Trip from Donalsonville, GA to Columbus, GA

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

Drive Time

2h 28m

Distance

117.7 mi

189 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 19m ★

6 AM

2h 29m

8 AM

2h 49m

10 AM

2h 36m

12 PM

2h 34m

3 PM

2h 37m

5 PM

2h 48m

8 PM

2h 23m

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

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Donalsonville, GA

Dmitry Daltonik

Trip Overview

Donalsonville, GA to Columbus, GA is 117.7 miles and takes about 2h 28m via US 27, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically Georgia, offering a straightforward trip. You'll primarily be on highways, making it a practical choice for a quick transit between these two points. With a recommended one-day duration, it’s well-suited for a day trip or a simple leg of a longer journey. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to travel between these Georgia cities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

58.8 miles from Donalsonville, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 27	87.4 mi	1h 43m
Martha Berry Highway	16.3 mi	23m
South Tennille Avenue	12.5 mi	17m
6th Avenue	0.7 mi	1m
4th Street	0.5 mi	1m
9th Street	0.2 mi	<1m
Veterans Parkway	0.1 mi	<1m
East 3rd Street	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 27 — 87.4 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Donalsonville, GA and Columbus, GA.

Start on US 84; GA 38

44 ft · 5 sec · East 3rd Street

Turn right onto GA 39; GA 91

13 mi · 17 min · South Tennille Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 27; GA 1

Continue on US 27; GA 1

10 mi · 11 min · US 27; GA 1

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 27; GA 1

19 mi · 22 min · US 27; GA 1

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on US 27; GA 1

57 mi · 1 hr 7 min · US 27; GA 1

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520

16 mi · 23 min · Martha Berry Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520

0.5 mi · 1 min · 4th Street

Turn right onto 6th Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · 6th Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto 9th Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · 9th Street

Turn left onto US 27; GA 1

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Veterans Parkway

Arrive at destination

US 27; GA 1

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 28 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Leaving in the morning provides ample time to reach Columbus without feeling rushed, allowing for flexibility. With only 117.7 miles, you won't need extensive stops, but it’s wise to be mindful of fuel, especially during the longest stretch on US 27 where services might be less frequent. Plan to refuel before embarking or during the initial part of the drive to ensure you have enough of your estimated $18 fuel budget for the entire trip.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 58.8 miles from Donalsonville, GA, or about 1h 12m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.4 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 26 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.8 miles or 1h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 57m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Donalsonville, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Donalsonville, GA

This is one driving day of about 117.7 miles and 2h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Donalsonville, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 87.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Stewart County, Georgia, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Richland, GA

59 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

Blakely, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cuthbert, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.8 miles from Donalsonville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.4 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 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 117.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 39; GA 91 / South Tennille Avenue

Turn right onto GA 39; GA 91 / South Tennille Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

12.5 mi into trip | ~17m in | US 27; GA 1

At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1

Navigation decision point

99.9 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520 / Martha Berry Highway

Turn left onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520 / Martha Berry Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

116.7 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in | 6th Avenue

Turn right onto 6th Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

117.4 mi into trip | ~2h 27m in | 9th Street

Turn left onto 9th Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.41 one way

$36.81 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$20.12	$40.25
premium	$4.70	$21.78	$43.57
diesel	$5.61	$25.99	$51.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.3	$12.36	$5.65
Efficient EV	29.4	$10.30	$4.71
EV Truck/SUV	47.1	$16.48	$7.53

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 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 18, 2026

Origin

Donalsonville, GA

Late night in Donalsonville on Sunday

Local time

12:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

SW 0 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Columbus, GA

Late night in Columbus on Sunday

Local time

12:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Richland, GA

59 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

33 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

2h 28m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the route utilizing major roadways. Expect a significant stretch of 87.4 miles on US 27, which will likely be the longest uninterrupted section of your journey. The character of the drive is geared towards efficient travel, meaning you'll encounter more high-speed sections than winding local roads. While the primary roads are US 27 and Martha Berry Highway, the overall feel is one of consistent forward momentum, designed for covering distance.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 87.4 mi on US 27.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and Martha Berry Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 39; GA 91 / South Tennille Avenue.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 28m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 39; GA 91 / South Tennille Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles (US 27; GA 1): Navigation decision point; at 99.9 miles (US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520 / Martha Berry Highway): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 117.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 87.4 miles on US 27. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Columbus, 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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Trip from Donalsonville, GA to Columbus, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Columbus, GA

Same local time

33 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 28m on the road

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Frequently Asked Questions

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