RiverQuarium

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 50.8

Albany, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12296392650

Visit website

Radium Springs Garden

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 50.8

Albany, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+12293174760

Visit website

Georgia Veterans State Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 81.3

Cordele, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12292762371

Visit website

Cotton Museum

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 101.7

Vienna, Georgia

+12292682045

Visit website

Chehaw Park & Zoo

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 50.8

Albany, Georgia

+12294305275

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 135.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 84; GA 38 / 38th Boulevard Northeast

Turn left onto US 84; GA 38 / 38th Boulevard Northeast

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
50.9 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Take the exit toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 2A Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
6
88 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in

Turn left toward I-75 North: Macon

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I-75 North: Macon
8
135.1 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in

Take the exit toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Robins

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 146 Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Ro...
9
135.3 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Keep slight right at fork toward GA 247 Connector East: Centerville, Warner Robins, Robins A.F.B.

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward GA 247 Connector East: Centerville, Warn...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.25 one way

$44.51 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $24.33 $48.66
premium $4.70 $26.34 $52.67
diesel $5.61 $31.42 $62.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42.7 0 $14.94 $6.83
Efficient EV 35.6 0 $12.45 $5.69
EV Truck/SUV 56.9 0 $19.92 $9.11

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 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 15, 2026

Origin

Cairo, GA

Late night in Cairo on Sunday

Local time

3:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Warner Robins, GA

Late night in Warner Robins on Sunday

Local time

3:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

78°F

Leesburg, GA

71 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

4 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 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of your time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will experience a blend of local routes and major interstates, transitioning from smaller roads onto the faster-paced I-75. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-75, where you will spend 46.8 miles maintaining a consistent cruising speed. While the route begins with the character of regional Georgia roads, it eventually shifts into the more utilitarian, high-traffic environment of the interstate system. Be prepared for a change in pace as you move from local GA 112 and US 19 onto the broader, more heavily traveled lanes of the interstate.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.8 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 19. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 84; GA 38 / 38th Boulevard Northeast.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 142.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.4 miles (US 84; GA 38 / 38th Boulevard Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

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 Cairo, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Tifton along the way.

Tifton

50.9 mi in | ~1h 8m

About the Cities

Arriving in Warner Robins, GA

Full guide →

Warner Robins is a city in Houston County in the Classic Heartland of the American state of Georgia.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 142.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 46.8 miles on I 75. 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.

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 Warner Robins, 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 0.4 miles (US 84; GA 38 / 38th Boulevard Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Warner Robins, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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