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Trip from Greensboro, GA to Augusta, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 27m

Distance

74.5 mi

120 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 20m ★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m

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

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Downtown Greensboro, GA, GA

Greensboro, GA

Kristopher Hines

consolidated city-county in Richmond County, Georgia, United States

Augusta, GA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 74.5 miles, this straightforward trip from Greensboro to Augusta takes approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes. You will primarily navigate via East Broad Street, GA 15 South, and I-20 East, making it an efficient connection within the Southeast region. Budgeting about $12 for fuel should cover the journey comfortably, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. Whether you are heading to Augusta for business or a change of scenery, the trip provides a seamless transition between these two Georgia locations.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Carl Sanders Highway 61.1 mi 1h 5m
GA 15 6.6 mi 9m
Calhoun Expressway 2.7 mi 3m
Washington Road 2.4 mi 4m
GA 77 0.4 mi <1m
11th Street 0.4 mi <1m
East Broad Street 0.2 mi <1m
Greene Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Carl Sanders Highway — 61.1 mi, about 1h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, GA and Augusta, GA.

1

Start on GA 44

79 ft · 6 sec · South Main Street
2

Turn right onto US 278; GA 12; GA 15; GA 44

0.2 mi · 36 sec · East Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Turn slight right onto GA 15

6.6 mi · 9 min · GA 15
Toward GA 15 South: Sparta
4

Turn left onto GA 77

0.4 mi · 48 sec · GA 77
Use the straight / left lanes.
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I-20 East: Augusta
6

Merge onto I 20

61 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Carl Sanders Highway
Use the straight lane.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 199 Toward GA 28: Augusta
8

Keep slight right at fork

481 ft · 11 sec
9

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Road
10

Turn straight onto GA 28

2.7 mi · 3 min · Calhoun Expressway
11

Continue on GA 28

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Greene Street
12

Turn right onto 11th Street

0.4 mi · 44 sec · 11th Street
13

Turn right onto Walton Way

225 ft · 3 sec · Walton Way
14

Arrive at destination

Walton Way

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Thomson, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Thomson, GA

37 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

Union Point, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Thomson, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.3 miles from Greensboro, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Carl Sanders Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.1 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 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 68.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 278; GA 12; GA 15; GA 44 / East Broad Street

Turn right onto US 278; GA 12; GA 15; GA 44 / East Broad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
6.8 mi into trip | ~10m in | GA 77

Turn left onto GA 77

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
5
7.6 mi into trip | ~12m in | I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway

Merge onto I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
68.6 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Take the exit toward GA 28: Augusta

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 199 Toward GA 28: Augusta
5
68.9 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.65 one way

$23.30 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $12.74 $25.48
premium $4.70 $13.79 $27.58
diesel $5.61 $16.45 $32.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$12

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.3 0 $7.82 $3.58
Efficient EV 18.6 0 $6.52 $2.98
EV Truck/SUV 29.8 0 $10.43 $4.77

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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

Greensboro, GA

Morning in Greensboro on Tuesday

Local time

9:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Mostly Clear

0 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

Augusta, GA

Morning in Augusta on Tuesday

Local time

9:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Mostly Clear

0 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

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

2 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

1h 27m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition from local roads onto the interstate. While the route covers significant ground, it is defined by its technical nature rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will find that the character of the road shifts as you leave Greensboro and merge onto the primary transit corridors. Because this is not a high-speed highway-exclusive path, you should prepare for a varied driving experience that requires shifting gears and navigating multiple road types. Stay alert, as the winding sections through the local landscape offer a different pace compared to the final stretch on I-20 East.

Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.1 mi on Carl Sanders Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 278; GA 12; GA 15; GA 44 / East Broad Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 74.5 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 278; GA 12; GA 15; GA 44 / East Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (GA 77): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles (I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in Augusta, GA

Full guide →

Augusta is a city in Georgia's Classic Heartland. Due to its location inland on the Savannah River, Augusta was a city of major strategic importance by the end of the Civil War. It was spared most of the destruction of many other southern cities, so there are many old buildings and landmarks. Augusta is also home to the Augusta National Golf Club, one of the world's most prestigious and exclusive golf clubs, which plays host to the Masters golf tournament.

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 1h 27m. Total distance: 74.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (13%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 61.1 miles on Carl Sanders Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 278; GA 12; GA 15; GA 44 / East Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (GA 77): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles (I 20 / Carl Sanders Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Augusta, 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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