Origin
Dawsonville, GA
Morning in Dawsonville on Tuesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dawsonville, GA to Warner Robins, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
159.6 mi
257 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 1m
★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dawsonville, GA
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Trip Overview
Dawsonville to Warner Robins is 159.6 miles and takes about 3h 12m via I 75, US 19, and Larry Justice Highway, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving south through the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway drive that should be manageable for a single day. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from the north Georgia mountains towards central Georgia without a lot of fuss.
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
79.8 miles from Dawsonville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 64.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| US 19 | 44.8 mi | 53m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Watson Boulevard | 6.7 mi | 12m |
| GA 53 | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Downtown Connector | 5 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 64.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dawsonville, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
1
Start on GA 9; GA 53
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
GA 9; GA 53
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn slight right onto GA 53
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
GA 53
Use the slight right lane.
3
Turn right onto US 19; GA 400
45 mi
·
53 min
·
US 19; GA 400
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Merge onto I 85
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast Expressway
5
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 146
Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Robins
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left
107 ft
·
7 sec
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Robins A.F.B.
12
Turn left onto GA 247 Connector
6.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hospital Drive
14
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Dr. Parihar Drive
15
Turn left onto McAllister Road
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
McAllister Road
16
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Kingsbury Circle
17
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
Trinity Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 12m estimated drive time, leaving Dawsonville in the morning should allow you to reach Warner Robins well before evening. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $25, and it's always wise to fill up before you get too low, especially before transitioning to potentially less populated surface roads. The primary highway, I 75, is generally well-maintained, but always be aware of changing traffic conditions as you get closer to urban areas.
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 79.8 miles from Dawsonville, GA, or about 1h 39m 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 35 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.8 miles or 1h 39m 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 35m
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 Dawsonville, 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 Dawsonville, GA
This is one driving day of about 159.6 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Dawsonville, 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
80 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.8 miles from Dawsonville, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 6.6 and 152.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
6.6 mi into trip
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~11m in
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US 19; GA 400
Turn right onto US 19; GA 400
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
61.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
126.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
|
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
5
142.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
|
I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Merge onto I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
152.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.96 one way
$49.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $27.29 | $54.58 |
| premium | $4.70 | $29.54 | $59.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.24 | $70.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.76 | $7.66 |
| Efficient EV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.96 | $6.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.34 | $10.21 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Warner Robins, GA
Morning in Warner Robins on Tuesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
26 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 12m 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 route is 82% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on interstates. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 64.8 miles on I 75. You'll transition from highway to surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect frequent exits on the interstate portions, so stay alert for your upcoming turns.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 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?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 19. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near US 19; GA 400.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 159.6 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 6.6 miles (US 19; GA 400): Lane positioning matters here; at 61.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.5 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Dawsonville, GA
Full guide →Dawsonville is a city in Georgia's Historic High Country.
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 12m. Total distance: 159.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m 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 64.8 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 6.6 miles (US 19; GA 400): Lane positioning matters here; at 61.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.5 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 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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