If you are planning a trip from Ohio to Alma, Georgia, expect a straightforward journey covering 125.5 miles. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes of drive time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it is an affordable route that connects two Southeast communities without requiring an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 341, the Alma Highway, and Main Street to reach your destination. While the trip is relatively short, the mixed-drive profile ensures you get a variety of road conditions throughout the 125.5-mile span. It is a manageable trek that fits perfectly into a weekend schedule or a quick weekday run.
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
62.7 miles from Ohio, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 341
54.6 mi
1h 13m
Alma Highway
17.6 mi
26m
Main Street
10.9 mi
14m
I 75
7.7 mi
8m
US 1
6.3 mi
7m
Perry Highway
5.5 mi
6m
Lumber City Highway
5.3 mi
7m
North Perry Parkway
4.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 341
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ohio, GA and Alma, GA.
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Start on Lilly Creek Road
0.9 mi·3 min·Lilly Creek Road
2
Turn right onto GA 49; GA 540
1.5 mi·1 min·Peach Parkway
3
Turn right onto GA 247 Connector
2.1 mi·2 min·Centerville Road
4
Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector
154 ft·5 sec·Centerville Road
Toward Centerville
5
Continue on GA 247 Connector
0.6 mi·52 sec·Centerville Road
Toward Centerville
6
Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector
142 ft·2 sec·Centerville Road
7
Continue on GA 247 Connector
0.3 mi·24 sec·Centerville Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I-75 South: Valdosta
9
Merge onto I 75
7.7 mi·8 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 138Toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
150 ft·5 sec
Toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Houston County Justice Center, HawkinsvilleUse the slight left lane.
12
Turn straight onto US 341; GA 11 Conn
4.4 mi·6 min·North Perry Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 341; GA 11
6.3 mi·8 min·Main Street
Use the left lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 341; GA 11
0.2 mi·22 sec·Golden Isles Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 341; GA 11
4.6 mi·5 min·Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on US 341; GA 11
5.5 mi·6 min·Perry Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 129; US 341; GA 11
1.7 mi·2 min·341 Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn left onto GA 26
1.0 mi·2 min·Commerce Street
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257
0.7 mi·1 min·Broad Street
20
Continue on US 341; GA 27
16 mi·20 min·US 341; GA 27
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 341; GA 27
0.9 mi·1 min·Hawkinsville Highway
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 341; GA 27
38 mi·53 min·US 341; GA 27
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 19; GA 27
5.3 mi·7 min·Lumber City Highway
24
Continue on US 23; US 341; GA 19; GA 27
0.9 mi·1 min·West Coffee Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn slight right onto US 221; 135
246 ft·4 sec·Hazlehurst Denton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Continue on US 221; GA 135
0.8 mi·1 min·North Tallahassee Street
27
Turn left onto US 221; 135; 135 Connector
0.8 mi·1 min·East Jefferson Street
28
Continue on GA 135 Connector
424 ft·7 sec·Alma Road
29
Continue on US 23; GA 19
18 mi·26 min·Alma Highway
30
Turn right onto US 1; US 23; GA 4
6.3 mi·7 min·US 1; US 23; GA 4
31
Turn left onto GA 32
89 ft·1 sec·East 16th Street
32
Arrive at destination
GA 32
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip with a 2-hour and 52-minute duration, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule. You should plan for at least one stop during the journey to break up the drive and refuel, keeping your $20 budget in mind. Because US 341 makes up the majority of your time on the road, monitor your speed carefully as you transition into the local speed zones on Main Street. Taking advantage of the shorter duration allows you to arrive in Alma refreshed rather than fatigued. Aim to head out during off-peak hours if you prefer a quieter drive, as this helps you maintain a consistent pace across the entire 125.5-mile distance.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.7 miles from Ohio, GA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 28 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.7 miles or 1h 24m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alma, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ohio, 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 Ohio, GA
This is one driving day of about 125.5 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Ohio, 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 US 341 for about 54.6 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.5 and 55.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.5 mi into trip|~8m in|GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road
Enter roundabout onto GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road toward Centerville
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward Centerville
8
13.3 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the exit toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway
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 138
Toward US 341, GA 11 Conn: Perry Parkway
9
13.6 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Houston County Justice Center, Hawkinsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 341, GA 11 Connector: Houston County...
6
18 mi into trip|~25m in|US 341; GA 11 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 341; GA 11 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
55.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|US 341; GA 27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 341; GA 27
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.63 one way
$39.25 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$21.46
$42.92
premium
$4.70
$23.23
$46.45
diesel
$5.61
$27.71
$55.42
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.7
0
$13.18
$6.02
Efficient EV
31.4
0
$10.98
$5.02
EV Truck/SUV
50.2
0
$17.57
$8.03
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Ohio, GA
Late night
in Ohio on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Alma, GA
Late night
in Alma on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
7 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
2h 52m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 4.3
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 125.5-mile route offers a balanced mix of road types, with about 59% of the trip consisting of highway driving. You will settle into a steady rhythm on US 341, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 54.6 miles, giving you plenty of time to find your cruise control. As you transition between the highway sections and the local segments along the Alma Highway and Main Street, the personality of the drive shifts from open stretches to more localized traffic. Expect a varied experience behind the wheel as you navigate these changing road environments. The path is designed for those who appreciate a blend of faster highway travel followed by the more measured pace of local roads as you approach Alma.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.6 mi on US 341.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 4.5 miles in near GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 125.5 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 4.5 miles (GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 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.
On the drive from Ohio, GA to Alma, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Hawkinsville along the way.
Hawkinsville
13.6 mi in|~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 125.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.6 miles on US 341. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Alma, 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 4.5 miles (GA 247 Connector / Centerville Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Alma, GA before heading back.
