Warner Robins to Midway is 211.9 miles and takes about 4h 2m via Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, traversing the Southeast region. It's a manageable drive that offers a mix of highway cruising and surface roads, suitable for a single day of travel. If you're looking for a straightforward route with minimal fuss, this option fits the bill.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106 miles from Warner Robins, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
92.2 mi
1h 40m
I 75
82.1 mi
1h 32m
Larry Justice Highway
15.9 mi
17m
Horace E Tate Freeway
7.2 mi
8m
Watson Boulevard
6.6 mi
12m
Battlefield Parkway
6.4 mi
7m
Lafayette Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Dr. Parihar Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
— 92.2 mi, about 1h 40m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 189 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,127 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,047
Quietest
2 AM
~858 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warner Robins, GA and Midway, GA.
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Start on Trinity Drive
69 ft·4 sec·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·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 156Toward I 475 North: AtlantaUse 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
23 mi·28 min·I 75
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta, BirminghamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
7.2 mi·8 min·Horace E Tate Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Marietta, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 75
11 mi·12 min·Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
82 mi·1 hr 28 min·Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, KennesawUse the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 350Toward GA 2: Battlefield Parkway, Fort OglethorpeUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto GA 2
6.4 mi·7 min·Battlefield Parkway
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
404 ft·11 sec
17
Merge onto US 27; GA 1
0.5 mi·56 sec·Lafayette Road
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Arrive at destination
US 27; GA 1
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 2m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning from Warner Robins will allow you to reach Midway with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. The fuel cost is estimated at $33, so plan accordingly. Watch for the transition from highway to surface roads around the 92.2-mile mark on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway, as this is the longest continuous highway segment before you'll likely encounter more local traffic patterns.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106 miles from Warner Robins, GA, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.2 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 47 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106 miles or 2h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midway, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Warner Robins, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 211.9 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Warner Robins, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway for about 92.2 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 17.1 and 204.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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105.2 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway toward I 75 North: Marietta, Chattanooga
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: Marietta, Chattanooga
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123 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 / Larry McDonald Memorial Highway toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Chattanooga, Barrett Parkway...
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204.6 mi into trip|~3h 53m in
Take the exit toward GA 2: Battlefield Parkway, Fort Oglethorpe
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 350
Toward GA 2: Battlefield Parkway, Fort Oglethor...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.28 one way
$62.57 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$34.38
$68.76
premium
$4.49
$37.47
$74.95
diesel
$4.80
$40.01
$80.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.6
0
$22.25
$10.17
Efficient EV
53
0
$18.54
$8.48
EV Truck/SUV
84.8
1
$29.67
$13.56
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Warner Robins, GA
Morning
in Warner Robins on Sunday
Local time
7:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 0 to 5 mph41% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:46PM EDT until July 18 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 7:42PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Destination
Midway, GA
Morning
in Midway on Sunday
Local time
7:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear
W 0 to 5 mph26% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:46PM EDT until July 18 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 7:42PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 2m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 102.3
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
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 21.9
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,...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
$5
near mile 116.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 45% of this drive is on highways, with the remaining 55% on surface roads. You'll encounter a long stretch of 92.2 miles on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway before transitioning. Expect varied driving conditions, from faster highway segments to more local road navigation as you get closer to your destination.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.2 mi on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 17.1 miles in near I 475 / Larry Justice Highway.
Driving Effort9/10
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 15 significant decision points across 211.9 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 105.2 miles (I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,072 ft402 ft
Total Climb
943 ft
Total Descent
618 ft
Highest Point
1,072 ft
~121.1 mi in
Elevation Range
670 ft
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 Midway, GA, road signs point toward Birmingham, Chattanooga and Kennesaw.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 2m. Total distance: 211.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92.2 miles on Larry McDonald Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 35 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Midway, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 35 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 105.2 miles (I 75 / Horace E Tate Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Midway, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
