Nelson, GA to Warner Robins, GA is 154.7 miles and takes about 3h 2m via I 75 and Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, traversing the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive that offers a mixed experience, balancing highway speeds with some local road time. For a journey under 4 hours, you'll find it manageable for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.4 miles from Nelson, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
64.8 mi
1h 11m
Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
21.1 mi
22m
Larry Justice Highway
16.1 mi
17m
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
10.3 mi
11m
Fall Line Freeway
9.6 mi
10m
Horace E Tate Freeway
7.3 mi
8m
Watson Boulevard
6.7 mi
12m
A P D Highway
6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 64.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nelson, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
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Start on Dogwood Pass
17 ft·8 sec·Dogwood Pass
2
Turn left onto Blue Ridge Avenue
517 ft·23 sec·Blue Ridge Avenue
3
Turn left onto Kennesaw Avenue
0.2 mi·39 sec·Kennesaw Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto Canton Road
0.3 mi·26 sec·Canton Road
5
Continue on Ball Ground Highway
2.0 mi·2 min·Ball Ground Highway
6
Continue on GA 372; GA 5 Business
0.8 mi·1 min·Canton Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on GA 5 Business
0.8 mi·1 min·Ball Ground Highway
8
Turn right onto GA 5 Business
0.4 mi·39 sec·Howell Bridge Road
9
Take the ramp onto GA 5 Business
0.4 mi·52 sec·GA 5 Business
10
Merge onto I 575; GA 5
6.0 mi·6 min·A P D Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 575; GA 5
10 mi·10 min·Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 575; GA 5
11 mi·11 min·Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 75; GA 5
10 mi·11 min·Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on I 75
7.3 mi·8 min·Horace E Tate Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 75; I 85
5.0 mi·6 min·Downtown Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi·3 min·James Wendell George Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi·17 min·Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177Toward I 475 South: ValdostaUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
9.6 mi·10 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 146Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner RobinsUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn left
107 ft·7 sec
Toward GA 247 Connector East: Robins A.F.B.
22
Turn left onto GA 247 Connector
6.7 mi·12 min·Watson Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
166 ft·7 sec·Hospital Drive
24
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
0.1 mi·33 sec·Dr. Parihar Drive
25
Turn left onto McAllister Road
374 ft·18 sec·McAllister Road
26
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi·35 sec·Kingsbury Circle
27
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft·2 sec·Trinity Drive
28
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 2 minutes, departing in the morning allows ample time to reach Warner Robins well before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $24, this is an easy one-day drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before the longest stretch of 64.8 miles on I 75, as services can sometimes be spread out. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can depart whenever it's most convenient for you.
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 77.4 miles from Nelson, GA, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.8 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.4 miles or 1h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nelson, 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 Nelson, GA
This is one driving day of about 154.7 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Nelson, 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 64.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 147.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Blue Ridge Avenue
Turn left onto Blue Ridge Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
21 mi into trip|~25m in|I 575; GA 5 / Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 575; GA 5 / Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
56.9 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
121.7 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
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147.4 mi into trip|~2h 47m in
Take the exit toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Robins
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 146
Toward GA 247 Connector: Centerville, Warner Ro...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.19 one way
$48.38 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$26.45
$52.90
premium
$4.70
$28.63
$57.26
diesel
$5.61
$34.16
$68.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.4
0
$16.24
$7.43
Efficient EV
38.7
0
$13.54
$6.19
EV Truck/SUV
61.9
0
$21.66
$9.90
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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
Nelson, GA
Late night
in Nelson on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Warner Robins, GA
Late night
in Warner Robins on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive 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
62°F
College Park, GA
77 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
31 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
3h 2m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
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...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 133.5
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a mixed drive, with 55% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a 64.8-mile stretch on I 75, providing a consistent, faster pace for a significant portion of the trip. Expect the road to shift from the quicker interstate speeds to roads like Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway and Larry Justice Highway, which may offer a different driving feel. Overall, it’s not an intense interstate grind, nor is it purely winding backroads; it’s a practical blend.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 early in the drive near Blue Ridge Avenue.
Driving Effort9/10
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 16 significant decision points across 154.7 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: near the start (Blue Ridge Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (I 575; GA 5 / Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 154.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.8 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 Warner Robins, 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: near the start (Blue Ridge Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (I 575; GA 5 / Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Warner Robins, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
