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Trip from Waleska, GA to Ophir, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 7, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

43m

Distance

24.7 mi

40 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 40m ★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m

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

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Downtown Waleska, GA, GA

Waleska, GA

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Downtown Ophir, GA, GA

Ophir, GA

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Trip Overview

Waleska, GA to Ophir, GA is 24.7 miles and takes about 43m via Cumming Highway, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically in Georgia, offering a straightforward local drive. It's a manageable distance perfect for a quick excursion or an easy addition to a larger travel plan. Consider this route if you're looking for a brief, uncomplicated journey without extensive planning.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Cumming Highway 8.6 mi 14m
Hightower Road 3.9 mi 6m
Reinhardt College Parkway 3.8 mi 5m
Yellow Creek Road 3 mi 7m
Reinhardt College Pkwy 2.2 mi 3m
East Main Street 1.4 mi 2m
Waleska Road 1 mi 2m
Waleska Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Cumming Highway — 8.6 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Waleska, GA and Ophir, GA.

1

Start on GA 140

3.8 mi · 5 min · Reinhardt College Parkway
Use the straight lane.
2

Continue on GA 140

2.2 mi · 3 min · Reinhardt College Pkwy
Use the straight lane.
3

Continue on GA 140

1.0 mi · 2 min · Waleska Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4

Continue on Waleska Street

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Waleska Street
5

Continue on West Main Street

0.4 mi · 38 sec · West Main Street
6

Continue on East Main Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
7

Continue on Cumming Highway

8.6 mi · 14 min · Cumming Highway
Use the left lane.
8

Turn left onto GA 369

2.0 mi · 3 min · Hightower Road
Use the left lane.
9

Enter roundabout onto GA 369

105 ft · 2 sec · Hightower Road
10

Continue on GA 369

1.8 mi · 3 min · Hightower Road
11

Turn left onto Yellow Creek Road

3.0 mi · 7 min · Yellow Creek Road
Use the left lane.
12

Turn right onto Old Federal Road

93 ft · 2 sec · Old Federal Road
13

Arrive at destination

Old Federal Road

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway

Depart onto GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
17.8 mi into trip | ~29m in | GA 369 / Hightower Road

Turn left onto GA 369 / Hightower Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
19.9 mi into trip | ~32m in | GA 369 / Hightower Road

Enter roundabout onto GA 369 / Hightower Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
21.7 mi into trip | ~36m in | Yellow Creek Road

Turn left onto Yellow Creek Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
3
24.7 mi into trip | ~43m in | Old Federal Road

Turn right onto Old Federal Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.78 one way

$7.57 round trip

$3.89/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.27 $4.15 $8.31
premium $4.64 $4.51 $9.02
diesel $5.60 $5.44 $10.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.4 0 $2.59 $1.19
Efficient EV 6.2 0 $2.16 $0.99
EV Truck/SUV 9.9 0 $3.46 $1.58

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 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 Aug 22, 2026

Origin

Waleska, GA

Evening in Waleska on Monday

Local time

6:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Sunny

NW 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:39PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:38PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC

Destination

Ophir, GA

Evening in Ophir on Monday

Local time

6:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Sunny

NW 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:39PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:38PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC

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

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

43m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 for this 24.7-mile journey. With only 15% of the route on highways, you'll spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.6 miles along Cumming Highway. This drive offers a dynamic feel, transitioning between different local road segments rather than a consistent highway experience. Be prepared for frequent adjustments as you follow the winding path.

Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.6 mi on Cumming Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway.

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 43m drive. You will face about 5 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 (GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,281 ft 870 ft

Total Climb

722 ft

Total Descent

656 ft

Highest Point

1,281 ft

~3.5 mi in

Elevation Range

411 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Waleska, GA

Full guide →

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 43m. Total distance: 24.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (15%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 8.6 miles on Cumming Highway. 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 (GA 140 / Reinhardt College Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (GA 369 / Hightower Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Yes — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. 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 Ophir, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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