Origin
Warner Robins, GA
Late night in Warner Robins on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warner Robins, GA to Russell, 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 45m
Distance
112.3 mi
181 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russell, GA
Piotr Kowalonek
Trip Overview
This 112.3-mile drive from Warner Robins to Russell, Georgia, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's an economical journey through the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes Maddux Street and State Route 11, offering a mixed driving experience. It's a straightforward drive that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or a transit between these two Georgia locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.2 miles from Warner Robins, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maddux Street | 23.2 mi | 32m |
| GA 83 | 14.6 mi | 20m |
| State Route 11 | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| US 23 | 10.5 mi | 14m |
| Hawkinsville Road | 8 mi | 11m |
| Riverside Drive | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| North Cherokee Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Maddux Street
— 23.2 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warner Robins, GA and Russell, GA.
1
Start on Trinity Drive
69 ft
·
4 sec
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Trinity Drive
2
Turn right onto Kingsbury Circle
373 ft
·
19 sec
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Kingsbury Circle
3
Turn right onto Draper Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Draper Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto GA 247 Connector
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Watson Boulevard
5
Turn left onto North Pleasant Hill Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pleasant Hill Road
6
Turn right onto Green Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Street
7
Turn left onto North Davis Drive
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Davis Drive
8
Turn left onto US 129; GA 247
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Hawkinsville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 41; US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 247
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Houston Road
10
Enter roundabout onto US 41; GA 247
198 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pio Nono Avenue
11
Continue on US 41; GA 247
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pio Nono Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 171
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
151 ft
·
2 sec
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto US 23; GA 87
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
17
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
144 ft
·
2 sec
·
Riverside Drive
18
Continue on US 23; GA 87
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Riverside Drive
19
Enter roundabout onto US 23; GA 87
162 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 23; GA 87
20
Continue on US 23; GA 87
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
US 23; GA 87
21
Continue on US 23; GA 87
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 23; GA 87
22
Turn right onto GA 83
15 mi
·
20 min
·
GA 83
23
Turn left onto Church Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Church Street
24
Turn left onto GA 11
394 ft
·
13 sec
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West Greene Street
25
Continue on GA 11
105 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Greene Street
26
Continue on GA 11
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
College Street
27
Turn slight left onto GA 11
23 mi
·
32 min
·
Maddux Street
28
Enter roundabout onto GA 11
100 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 11
29
Continue on GA 11
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 11
Use the straight lane.
30
Continue on GA 11
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Social Circle Bypass
31
Continue on GA 11
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
North Cherokee Road
32
Enter roundabout onto GA 11
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
GA 11
33
Continue on GA 11
4.5 mi
·
9 min
·
GA 11
Use the straight lane.
34
Continue on GA 11
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 11
Use the straight lane.
35
Continue on GA 11
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Winder-Monroe Highway
36
Continue on GA 11
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Christmas Avenue
37
Continue on GA 11
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Monroe Highway
38
Turn slight right
153 ft
·
5 sec
39
Turn slight right onto GA 8; GA 53
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
May Street
40
Continue on GA 8; GA 53
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Atlanta Highway Southeast
41
Turn left onto Russell Cemetery Road
414 ft
·
20 sec
·
Russell Cemetery Road
42
Turn right onto East Midland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Midland Avenue
43
Turn left
236 ft
·
17 sec
44
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
This 2-hour and 45-minute drive is easily doable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace, especially given the 112.3-mile distance. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, it's wise to ensure you have a full tank before you depart Warner Robins. Keep an eye out for changes in road surfaces and speed limits as you transition between State Route 11 and other local roads, as the longest stretch is over 23 miles.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 56.2 miles from Warner Robins, GA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 25 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.2 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Russell, 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 112.3 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 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 Maddux Street for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.2 miles from Warner Robins, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 255 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 24.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Draper Street
Turn right onto Draper Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
13.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Atlanta
8
24.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
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 171
Toward US 23, GA 87: Riverside Drive
7
24.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.56 one way
$35.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.20 | $38.40 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.78 | $41.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.79 | $49.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
| Efficient EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.9 | 0 | $15.72 | $7.19 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Russell, GA
Late night in Russell on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Monticello, GA
56 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
33 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 45m 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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 19.4
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this 112.3-mile route, with 47% of it being highway. You'll encounter stretches on Maddux Street, GA 83, and State Route 11, providing a varied driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 23.2 miles on Maddux Street, so be prepared for some sustained driving before reaching potential turn-offs or changes in scenery. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise, but rather a blend of faster-paced sections and more local road segments as you make your way across Georgia.
47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.2 mi on Maddux Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 25 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Draper Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.3 miles you will encounter 25 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: at 0.1 miles (Draper Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 13.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 45m. Total distance: 112.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.2 miles on Maddux Street. 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 Russell, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Draper Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (GA 247 Connector / Watson Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 13.5 miles: 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 Russell, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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