Kingsland, GA to Ohio, GA is 212.4 miles and takes about 4h 27m via I 75 Business, US 82, and US 1, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, both starting and ending in Georgia. It's a straightforward, mostly highway route that's perfect for a single-day excursion. You'll find it's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to cover this distance without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106.2 miles from Kingsland, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75 Business
77.3 mi
1h 22m
US 82
55.8 mi
1h 9m
US 1
33.9 mi
41m
West King Street
18.8 mi
28m
Albany Highway
6.6 mi
7m
South Georgia Parkway
5.6 mi
6m
GA 96
3.8 mi
5m
Carswell Avenue
3.7 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 75 Business
— 77.3 mi, about 1h 22m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,794 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,861
Quietest
2 AM
~333 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsland, GA and Ohio, GA.
1
Start on GA 40
123 ft·4 sec·East King Avenue
2
Continue on GA 40
19 mi·28 min·West King Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto GA 40 Connector
1.3 mi·2 min·Indian Trail
4
Turn right onto US 1; US 23; US 301; GA 4; GA 15; GA 23; GA 121
1.7 mi·2 min·US 1; US 23; US 301; GA 4; GA 15; GA 23; GA 121
5
Continue on US 1; US 23; GA 4; GA 15; GA 121
32 mi·39 min·US 1; US 23; GA 4; GA 15; GA 121
Toward US 1 North, US 23 North: WaycrossUse the straight lane.
6
Continue on Carswell Avenue
3.7 mi·6 min·Carswell Avenue
7
Turn right onto US 1; US 23; US 82; GA 4; GA 520
5.6 mi·6 min·South Georgia Parkway
8
Continue on US 82; GA 520
6.6 mi·7 min·Albany Highway
9
Continue on US 82; GA 520
3.4 mi·3 min·US 82; GA 520
10
Continue on US 82; GA 520
5.1 mi·6 min·US 82; GA 520
11
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.6 mi·5 min·US 82; GA 520
12
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.5 mi·6 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 82; GA 520
21 mi·24 min·US 82; GA 520
14
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.7 mi·1 min·US 82; GA 520
15
Continue on US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
1.1 mi·1 min·US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
16
Continue on US 82; GA 520
15 mi·18 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
0.7 mi·1 min·US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit onto East 2nd Street
1.0 mi·2 min·East 2nd Street
19
Turn right onto Forrest Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·Forrest Avenue
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
459 ft·11 sec·West 12th Street
21
Continue on US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7
0.7 mi·1 min·US Highway 41 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Take the ramp onto I 75 Business
77 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 75 Business
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 142Toward GA 96: Housers Mill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn left onto GA 96
3.8 mi·5 min·GA 96
25
Turn right onto Brock Road
1.0 mi·3 min·Brock Road
26
Continue on Brock Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Brock Road
27
Turn right onto Lilly Creek Road
1.1 mi·4 min·Lilly Creek Road
28
Arrive at destination
Lilly Creek Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4h 27m drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential midday traffic, especially since it's a single-day trip. With only one stop recommended and a fuel cost around $33, you have a lot of flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch on I 75 Business is over 77 miles, so ensure you're fueled up before entering that segment. Since you're staying within Georgia, you won't need to worry about crossing state lines or different road regulations.
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 106.2 miles from Kingsland, GA, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.3 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 47 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.2 miles or 2h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ohio, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kingsland, 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 Kingsland, GA
This is one driving day of about 212.4 miles and 4h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Kingsland, 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 Business for about 77.3 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.9 and 209.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
21.9 mi into trip|~32m in|US 1; US 23; GA 4; GA 15; GA 121
Continue onto US 1; US 23; GA 4; GA 15; GA 121 toward US 1 North, US 23 North: Waycross
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 1 North, US 23 North: Waycross
4
127.6 mi into trip|~2h 46m in|US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street
Navigation decision point
5
128.4 mi into trip|~2h 48m in|I 75 Business
Take the ramp onto I 75 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
205.7 mi into trip|~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward GA 96: Housers Mill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 142
Toward GA 96: Housers Mill Road
4
209.9 mi into trip|~4h 17m in|Brock Road
Turn right onto Brock Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.36 one way
$62.72 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$34.46
$68.92
premium
$4.49
$37.56
$75.13
diesel
$4.80
$40.11
$80.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.7
0
$22.30
$10.20
Efficient EV
53.1
0
$18.59
$8.50
EV Truck/SUV
85
1
$29.74
$13.59
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Kingsland, GA
Late night
in Kingsland on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear
S 2 to 7 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 7:33PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 7:22PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Ohio, GA
Late night
in Ohio on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 0 to 5 mph44% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 7:33PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 7:22PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
90°F
Douglas, GA
106 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
3 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
4h 27m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Cumberland Island National Seashore
National Seashore
St Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Here pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man an...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
$15
Caution: Scam Warning - Book ferry tickets through concessioner site only
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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 212.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 83% of the 212.4 miles being interstate or major highway. Expect a longest stretch of 77.3 miles on I 75 Business, indicating a significant period of consistent cruising. As you transition off the main highways, you'll likely notice a change in road type and potentially more local traffic as you approach your destination. The profile is mostly highway, so plan for fewer, more spread-out exits for a good portion of the trip.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.3 mi on I 75 Business.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 Business and US 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 21.9 miles in near US 1; US 23; GA 4; GA 15; GA 121.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 27m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 21.9 miles (US 1; US 23; GA 4; GA 15; GA 121): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.6 miles (US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 128.4 miles (I 75 Business): Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 77.3 miles on I 75 Business. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.9 miles (US 1; US 23; GA 4; GA 15; GA 121): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.6 miles (US 41; I 75 Business; GA 7 / West 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 128.4 miles (I 75 Business): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cumberland Island National Seashore and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Ohio, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
