Origin
Ohio, GA
Late night in Ohio on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ohio, GA to Scottdale, GA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h
Distance
102.2 mi
165 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ohio, GA
Chris F
Scottdale, GA
Gera Cejas
Trip Overview
This straightforward drive from Ohio, GA to Scottdale, GA covers 102.2 miles and typically takes around 2 hours to complete. It's a great option for a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes I 75, Larry Justice Highway, and Terrell Starr Parkway, with about 71% of the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $16 for this trip. This highway-focused drive keeps you moving efficiently through the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from Ohio, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 49.5 mi | 53m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Terrell Starr Parkway | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | 8 mi | 9m |
| GA 540 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| Peach Parkway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Covington Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| GA 49 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 49.5 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ohio, GA and Scottdale, GA.
1
Start on Lilly Creek Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Lilly Creek Road
2
Turn right onto GA 49; GA 540
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Peach Parkway
3
Continue on GA 49; GA 540
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on GA 49; GA 540
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
GA 49; GA 540
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit onto GA 540
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
GA 540
Toward I 75:north: Macon
Use the left lane.
6
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.
7
Merge onto I 75
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 285 East: Augusta, Greenville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 285
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 43
Toward US 278: Covington Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 278; GA 12
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Covington Highway
13
Continue on US 278; GA 10
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Covington Road
14
Continue on US 278; GA 10
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Avondale Plaza
15
Turn right onto North Clarendon Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Clarendon Avenue
16
Turn slight right onto Church Street
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
Church Street
17
Arrive at destination
Church Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this route is perfectly manageable as a day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aiming to leave in the morning will allow you to arrive with plenty of daylight. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 49.5 miles on I 75, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it’s an economical journey, but it's always wise to start with a full tank to avoid any unnecessary detours in Georgia.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.1 miles from Ohio, GA, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.5 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scottdale, 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 102.2 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Ohio, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 49.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.1 miles from Ohio, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 7.3 and 98.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7.3 mi into trip
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~12m in
|
GA 540
Take the exit onto GA 540 toward I 75:north: Macon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75:north: Macon
8
14.1 mi into trip
|
~20m 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
79.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m 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
89.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m 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
7
98.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward US 278: Covington Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward US 278: Covington Highway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.98 one way
$31.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.47 | $34.95 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.92 | $37.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.56 | $45.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.73 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.94 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Scottdale, GA
Late night in Scottdale on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
82°F
Jackson, GA
51 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
27 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
2h 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.
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 91.6
View on nps.gov
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 17.6
View on nps.gov
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
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,...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
$5
near mile 102.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a highway-focused drive, with 71% of the miles on high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 49.5 miles on I 75, offering a consistent pace. While much of the journey is on major arteries like I 75 and Terrell Starr Parkway, expect some transitions as you navigate to Larry Justice Highway. The road profile suggests a drive where maintaining speed is generally possible, making for a predictable travel experience.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Larry Justice Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near GA 540.
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 9 significant decision points across 102.2 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 7.3 miles (GA 540): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.4 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): 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.
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 Scottdale, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
79.4 mi in
|
~1h 30m
|
via I 675
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 102.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.5 miles on I 75. 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 Scottdale, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (GA 540): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.4 miles (I 675 / Terrell Starr Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Scottdale, GA before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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