Origin
Springfield, GA
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 38m
Distance
132.5 mi
213 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, GA
Kelly
This 132.5-mile drive from Springfield, GA to Warner Robins, GA is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 38 minutes. With about 65% of the journey on highways, it's a practical option for getting between these two Southeast Georgia locations. The estimated fuel cost for this route is $21, making it an economical choice. You'll find the drive to be primarily highway-focused, allowing for efficient travel. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip without the need for an overnight stop.
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
66.2 miles from Springfield, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 64.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| 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 |
| Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway | 7.1 mi | 7m |
| Watson Boulevard | 6.7 mi | 12m |
| Downtown Connector | 5 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
Start on Caliber Court
Turn right onto Springfield Drive
Turn right onto GA 92
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 575; GA 5
Merge onto I 75; GA 5
Continue on I 75
Continue on I 75; I 85
Continue on I 75; I 85
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
Take the exit
Turn left
Turn left onto GA 247 Connector
Turn right onto Hospital Drive
Continue on Dr. Parihar Drive
Turn left onto McAllister Road
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
Arrive at destination
Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. With a total duration of about 2 hours and 38 minutes, you can comfortably complete this trip in one go. While there's only one suggested stop, you might want to plan a brief break midway, especially during the 64.8-mile stretch on I 75. Keep in mind the $21 fuel cost and ensure your tank is sufficiently full before leaving Springfield, GA. The highway-focused nature of this route means you can maintain a steady pace, so a single stop is likely all you'll need.
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.
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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.2 miles or 1h 19m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Springfield, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Springfield, GA
This is one driving day of about 132.5 miles and 2h 38m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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.
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 66.2 miles from Springfield, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 125.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 575 South, GA 5 South: Marietta, Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 575; GA 5 / Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Regular Gas
$20.72 one way
$41.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.66 | $45.31 |
| premium | $4.70 | $24.52 | $49.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.25 | $58.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.91 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.59 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.55 | $8.48 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Warner Robins on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 132.5-mile journey, with 65% of your time spent on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 64.8 miles on I 75, offering a period of consistent cruising. You'll primarily navigate on I 75, Larry Justice Highway, and Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes reaching your destination efficiently, with less emphasis on winding scenic byways and more on covering ground.
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 2.3 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 132.5 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 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles (I 575; GA 5 / Phillip Landrum Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Warner Robins is a city in Houston County in the Classic Heartland of the American state of Georgia.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 132.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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