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Trip from Moultrie, GA to Gainesville, GA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 50m

Distance

255 mi

410 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 37m ★
6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 18m
10 AM
5h 0m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 43m

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

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city in and the county seat of Colquitt County, Georgia, United States

Moultrie, GA

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county seat of Hall County, Georgia, United States

Gainesville, GA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Moultrie to Gainesville covers 255 miles through the heart of Georgia, typically taking about 4 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Because this is a highway-focused route, it is perfectly manageable as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $41 on fuel, making it a relatively budget-friendly journey for a solo driver or a small group. You will navigate via US 319, I-75, and Lanier Parkway, transitioning from the southern part of the state toward the north. Whether you are heading up for business or a change of scenery, the route is direct and efficient. It is a solid, no-nonsense path that gets you from Point A to Point B without unnecessary detours.

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

127.5 miles from Moultrie, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 143.8 mi 2h 34m
US 319 21.4 mi 31m
Lanier Parkway 19.7 mi 21m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter 17.3 mi 19m
Larry Justice Highway 15.9 mi 17m
Interstate Highway 85 15.4 mi 16m
Terrell Starr Parkway 10.1 mi 11m
Tifton Highway 3.4 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 143.8 mi, about 2h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Moultrie, GA and Gainesville, GA.

1

Start on GA 37

314 ft · 9 sec · West Central Avenue
2

Turn right onto 1st Street Northwest

372 ft · 14 sec · 1st Street Northwest
Use the right lane.
3

Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northwest

381 ft · 20 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest
4

Turn left onto US 319 Business; GA 33

1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
5

Continue on US 319 Business; GA 33

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Tifton Highway
6

Enter roundabout onto US 319 Business; GA 33

124 ft · 5 sec · Tifton Highway
7

Continue on US 319 Business; GA 33

3.2 mi · 4 min · Tifton Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8

Continue on US 319; GA 35

21 mi · 30 min · US 319; GA 35
9

Continue on US 319; GA 35

330 ft · 15 sec · US 319; GA 35
Use the straight lane.
10

Turn left onto US 82; GA 520

484 ft · 17 sec · 7th Street West
Use the left lane.
11

Turn left

0.3 mi · 27 sec
Use the left lane.
12

Merge onto I 75

94 mi · 1 hr 41 min · I 75
Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 475

16 mi · 17 min · Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156 Toward I 475 North: Atlanta Use the slight left lane.
14

Merge onto I 75

49 mi · 53 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 675

10 mi · 11 min · Terrell Starr Parkway
Exit 227 Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17

Merge onto I 285

17 mi · 19 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 52 sec
Exit 33 Toward I 85: Greenville, Atlanta Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight right at fork

520 ft · 6 sec
Toward I 85 North: Greenville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 85 North: Greenville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Merge onto I 85

1.2 mi · 1 min · Northeast Expressway
22

Continue on I 85

15 mi · 16 min · Interstate Highway 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight right at fork onto I 85

0.5 mi · 33 sec · I 85
24

Keep slight left at fork onto I 985

20 mi · 21 min · Lanier Parkway
Exit 113 Toward I 985 North: Gainesville Use the slight left / straight lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 20 Toward GA 60, GA 53: Candler Road, Gainesville Use the slight right lane.
26

At end of road, turn left onto GA 60

2.1 mi · 3 min · Queen City Parkway
27

Turn right onto GA 60; GA 369

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Jesse Jewell Parkway Southwest
28

Turn right onto Green Street

36 ft · 1 sec · Green Street
29

Arrive at destination

Green Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 50-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since you have a significant 143.8-mile stretch on I-75, try to time your break to coincide with the end of that segment to keep your energy levels steady. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid potential traffic bottlenecks as you approach the Gainesville area. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the long interstate portion, as relying on major service stops along I-75 will help you stay within your $41 budget. Above all, maintain a consistent pace to ensure you reach your destination without feeling fatigued from the long highway miles.

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 127.5 miles from Moultrie, GA, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 143.8 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 56 miles or 1h 11m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 127.5 miles or 2h 28m 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 59m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gainesville, GA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Moultrie, 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 Moultrie, GA

This is one driving day of about 255 miles and 4h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Moultrie, 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 for about 143.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of Butts County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jackson, GA

128 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

Ashburn, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Macon, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 127.5 miles from Moultrie, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 143.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Starbucks

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Forsyth, Georgia

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 145.7

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+14787582001

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Beans & Strings

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Moultrie, Georgia

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12299850093

Cafe 41

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Vienna, Georgia

2.3 mi

Starbucks

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 145.7

Forsyth, Georgia

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+14787582001

Visit website

Starbucks

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 218.6

Norcross, Georgia

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+17707340364

Visit website

Beans & Strings

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Moultrie, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12299850093

Cafe 41

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 72.9

Vienna, Georgia

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12294173434

Between Friends Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.3

Warner Robins, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+14789516172

Visit website

7 Leaves Cafe (Georgia)

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour Inexpensiv mile 218.6

Duluth, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+16786910704

Visit website

Mozart Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 218.6

Atlanta, Georgia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17709868802

Visit website

Main Street Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Moultrie, Georgia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 236.8

Buford, Georgia

Hours: 4–8 pm

+18009604778

Visit website

Ellis Brothers Pecans Inc

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 72.9

Vienna, Georgia

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+18006350616

Visit website

Cotton Museum

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 72.9

Vienna, Georgia

+12292682045

Visit website

Museum of Arts and Sciences

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 127.5

Macon, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14784773232

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 120.8 and 232.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
120.8 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in | I 475 / Larry Justice Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 156 Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
9
186.1 mi into trip | ~3h 31m in | I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 227 Toward I 675 North: Augusta, Greenville
8
196.3 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
8
214.2 mi into trip | ~4h 4m in

Take the exit toward I 85: Greenville, Atlanta

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 33 Toward I 85: Greenville, Atlanta
8
232.5 mi into trip | ~4h 24m in | I 985 / Lanier Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 985 / Lanier Parkway toward I 985 North: Gainesville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 113 Toward I 985 North: Gainesville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.88 one way

$79.75 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 89 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $43.60 $87.20
premium $4.70 $47.20 $94.39
diesel $5.61 $56.30 $112.60

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 89.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 76.5 0 $26.78 $12.24
Efficient EV 63.8 0 $22.31 $10.20
EV Truck/SUV 102 1 $35.70 $16.32

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 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 15, 2026

Origin

Moultrie, GA

Night in Moultrie on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Gainesville, GA

Night in Gainesville on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Jackson, GA

128 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

4 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 50m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive dominated by high-speed travel, as 84% of your journey takes place on major highways. The primary challenge is the long, uninterrupted 143.8-mile stretch on I-75, which requires steady focus and patience behind the wheel. While the initial leg involves US 319, the transition to the interstate creates a shift in pace, moving from local roads to a more consistent, high-velocity environment. By the time you reach Lanier Parkway, the character of the road begins to settle into the final approach toward Gainesville. It is a functional, highway-heavy experience that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, scenic backroads.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 143.8 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 319. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 120.8 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 255 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 120.8 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.1 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Moultrie, GA and Gainesville, GA, road signs point toward Greenville and Atlanta.

Greenville

186.1 mi in | ~3h 31m | via I 675

Atlanta

214.2 mi in | ~4h 4m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 50m. Total distance: 255 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 143.8 miles on I 75. 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 Gainesville, 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 120.8 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.1 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Gainesville, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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