Origin
Grovetown, GA
Morning in Grovetown on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grovetown, GA to Augusta, 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
22m
Distance
14.4 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grovetown, GA
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Augusta, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling the 16.5 miles from Grovetown to Augusta is a quick, straightforward commute that takes about 23 minutes. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Georgia, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the journey. This trip is easily manageable as a day outing, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly option for your schedule. Whether you are heading into the city for work or personal errands, the drive offers a direct connection between the two areas without the need for extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gordon Highway | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| Wrightsboro Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| East Robinson Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Highland Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 13th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Richard Algernon Dent Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Walton Way | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Gordon Highway
— 7.7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grovetown, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on GA 223
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Robinson Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 78; US 278; GA 10
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Gordon Highway
3
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Highland Avenue
4
Turn right onto Wrightsboro Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Wrightsboro Road
5
Continue on Richard Algernon Dent Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Richard Algernon Dent Boulevard
6
Continue on 13th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
13th Street
7
Turn right onto Walton Way
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Walton Way
8
Continue on Walton Way
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
Walton Way
9
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 9.4 and 14.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
9.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Highland Avenue
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
10.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Wrightsboro Road
Turn right onto Wrightsboro Road
Navigation decision point
4
14.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Walton Way
Turn right onto Walton Way
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.25 one way
$4.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.46 | $4.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.67 | $5.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Augusta, GA
Morning in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
SW 6 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
4 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
22m 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 rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of local thoroughfares, including Gordon Highway, Highland Avenue, and Wrightsboro Road, which require your full attention behind the wheel. Because the longest stretch on Gordon Highway is effectively zero miles, you should prepare for a drive defined by frequent stops and turns. The road’s personality is strictly urban and suburban, lacking the monotony of long-distance highway travel. Stay alert as you transition between these local roads, as the pace of the drive remains constant from start to finish.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.7 mi on Gordon Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.4 miles in near Highland Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Grovetown, GA to Augusta, GA is easy. At 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.4 miles (Highland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (Wrightsboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles (Walton Way): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
539 ft
140 ft
Total Climb
193 ft
Total Descent
593 ft
Highest Point
539 ft
~1 mi in
Elevation Range
399 ft
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 22m. Total distance: 14.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.7 miles on Gordon 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: at 9.4 miles (Highland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (Wrightsboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles (Walton Way): Navigation decision point.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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