Origin
Sylvania, GA
Morning in Sylvania on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sylvania, GA to Augusta, 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 28m
Distance
61.7 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sylvania, GA
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Augusta, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Sylvania to Augusta covers a manageable 61.7-mile distance, making this a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day of travel. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 28 minutes behind the wheel as you head northwest through the Southeast region of Georgia. With a fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an economical trip that avoids the need for overnight stops or extensive planning. Since this route functions perfectly as a quick day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Whether you are heading to Augusta for business or a change of pace, the direct nature of this drive ensures you arrive at your destination without unnecessary logistical stress.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 19.5 mi | 26m |
| GA 56 | 15.5 mi | 22m |
| Millhaven Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| GA 24 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| US 301 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Girard Millhaven Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Old Savannah Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Milhaven Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 19.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sylvania, GA and Augusta, GA.
1
Start on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
185 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Ogeechee Street
2
Turn sharp left onto US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
250 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on US 301 Business; GA 73
124 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn slight left onto US 301 Business; GA 73
299 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 301 Business; GA 73
6
Turn right onto US 301; GA 73 Loop
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 301; GA 73 Loop
7
Take the exit onto GA 24
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
GA 24
8
Turn right onto Millhaven Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Millhaven Road
9
Continue on Milhaven Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Milhaven Road
10
Turn straight onto Girard Millhaven Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Girard Millhaven Road
11
Continue on Millhaven Road
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Millhaven Road
12
Continue on GA 23
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Main Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto GA 56
15 mi
·
22 min
·
GA 56
14
Turn slight right
395 ft
·
17 sec
15
Continue on Old Savannah Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Savannah Road
16
Turn right onto US 1; US 25; US 78; US 278; GA 10; GA 121
438 ft
·
10 sec
·
Gordon Highway
17
Turn left onto Old Savannah Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Savannah Road
18
Turn slight left onto 12th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
12th Street
19
Turn right onto Laney Walker Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Laney Walker Boulevard
20
Turn left onto 11th Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
11th Street
21
Turn left onto Walton Way
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
Walton Way
22
Arrive at destination
Walton Way
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.8 miles from Sylvania, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 61.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business / Main Street
Turn sharp left onto US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business / Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 301; GA 73 Loop
Turn right onto US 301; GA 73 Loop
Navigation decision point
4
42.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
GA 56
At end of road, turn right onto GA 56
Navigation decision point
4
61.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
Laney Walker Boulevard
Turn right onto Laney Walker Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
61.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
11th Street
Turn left onto 11th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.65 one way
$19.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.55 | $21.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.42 | $22.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Augusta, GA
Morning in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Waynesboro, GA
31 mi in
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
1h 28m 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?
This trip features a mixed driving profile, transitioning between local roads and state highways to bridge the gap between Sylvania and Augusta. You will spend about 41 percent of your time on highways, creating a balance between open stretches and slower-paced local driving. The most significant portion of the trip occurs on Main Street, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment at 19.5 miles. As you navigate GA 56 and Millhaven Road, the road conditions will shift, requiring you to stay attentive to the change in scenery and traffic flow. It is a practical, functional drive that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate route while keeping your travel time well under two hours.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.5 mi on Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business / Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.2 miles (US 301; GA 73 Loop): Navigation decision point; at 42.6 miles (GA 56): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Sylvania, GA
Full guide →Founded 1790
Arriving in Augusta, GA
Full guide →Augusta is a city in Georgia's Classic Heartland. Due to its location inland on the Savannah River, Augusta was a city of major strategic importance by the end of the Civil War. It was spared most of the destruction of many other southern cities, so there are many old buildings and landmarks. Augusta is also home to the Augusta National Golf Club, one of the world's most prestigious and exclusive golf clubs, which plays host to the Masters golf tournament.
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 28m. Total distance: 61.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.5 miles on Main Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (US 301 Business; GA 73; GA 21 Business / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.2 miles (US 301; GA 73 Loop): Navigation decision point; at 42.6 miles (GA 56): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Augusta, 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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