Tennille, GA to Warner Robins, GA is 78.9 miles and takes about 1h 46m via Fall Line Freeway, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically Georgia, making it a convenient local trip. You'll primarily be on the Fall Line Freeway, a route designed for efficient travel. Given its short duration and focused highway profile, this is an ideal option for a quick, no-fuss journey when you need to get from point A to point B without significant detours or extended stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.5 miles from Tennille, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Fall Line Freeway
49.7 mi
59m
Hawkinsville Road
8 mi
11m
Irwinton Road
6 mi
7m
Smith Street
4.7 mi
7m
Emery Highway
2.8 mi
5m
North Davis Drive
1.7 mi
3m
Pio Nono Avenue
1.4 mi
2m
Jeffersonville Road
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Fall Line Freeway
— 49.7 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tennille, GA and Warner Robins, GA.
1
Start on GA 68
131 ft·3 sec·East South Central Avenue
2
Turn right onto GA 68
4.7 mi·7 min·Smith Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto GA 24; GA 540
44 mi·52 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on GA 57; GA 540
6.0 mi·7 min·Irwinton Road
5
Continue on US 80; GA 19; GA 540
1.3 mi·2 min·Jeffersonville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 80; GA 19; GA 540
0.4 mi·37 sec·Emery Road
7
Continue on US 23; US 80; US 129 Alternate; GA 19; GA 87; GA 540
2.8 mi·5 min·Emery Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on GA 540
0.8 mi·1 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the left / straight / sharp right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540
1.0 mi·1 min·Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: ValdostaUse the left / straight lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540
3.9 mi·4 min·Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 160BToward US 41 North, GA 247 North: Rocky Creek Road, Pio Nono Avenue NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn slight right onto Rocky Creek Road
263 ft·12 sec·Rocky Creek Road
13
Turn left onto US 41; GA 247
1.4 mi·2 min·Pio Nono Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 41; US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 247
37 ft·0 sec·Houston Road
15
Continue on US 41; US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 247
1.0 mi·1 min·Houston Road
16
Continue on US 41; US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 247
2.0 mi·2 min·Hawkinsville Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 129; GA 247
6.0 mi·8 min·Hawkinsville Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto North Davis Drive
1.7 mi·3 min·North Davis Drive
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto Green Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Green Street
20
Turn left onto North Pleasant Hill Road
0.6 mi·1 min·North Pleasant Hill Road
21
Turn right onto GA 247 Connector
0.2 mi·36 sec·Watson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto Draper Street
0.2 mi·54 sec·Draper Street
23
Turn left onto Kingsbury Circle
373 ft·20 sec·Kingsbury Circle
24
Turn left onto Trinity Drive
69 ft·2 sec·Trinity Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Trinity Drive
Trip Plan
For this 1h 46m drive, leaving anytime during daylight hours is perfectly feasible. Since the total distance is only 78.9 miles and the fuel cost is estimated at just $12, you won't need to worry extensively about finding gas stations. The longest stretch is nearly 50 miles, so consider a quick break before or after that segment if needed. Given the short duration, this trip offers flexibility; you can depart at your leisure and still arrive with plenty of time to spare. Pay attention to the transitions between the main roads mentioned, particularly Fall Line Freeway, Hawkinsville Road, and Irwinton Road, as these indicate changes in speed limits and road type.
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 39.5 miles from Tennille, GA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.7 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 48m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warner Robins, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tennille, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tennille, GA
This is one driving day of about 78.9 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Tennille, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Fall Line Freeway for about 49.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|GA 68 / Smith Street
Turn right onto GA 68 / Smith Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
60 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta
6
61 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
64.8 mi into trip|~1h 22m 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
69.5 mi into trip|~1h 29m 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
$12.34 one way
$24.68 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$13.49
$26.98
premium
$4.70
$14.60
$29.21
diesel
$5.61
$17.42
$34.84
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: 27.6 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
23.7
0
$8.28
$3.79
Efficient EV
19.7
0
$6.90
$3.16
EV Truck/SUV
31.6
0
$11.05
$5.05
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Tennille, GA
Late night
in Tennille on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Warner Robins, GA
Late night
in Warner Robins on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
2 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 46m 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.
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 57.1
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 63% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 49.7 miles along the Fall Line Freeway, offering a consistent pace. Expect a profile that prioritizes direct travel, meaning you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, higher-speed roads. While the primary roads are Fall Line Freeway, Hawkinsville Road, and Irwinton Road, the overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than winding country lanes.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.7 mi on Fall Line Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Fall Line Freeway and Hawkinsville Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 68 / Smith Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.9 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (GA 68 / Smith Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Tennille, GA to Warner Robins, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Pio Nono Avenue North along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 78.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.7 miles on Fall Line Freeway. 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: near the start (GA 68 / Smith Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. 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 Warner Robins, GA before heading back.
