Trip from Union Point, GA to Ohio, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 13m

Distance

93.1 mi

150 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 4m ★

6 AM

2h 13m

8 AM

2h 32m

10 AM

2h 20m

12 PM

2h 18m

3 PM

2h 21m

5 PM

2h 31m

8 PM

2h 8m

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

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Union Point, GA

Sebastián Casimiro

Ohio, GA

Chris F

Trip Overview

Traveling from Union Point to Ohio, Georgia, covers 93.3 miles of the Southeast, making for a manageable trip that takes approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $15 on fuel, which keeps this excursion quite budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. You will navigate primarily via local roads like Veazey Street, Scott Street, and Lamb Avenue rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward route, but it requires your full attention due to the high volume of turns along the way.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

46.5 miles from Union Point, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Gray Road Southwest	21.2 mi	29m
Fall Line Freeway	15.5 mi	17m
Greensboro Road	11.3 mi	17m
Gray Highway	11.1 mi	14m
Lake Oconee Parkway	8.7 mi	12m
GA 49	6 mi	8m
Gray Bypass	5.1 mi	6m
Lamb Avenue	5.1 mi	7m

Longest stretch: Gray Road Southwest — 21.2 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Union Point, GA and Ohio, GA.

Start on Carlton Avenue

319 ft · 17 sec · Carlton Avenue

Turn right onto Veazey Street

135 ft · 6 sec · Veazey Street

Continue on Scott Street

472 ft · 23 sec · Scott Street

Turn right onto US 278; GA 12; GA 77

5.1 mi · 7 min · Lamb Avenue

Continue on US 278; GA 12; GA 44

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Broad Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto GA 44

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Main Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on GA 44

8.7 mi · 12 min · Lake Oconee Parkway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on GA 44

11 mi · 17 min · Greensboro Road

Turn left onto US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Jefferson Avenue

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44

1.8 mi · 3 min · Oak Street

Continue on US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Gray Highway

Continue on US 129; GA 44

21 mi · 29 min · Gray Road Southwest

Enter roundabout onto US 129; GA 22

50 ft · 0 sec · Gray Bypass

Continue on US 129; GA 22

5.1 mi · 6 min · Gray Bypass

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto US 129; GA 11; GA 22

11 mi · 13 min · Gray Highway

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 49

0.2 mi · 24 sec · North Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit onto GA 540

0.8 mi · 1 min · GA 540

Toward I 16:west: Atlanta, Valdosta Use the right lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540

1.0 mi · 1 min · Fall Line Freeway

Toward I 75 South, GA 540 West: Valdosta Use the left / straight lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto GA 540

15 mi · 15 min · Fall Line Freeway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit onto GA 540

0.2 mi · 24 sec · GA 540

Exit 149 Toward GA 49: Byron, Fort Valley Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto GA 540

0.3 mi · 31 sec · GA 540

Toward GA 540: Byron Welcome Center, Massee Lane Gardens, Fort Valley State University, Byron, Fort Valley Use the slight right lane.

Continue on GA 49; GA 540

0.8 mi · 1 min · GA 49; GA 540

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on GA 49; GA 540

5.2 mi · 6 min · GA 49; GA 540

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto Lilly Creek Road

0.9 mi · 3 min · Lilly Creek Road

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

Lilly Creek Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a 93.3-mile trip with no planned stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep in mind that because the route is entirely comprised of local roads, travel times can fluctuate based on local traffic patterns, so check your GPS for any unexpected delays before you head out. With a fuel budget of only $15, you likely won't need to worry about mid-trip refueling, but it is always wise to start with a full tank given the turn-heavy nature of the drive. Focus on staying alert on the local streets, as the lack of highway segments means you will be navigating intersections and turns for the duration of your trip.

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 46.5 miles from Union Point, GA, or about 1h 11m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 20 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 46.5 miles or 1h 11m 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 50m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Union Point, 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 Union Point, GA

This is one driving day of about 93.1 miles and 2h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Union Point, GA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Gray Road Southwest for about 21.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Gray, GA

47 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

Greensboro, GA

Fuel and coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Macon, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14784773232

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 29.9 and 85.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

29.9 mi into trip | ~46m in | US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44 / Jefferson Avenue

Turn left onto US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44 / Jefferson Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

69.4 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | GA 540

Take the exit onto GA 540 toward I 16:west: Atlanta, Valdosta

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

Use the right lane. Toward I 16:west: Atlanta, Valdosta

70.2 mi into trip | ~1h 42m 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

85.7 mi into trip | ~2h in | GA 540

Take the exit onto GA 540 toward GA 49: Byron, Fort Valley

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 149 Toward GA 49: Byron, Fort Valley

85.9 mi into trip | ~2h in | GA 540

Keep slight right at fork onto GA 540 toward GA 540: Byron Welcome Center, Massee Lane Gardens, Fort Valley State University, Byron, Fort Valley

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward GA 540: Byron Welcome Center, Massee Lan...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.56 one way

$29.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$15.92	$31.84
premium	$4.70	$17.23	$34.46
diesel	$5.61	$20.56	$41.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27.9	$9.78	$4.47
Efficient EV	23.3	$8.15	$3.72
EV Truck/SUV	37.2	$13.03	$5.96

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (67% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Union Point, GA

Morning in Union Point on Tuesday

Local time

6:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ohio, GA

Morning in Ohio on Tuesday

Local time

6:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Gray, GA

47 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

24 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

2h 13m 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 turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel for the entire 1 hour and 52-minute duration. Unlike an interstate grind, this route features zero highway miles, meaning your pace will be dictated by local traffic and road geometry. You will rely on Veazey Street, Scott Street, and Lamb Avenue to navigate the 93.3-mile distance, providing a much more intimate look at the regional landscape. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches here, so be prepared for constant adjustments as you maneuver through the turns. It is a practical drive that favors local navigation over high-speed transit.

34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 21.2 mi on Gray Road Southwest.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.9 miles in near US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44 / Jefferson Avenue.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 93.1 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 29.9 miles (US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44 / Jefferson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 69.4 miles (GA 540): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): 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 Union Point, GA and Ohio, GA, road signs point toward Valdosta, Fort Valley, Massee Lane Gardens, Fort Valley State University and Byron.

Valdosta

69.4 mi in | ~1h 41m | via GA 540

Fort Valley

85.7 mi in | ~2h | via GA 540

Massee Lane Gardens

85.9 mi in | ~2h | via GA 540

Fort Valley State University

85.9 mi in | ~2h | via GA 540

Byron

85.9 mi in | ~2h | via GA 540

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 93.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 21.2 miles on Gray Road Southwest. 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 Ohio, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ohio, 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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Trip from Union Point, GA to Ohio, GA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

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Ocmulgee National Monument Visitors Center

Museum of Arts and Sciences

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Union Point, GA

Ohio, GA

Same local time

24 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 13m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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