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Trip from Peachtree Corners, GA to Bainbridge, GA

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

Drive Time

5h 1m

Distance

256.5 mi

413 km

Drive Score

10/10

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 48m ★
6 AM
5h 2m
8 AM
5h 29m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 8m
3 PM
5h 12m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 54m

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

city in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States of America

Peachtree Corners, GA

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county seat of Decatur County, Georgia, United States

Bainbridge, GA

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Trip Overview

Peachtree Corners to Bainbridge is 256.5 miles and takes about 5h 1m via US 27 and I 85, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving from the Southeast region down to the southern part of the state. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it a solid choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B. Plan for a single day of travel; the duration and distance are manageable without needing an overnight stop.

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

128.3 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 27 71.7 mi 1h 27m
Chet Atkins Parkway 50.5 mi 55m
I 85 46.9 mi 50m
Martha Berry Highway 36.3 mi 42m
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter 30.2 mi 35m
Victory Drive 11.6 mi 15m
Peachtree Industrial Boulevard 3.5 mi 4m
Peachtree Parkway Northwest 1.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: US 27 — 71.7 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Peachtree Corners, GA and Bainbridge, GA.

1

Start on GA 141

1.8 mi · 3 min · Peachtree Parkway Northwest
Use the straight lane.
2

Take the exit onto GA 141

0.2 mi · 15 sec · GA 141
Toward GA 141 South: Doraville, Chamblee
3

Merge onto GA 141

3.5 mi · 4 min · Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto I 285

30 mi · 35 min · Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Exit 61 Toward I 85 North, I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Atlanta, Columbus, Montgomery
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 85 South: Columbus, Montgomery Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8

Merge onto I 85

47 mi · 50 min · I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 185

51 mi · 55 min · Chet Atkins Parkway
Exit 21 Toward I 185 South: Columbus Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 1A Toward US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA 520 East: Cusseta, Albany
11

Merge onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520

12 mi · 15 min · Victory Drive
12

Continue on Martha Berry Highway

36 mi · 42 min · Martha Berry Highway
13

Continue on US 27; GA 1

38 mi · 45 min · US 27; GA 1
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on US 27; GA 1

1.7 mi · 1 min · US 27; GA 1
Use the left / straight lanes.
15

Continue on US 27; GA 1

3.9 mi · 4 min · US 27; GA 1
Use the left / straight lanes.
16

Continue on US 27; GA 1

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 27; GA 1
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on US 27; GA 1

1.9 mi · 2 min · US 27; GA 1
18

Continue on US 27; GA 1

25 mi · 31 min · US 27; GA 1
Use the left / straight lanes.
19

Take the exit onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business

0.2 mi · 16 sec · US 27 Business; GA 1 Business
Toward US 84 West, US 27 Business: Bainbridge, Donalsonville
20

Turn left onto US 84; US 27 Business; GA 38; GA 1 Business

1.8 mi · 2 min · Dothan Road
21

Turn right onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business; GA 97; GA 309

0.4 mi · 41 sec · North Broad Street
22

Arrive at destination

South Broad Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour drive time, starting your trip in Peachtree Corners in the morning is ideal, allowing you to arrive in Bainbridge with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have flexibility in your pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 71.7-mile stretch on US 27, as services might be more spaced out. The $40 fuel cost is an estimate, so checking current prices before you depart is always a good idea.

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 128.3 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.7 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 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 128.3 miles or 2h 25m 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 4m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Peachtree Corners, 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 Peachtree Corners, GA

This is one driving day of about 256.5 miles and 5h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Peachtree Corners, 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 27 for about 71.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbus, 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

Newnan, GA

Fuel and coffee

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

Columbus, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.3 miles from Peachtree Corners, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.7 miles.

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 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 134.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
5.4 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga

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. Toward I 285 West: Marietta, Chattanooga
6
36 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward I 85 North, I 85 South: Airport Domestic, Atlanta, Columbus, Montgomery

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

Exit 61 Toward I 85 North, I 85 South: Airport Domestic...
8
36.2 mi into trip | ~44m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 85 South: Columbus, Montgomery

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 85 South: Columbus, Montgomery
8
83.9 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in | I 185 / Chet Atkins Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 185 / Chet Atkins Parkway toward I 185 South: Columbus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 21 Toward I 185 South: Columbus
6
134.4 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Take the exit toward US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA 520 East: Cusseta, Albany

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

Exit 1A Toward US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.11 one way

$80.22 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $43.86 $87.71
premium $4.70 $47.47 $94.95
diesel $5.61 $56.63 $113.26

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: 89.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 77 0 $26.93 $12.31
Efficient EV 64.1 0 $22.44 $10.26
EV Truck/SUV 102.6 1 $35.91 $16.42

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Peachtree Corners, GA

Late night in Peachtree Corners on Sunday

Local time

12:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bainbridge, GA

Late night in Bainbridge on Sunday

Local time

12:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Columbus, 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

5h 1m 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?

This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll experience stretches on US 27 and I 85, offering a consistent pace for most of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 71.7 miles on US 27, which should allow you to settle into a rhythm. Expect a blend of faster highway driving and potentially some more local road conditions as you navigate between these main arteries.

67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71.7 mi on US 27.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and Chet Atkins Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in.

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 13 significant decision points across 256.5 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 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.2 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 Peachtree Corners, GA and Bainbridge, GA, road signs point toward Atlanta, Columbus, Montgomery and Albany.

Atlanta

36 mi in | ~44m

Columbus

36 mi in | ~44m

Montgomery

36 mi in | ~44m

Albany

134.4 mi in | ~2h 31m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 1m. Total distance: 256.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 71.7 miles on US 27. 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 Bainbridge, 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 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bainbridge, GA before the return drive.

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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