Origin
Warner Robins, GA
Late night in Warner Robins on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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Trip from Warner Robins, GA to Austell, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
118.4 mi
191 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Austell, GA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Stretching 118.4 miles across central and northern Georgia, this trip from Warner Robins to Austell is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single day of travel, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $19 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route keeps you within the Southeast region, transitioning from the mid-state area toward the outskirts of the Atlanta metro. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the lack of required stops allows for a flexible itinerary. It is an efficient, no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.2 miles from Warner Robins, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 78 mi | 1h 26m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Ralph David Abernathy Freeway | 12.4 mi | 15m |
| Watson Boulevard | 6.6 mi | 12m |
| Thornton Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Dr. Parihar Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kingsbury Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 78 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warner Robins, GA and Austell, GA.
1
Start on Trinity Drive
69 ft
·
4 sec
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Trinity Drive
2
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Kingsbury Circle
3
Turn left onto McAllister Road
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
McAllister Road
4
Turn right onto Dr. Parihar Drive
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Dr. Parihar Drive
5
Turn left onto GA 247 Connector
6.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Watson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I-75 North: Macon
7
Merge onto I 75
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
19 mi
·
22 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 247
Toward I 20 West, I 20 East: Birmingham, Augusta, Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 West: Birmingham
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 20
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 44
Toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
175 ft
·
4 sec
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto GA 6
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Thornton Road
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto US 78; US 278; GA 5; GA 8
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Love Street
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Love Street
19
Arrive at destination
Love Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 118.4-mile transit, try to avoid peak rush hour times, as the highway-heavy nature of the route can lead to congestion near the Atlanta metro area. Since the total duration is just over two hours, you likely won't need an formal mid-trip break, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Warner Robins is a smart move. Because the trip is short and requires no overnight stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Keep in mind that since the majority of your time is spent on major interstates, staying alert for changing traffic patterns on the Ralph David Abernathy Freeway will help ensure a smoother arrival in Austell.
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 59.2 miles from Warner Robins, GA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78 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 26 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.2 miles or 1h 10m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Austell, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Warner Robins, 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 Warner Robins, GA
This is one driving day of about 118.4 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Warner Robins, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 78 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.2 miles from Warner Robins, 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 78 miles.
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 175 decision points cluster between mile 17.1 and 114.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
17.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 156
Toward I 475 North: Atlanta
8
82.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, Birmingham
8
101.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 20 West, I 20 East: Birmingham, Augusta, Ralph David Abernathy Freeway
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 247
Toward I 20 West, I 20 East: Birmingham, August...
7
101.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 West: Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 20 West: Birmingham
8
114.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
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 44
Toward GA 6: Thornton Road, Austell
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.52 one way
$37.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $20.24 | $40.49 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.91 | $43.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.14 | $52.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.43 | $5.68 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.36 | $4.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.58 | $7.58 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Austell, GA
Late night in Austell on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
1 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 22m 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.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park & Preservation District where a young boy grows up in a time of segregation. He was moved by destiny to lead the modern civil rights movemen...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 102.1
View on nps.gov
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 20.4
View on nps.gov
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up,...
19 mi from route
~46 min detour
$5
near mile 102.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 76% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-75, Larry Justice Highway, and the Ralph David Abernathy Freeway. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 78-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-75, which defines the core personality of this drive. While the road is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, the transition between these major arteries keeps the pace moving steadily. You will find that the character of the road is functional and direct, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads or scenic detours.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 17.1 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 118.4 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 17.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,053 ft
361 ft
Total Climb
1,137 ft
Total Descent
628 ft
Highest Point
1,053 ft
~113.5 mi in
Elevation Range
692 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Warner Robins, GA and Austell, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham and Augusta.
Birmingham
82.4 mi in
|
~1h 35m
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via I 75
Augusta
101.1 mi in
|
~1h 58m
About the Cities
Starting in Warner Robins, GA
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 118.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78 miles on I 75. 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 Austell, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and 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 Austell, 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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