Origin
Porterdale, GA
Morning in Porterdale on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Porterdale, GA to Warner Robins, 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
1h 54m
Distance
78.7 mi
127 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Porterdale, GA
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
This 78.7-mile drive from Porterdale, GA to Warner Robins, GA is a straightforward, one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes. Primarily following US 23 and I-75, it's a highway-focused journey through Georgia's Southeast region. With a projected fuel cost of around $12, this route is quite budget-friendly for a single-day excursion. You won't need to break this up overnight; it's a manageable distance for a single day's travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.4 miles from Porterdale, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 25.8 mi | 35m |
| I 75 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| GA 36 | 10 mi | 14m |
| Hawkinsville Road | 8 mi | 11m |
| GA 162 Connector | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| GA 162 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Macon Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| North Davis Drive | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 25.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Porterdale, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
1
Start on GA 81
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto GA 162 Connector
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
GA 162 Connector
Use the left lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto GA 162
121 ft
·
2 sec
·
GA 162
4
Continue on GA 162
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
GA 162
5
At end of road, turn right onto GA 36
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
GA 36
6
Enter roundabout onto GA 36
76 ft
·
1 sec
·
GA 36
7
Continue on GA 36
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
GA 36
8
Turn left onto US 23; GA 16; GA 42
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
East 3rd Street
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 23; GA 42
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Macon Avenue
10
Continue on US 23; GA 42
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Macon Road
11
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
96 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
12
Continue on US 23; GA 87
20 mi
·
26 min
·
US 23; GA 87
13
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
14
Continue on US 23; GA 87
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US 23; GA 87
15
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Riverside Drive
16
Continue on US 23; GA 87
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I-75 South: Macon
18
Merge onto I 75
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 160B
Toward US 41 North, GA 247 North: Rocky Creek Road, Pio Nono Avenue North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn slight right onto Rocky Creek Road
263 ft
·
12 sec
·
Rocky Creek Road
21
Turn left onto US 41; GA 247
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pio Nono Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Enter roundabout onto US 41; US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 247
37 ft
·
0 sec
·
Houston Road
23
Continue on US 41; US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 247
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Houston Road
24
Continue on US 41; US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 247
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Hawkinsville Road
Use the straight lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 129; GA 247
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Hawkinsville Road
Use the straight lane.
26
Turn right onto North Davis Drive
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Davis Drive
Use the right lane.
27
Turn right onto Green Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Street
28
Turn left onto North Pleasant Hill Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pleasant Hill Road
29
Turn right onto GA 247 Connector
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Watson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Turn left onto Draper Street
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Draper Street
31
Turn left onto Kingsbury Circle
373 ft
·
20 sec
·
Kingsbury Circle
32
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
Trinity Drive
33
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, this trip offers flexibility; you can leave anytime and easily complete it within a single day. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel, especially with the longest stretch on US 23 being nearly 26 miles without major services. While there are no mandatory stops suggested, it's always wise to take short breaks to stay alert. Plan your refueling before you start or at a larger junction along I-75 to ensure a smooth journey.
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 39.4 miles from Porterdale, GA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.8 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.4 miles or 58m 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 Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Porterdale, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Porterdale, GA
This is one driving day of about 78.7 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Porterdale, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 23 for about 25.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.4 miles from Porterdale, 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 235 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 69.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
GA 162 Connector
Turn left onto GA 162 Connector
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
GA 36
Enter roundabout onto GA 36
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
22.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 23; GA 16; GA 42 / East 3rd Street
Turn left onto US 23; GA 16; GA 42 / East 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 41 North, GA 247 North: Rocky Creek Road, Pio Nono Avenue North
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 160B
Toward US 41 North, GA 247 North: Rocky Creek R...
6
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 129; GA 247 / Hawkinsville Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.31 one way
$24.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.46 | $26.91 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.57 | $29.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.38 | $34.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Warner Robins, GA
Morning in Warner Robins on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
25 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
1h 54m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a largely highway-focused experience, with 74% of the drive on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.8 miles along US 23, offering a consistent pace. While I-75 provides faster travel for a significant portion, the route incorporates segments on US 23 and GA 36, giving you a mix of highway speeds and slightly more local road feel. It's a practical drive designed for efficient travel.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.8 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 75. You will hit about 23 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near GA 162 Connector.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.7 miles you will encounter 23 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (GA 162 Connector): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (GA 36): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.9 miles (US 23; GA 16; GA 42 / East 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Porterdale, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Pio Nono Avenue North along the way.
Pio Nono Avenue North
64.7 mi in
|
~1h 31m
About the Cities
Arriving in Warner Robins, GA
Full guide →Founded 1942
Warner Robins is a city in Houston County in the Classic Heartland of the American state of Georgia.
Top landmarks
- • Warner Robins Depot — railway station in Warner Robins, the United States of America
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 78.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.8 miles on US 23. 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 Warner Robins, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (GA 162 Connector): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (GA 36): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.9 miles (US 23; GA 16; GA 42 / East 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Warner Robins, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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