If you are planning a trip from Fairburn to Warner Robins, you are looking at a straightforward 102.8-mile journey through the heart of Georgia. Expect to spend approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. Since the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. Budgeting about $16 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Because both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the drive. It is a highly practical route that favors efficiency over sightseeing, perfect for those who simply need to get from point A to point B without unnecessary delays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.4 miles from Fairburn, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
50.1 mi
54m
Larry Justice Highway
16.1 mi
17m
GA 138
14.6 mi
21m
Fall Line Freeway
9.6 mi
10m
Watson Boulevard
6.7 mi
12m
Lake Spivey Parkway
3.8 mi
6m
West Broad Street
1 mi
2m
Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 50.1 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairburn, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
1
Start on US 29; GA 14; GA 92
1.0 mi·2 min·West Broad Street
2
Turn right onto GA 138
1.3 mi·1 min·GA 138
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on GA 138
6.1 mi·9 min·GA 138
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on GA 138
0.8 mi·1 min·GA 138
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on GA 138
1.2 mi·1 min·GA 138
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on GA 138
1.3 mi·1 min·GA 138
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on GA 138
1.5 mi·1 min·GA 138
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto GA 138
2.4 mi·3 min·GA 138
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto GA 138
3.8 mi·6 min·Lake Spivey Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 75 SouthUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
50 mi·54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi·17 min·Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177Toward I 475 South: ValdostaUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
9.6 mi·10 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 146Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner RobinsUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn left
107 ft·7 sec
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Robins A.F.B.
16
Turn left onto GA 247 Connector
6.7 mi·12 min·Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
166 ft·7 sec·Hospital Drive
18
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
0.1 mi·33 sec·Dr. Parihar Drive
19
Turn left onto McAllister Road
374 ft·18 sec·McAllister Road
20
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi·35 sec·Kingsbury Circle
21
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft·2 sec·Trinity Drive
22
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the main highways, especially if you are commuting near the Atlanta metro area. Because the entire trip is just over two hours, you can easily complete it in one go without needing to schedule formal breaks. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when you merge onto the Larry Justice Highway, as you will want to ensure you are topped off before hitting the longer interstate stretches. Utilizing the 50.1-mile stretch on I-75 effectively will help you reach Warner Robins right on schedule.
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 51.4 miles from Fairburn, GA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.1 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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.4 miles or 1h 5m 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 40m
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 Fairburn, 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 Fairburn, GA
This is one driving day of about 102.8 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Fairburn, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 50.1 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 95.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1 mi into trip|~2m in|GA 138
Turn right onto GA 138
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
13.1 mi into trip|~19m in|GA 138
Turn left onto GA 138
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
19.3 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 South
8
69.8 mi into trip|~1h 25m 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
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95.5 mi into trip|~1h 52m 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
$16.08 one way
$32.15 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$17.58
$35.15
premium
$4.70
$19.03
$38.05
diesel
$5.61
$22.70
$45.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.8
0
$10.79
$4.93
Efficient EV
25.7
0
$9.00
$4.11
EV Truck/SUV
41.1
0
$14.39
$6.58
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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
Fairburn, GA
Late night
in Fairburn on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Warner Robins, GA
Late night
in Warner Robins on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 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
5 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
2h 7m 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...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 81.6
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
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...
15 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 10.6
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 76% of your time spent on major thoroughfares like I-75, the Larry Justice Highway, and GA 138. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm on the interstate, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 50.1 miles on I-75. While the route is largely dominated by high-speed highway segments, you will transition between these larger roads and local connectors as you navigate out of Fairburn and into Warner Robins. Expect a functional, no-nonsense road experience that relies on consistent speeds rather than technical turns. It is the kind of drive where you can easily find your pace and maintain it until you reach your destination.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Larry Justice Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near GA 138.
Driving Effort7/10
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 102.8 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 1 miles (GA 138): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (GA 138): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 102.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (GA 138): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (GA 138): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Warner Robins, GA before heading back.
