Lake Park to Augusta is 226.8 miles and takes about 5h 32m via GA 56 and US 25, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey travels entirely within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region toward its eastern edge. Expect a mixed drive with a substantial portion on highways, making it a relatively straightforward trip. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll have ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed, provided you depart with enough daylight.
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
113.4 miles from Lake Park, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
GA 56
38.3 mi
55m
US 25
23.7 mi
31m
South Main Street
20.7 mi
30m
US 221
18.2 mi
24m
Westgreen Road
16.7 mi
25m
Uvalda Highway
16.3 mi
26m
297
14.1 mi
21m
Lakeland Highway
13.9 mi
18m
Longest stretch:
GA 56
— 38.3 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Park, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on North Railroad Avenue
208 ft·11 sec·North Railroad Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.1 mi·13 sec·South Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 41; GA 7; GA 376
9.6 mi·12 min·West Marion Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto US 41; GA 7; GA 31
5.8 mi·8 min·Inner Perimeter Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 221; GA 31
0.8 mi·1 min·East Park Avenue
6
Continue on US 221; GA 31
14 mi·18 min·Lakeland Highway
7
Continue on US 221; GA 31
1.0 mi·1 min·South Valdosta Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122; GA 135
2.6 mi·4 min·West Main Street
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto US 221; GA 31; GA 122
14 mi·19 min·US 221; GA 31; GA 122
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 221; GA 31; GA 64
4.2 mi·5 min·US 221; GA 31; GA 64
11
Turn left onto US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
2.2 mi·3 min·South Main Street
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
0.1 mi·19 sec·South Main Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
14 mi·19 min·South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto US 221; GA 135; GA 158 Truck
2.6 mi·4 min·Bowens Mill Road Southeast
Use the straight lane.
15
At end of road, turn right onto US 221; GA 135
17 mi·25 min·Westgreen Road
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on US 221; GA 135
11 mi·16 min·Douglas Highway
17
Continue on US 221; GA 135
0.9 mi·1 min·South Tallahassee Street
18
Turn right onto US 221; 135; 135 Connector
0.1 mi·15 sec·East Jefferson Street
19
Turn left onto US 221; GA 135
0.7 mi·1 min·South Cromartie Street
20
Continue on US 221; GA 135
458 ft·15 sec·East Plum Street
21
Turn left onto US 23; US 221; US 341; GA 19; GA 27; GA 135
417 ft·12 sec·East Jarman Street
22
Continue on US 23; US 221; US 341; GA 19; GA 27; GA 135
0.2 mi·17 sec·West Coffee Street
23
Turn slight right onto US 221; GA 135
0.8 mi·1 min·North Tallahassee Street
24
Continue on US 221; 135
16 mi·26 min·Uvalda Highway
25
Turn left onto 135
0.3 mi·27 sec·West Broad Street
26
Continue on 135
4.7 mi·7 min·135
27
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 130
6.3 mi·9 min·GA 130
28
Turn right onto GA 130
0.2 mi·23 sec·Pine Street
29
At end of road, turn left onto GA 130
10 mi·14 min·McIntosh Street
30
Continue on 297
14 mi·21 min·297
31
At end of road, turn left onto US 1; GA 4; GA 57
0.4 mi·38 sec·South Main Street
32
Continue on US 1 Business; GA 4 Business
4.2 mi·6 min·South Main Street
33
Continue on US 80; GA 26; GA 56
0.5 mi·48 sec·East Main Street
34
Turn left onto GA 56
38 mi·55 min·GA 56
35
Enter roundabout onto Lovers Lane
156 ft·2 sec·Lovers Lane
36
Continue on Lovers Lane
0.3 mi·30 sec·Lovers Lane
37
Keep slight left at fork
1.8 mi·3 min
38
Turn left onto US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
24 mi·31 min·US 25; GA 121; I 3 FUT
39
Turn left onto Tubman Home Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Tubman Home Road
40
Turn right onto GA 4
0.6 mi·55 sec·Milledgeville Road
41
Turn slight left onto GA 4
1.9 mi·3 min·15th Street
42
Turn right onto GA 4
0.8 mi·1 min·Walton Way
43
Continue on Walton Way
282 ft·12 sec·Walton Way
44
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 32m estimated drive time, departing Lake Park in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. While this is a single-day trip, consider breaking up the 226.8 miles for comfort, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 38.3-mile stretch on GA 56, as services might be less frequent there. The estimated fuel cost of $35 is a helpful budget point for planning this 226.8-mile journey.
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 113.4 miles from Lake Park, GA, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 50 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.4 miles or 2h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lake Park, 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 Lake Park, GA
This is one driving day of about 226.8 miles and 5h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Lake Park, 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 GA 56 for about 38.3 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.7 and 70.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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9.7 mi into trip|~12m in|US 41; GA 7; GA 31 / Inner Perimeter Road
Turn right onto US 41; GA 7; GA 31 / Inner Perimeter Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
31.2 mi into trip|~42m in|US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122; GA 135 / West Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122; GA 135 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
33.8 mi into trip|~46m in|US 221; GA 31; GA 122
Turn left onto US 221; GA 31; GA 122
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
54.4 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
70.6 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|US 221; GA 135 / Westgreen Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 221; GA 135 / Westgreen Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.47 one way
$70.93 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg79 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$38.78
$77.56
premium
$4.70
$41.98
$83.95
diesel
$5.61
$50.07
$100.15
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68
0
$23.81
$10.89
Efficient EV
56.7
0
$19.85
$9.07
EV Truck/SUV
90.7
1
$31.75
$14.52
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lake Park, GA
Late night
in Lake Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, GA
Late night
in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
23 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
5h 32m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a blend of highway and local road experiences, with 38% of the route utilizing faster highways. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 38.3 miles on GA 56, which may feel like a steady, consistent part of your journey. As you transition to US 25 and then South Main Street, the character of the drive will likely evolve, potentially offering more varied scenery or differing speed limits. The 'mixed drive' profile suggests you'll experience both efficient travel and more local road conditions.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.3 mi on GA 56.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in near US 41; GA 7; GA 31 / Inner Perimeter Road.
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 26 significant decision points across 226.8 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 9.7 miles (US 41; GA 7; GA 31 / Inner Perimeter Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles (US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122; GA 135 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.8 miles (US 221; GA 31; GA 122): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 32m. Total distance: 226.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.3 miles on GA 56. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Augusta, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (US 41; GA 7; GA 31 / Inner Perimeter Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles (US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122; GA 135 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.8 miles (US 221; GA 31; GA 122): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Augusta, GA before the return drive.
