Rest Area #22 (Monroe County, I 75 Southbound)
0 mi from route
Trip from California, GA to Abbeville, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 38m
Distance
177.2 mi
285 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 26m
★
6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 3m
10 AM
3h 47m
12 PM
3h 45m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 2m
8 PM
3h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
California, GA
Lesli Whitecotton
Abbeville, GA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
California, GA to Abbeville, GA is 177.2 miles and takes about 3h 38m via I 75 and US 129, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, covering ground entirely within Georgia. Given its relatively short distance and highway focus, you'll likely find this a straightforward drive. It's a good option if you're looking for a direct connection between these two points without extensive detours, perfect for a single-day trip.
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
88.6 miles from California, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 64.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 17.8 mi | 19m |
| US 129 | 17.3 mi | 23m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| Tom Murphy Freeway | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| Main Street | 10.9 mi | 14m |
| C H James Parkway | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| Jackson Street South | 6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 64.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 100 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,636 veh/hr typical · worst 6,504
Quietest
2 AM
~903 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 California, GA and Abbeville, GA.
1
Start on GA 92
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hiram Acworth Highway
Use the left lane.
2
Turn left onto US 278; GA 6
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
3
Continue on US 278; GA 6
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Wendy Bagwell Parkway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 278; GA 6
7.4 mi
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10 min
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C H James Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on US 278; GA 6
3.5 mi
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5 min
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Thornton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 East: Atlanta
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 20
12 mi
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14 min
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Tom Murphy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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21 sec
Exit 57
Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, Montgomery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
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1 min
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 75; I 85
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Downtown Connector
11
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
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3 min
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James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
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Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
18 mi
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19 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 138
Toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
150 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Houston County Justice Center, Hawkinsville
Use the slight left lane.
17
Turn straight onto US 341; GA 11 Conn
4.4 mi
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6 min
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North Perry Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 341; GA 11
6.3 mi
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8 min
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Main Street
Use the left lane.
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 341; GA 11
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Golden Isles Highway
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 341; GA 11
4.6 mi
·
5 min
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Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Continue on US 341; GA 11
5.5 mi
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6 min
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Perry Highway
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 129; US 341; GA 11
1.7 mi
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2 min
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341 Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn left onto GA 26
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Commerce Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto US 129 Business; GA 11 Business
6.0 mi
·
8 min
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Jackson Street South
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Continue on US 129; GA 11
17 mi
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23 min
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US 129; GA 11
26
Arrive at destination
US 129; GA 11
Trip Plan
For this drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and ensure you have plenty of time. With a total duration of under four hours, you might only need one brief stop, perhaps for fuel or a quick stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $30 budget is an estimate and prices can fluctuate; it's wise to fill up before you leave or at a major exit. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility with your departure time and can easily adjust if needed.
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 88.6 miles from California, GA, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.8 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 39 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.6 miles or 1h 48m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Abbeville, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving California, 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 California, GA
This is one driving day of about 177.2 miles and 3h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from California, 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 64.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.6 miles from California, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Monroe County Weigh Station - I-75 Southbound
0 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Monroe County Weigh Station - I-75 Northbound
0.1 mi from route
19
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
JP Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.3 mi from route
Circle K
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.4 mi from route
RaceTrac
0.8 mi from route
Rest Area
1.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
1.6 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 27.4 and 130.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
27.4 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85 South: Chattanooga, Greenville, Macon, Montgomery
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 57
Toward I 75 North, I 85 North, I 75 South, I 85...
8
27.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South, I 85 South: Macon, Montgomer...
8
96.3 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
8
130.2 mi into trip
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~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway
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 138
Toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway
9
130.4 mi into trip
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~2h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Houston County Justice Center, Hawkinsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Houston County...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.18 one way
$56.37 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.41 | $30.73 | $61.46 |
| premium | $4.78 | $33.34 | $66.68 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $37.32 | $74.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.61 | $8.51 |
| Efficient EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.9 | 0 | $24.81 | $11.34 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Origin
California, GA
Afternoon in California on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 0 to 5 mph
90% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 25 at 5:18AM EDT until May 25 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued May 25 at 1:40AM EDT until May 26 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Abbeville, GA
Afternoon in Abbeville on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
S 0 to 5 mph
83% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 25 at 5:18AM EDT until May 25 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued May 25 at 1:40AM EDT until May 26 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
86°F
Brooks, GA
89 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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 38m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 30.6
View on nps.gov
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...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 110
View on nps.gov
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
$5
near mile 24.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend a good portion of your time on the highway, with 72% of the 177.2 miles on major roads like I 75. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 64.8 miles on I 75, which means you'll experience some extended periods of cruising before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a mostly highway profile, with a noticeable shift as you move from the interstate to routes like the Fall Line Freeway and US 129.
72% 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: 64.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fall Line Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 177.2 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 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.3 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,044 ft
210 ft
Total Climb
167 ft
Total Descent
953 ft
Highest Point
1,044 ft
Elevation Range
834 ft
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.
Between California, GA and Abbeville, GA, road signs point toward Greenville, Macon, Montgomery and Hawkinsville.
Greenville
27.4 mi in
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~38m
Macon
27.4 mi in
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~38m
Montgomery
27.4 mi in
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~38m
Hawkinsville
130.4 mi in
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~2h 33m
About the Cities
Starting in California, GA
Full guide →“The Golden State” · Founded 1850
One of the most diverse states in the Union, California has a culture ranging from the easygoing surf spots on the beaches of Southern California to the glamor of Hollywood, and the counterculture and thriving businesses of the Bay Area. The state, which is on the west coast of the U.S., also varies greatly in natural beauty, from redwood forests on the North Coast to the ski resorts of the rugged Sierra Nevada mountains and the harsh desert of Death Valley. The largest state in the U.S. by population and the third largest by area, California boasts world-famous attractions and sights: Disneyland, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Napa Valley wine country, and the tallest mountain in the contiguous United States, Mount Whitney.
Top landmarks
- • Yosemite National Park — national park in California, United States
- • San Francisco Bay — bay of the Pacific Ocean on the California coast of the United States
- • San Andreas Fault — geological fault
Arriving in Abbeville, GA
Full guide →Founded 1883
Top landmarks
- • Wilcox County Courthouse — courthouse in Georgia, United States
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 38m. Total distance: 177.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.8 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 20 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 Abbeville, 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 20 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.3 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Abbeville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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