How far is Edison, GA from Augusta, GA?

Fastest route

The route from Edison, Georgia 39846 to Augusta, Georgia is approximately 4 hours and 27 minutes long, covering a distance of 251 miles. The fastest route currently is via GA-540.

Directions

  1. Head north on Turner St toward Hartford St W.
  2. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto GA-37 E/Hartford St E. Continue to follow GA-37 E.
  3. Take GA-45 N to US-82 E in Terrell County. Turn left onto Dickey Bypass Rd, then turn right onto Charles Cheney Rd. Finally, turn left to stay on GA-45 N.
  4. Follow US-82 E and GA-520 W to GA-45 N/GA-49 N. Turn left onto Rountree Dr SW and continue onto GA-45 N/GA-520 W/Martin Luther King Jr Dr/Roundtree Dr.
  5. Follow GA-45 N/GA-520 W. Follow GA-49 N to US-280 E in Sumter County. Turn right onto GA-45 N/GA-49 N.
  6. Follow US-280 E and W Lamar St to Tripp St in Americus. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto US-19 N/US-280 E/S Martin Luther King Blvd. Turn right onto W Lamar St.
  7. Get on I-75 N in Perry from GA-49 N and GA-224 E. Turn right onto GA-49 N/Crawford St and continue to follow GA-49 N. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on GA-49 N. Continue straight onto GA-224 E/GA-26 E/Spaulding Rd. Turn left to merge onto I-75 N.
  8. Follow I-75 N, GA-540, and US-1 N to Kissingbower Rd in Augusta. Keep right at the fork to stay on I-75 N. Use the right lane to take the I-16 E exit. Keep right to continue on Exit 1A. Keep right at the fork to continue toward North Ave and continue onto GA-540/Irwinton Rd. Slight right onto GA-24 S/GA-540. Turn left onto US-1 N/S Main St. Finally, make a sharp left onto US-278 W/US-78 W.
  9. Continue on Kissingbower Rd. Drive to Hickman Rd. Turn right onto Kissingbower Rd, then turn right onto Central Ave. Finally, turn left onto Hickman Rd.

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸš— Make sure to follow the road signs and traffic regulations throughout the journey.
  • β›½ Consider refueling your vehicle before starting the trip to ensure you have enough gas for the entire journey.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ It's always a good idea to have a GPS or a map handy to navigate the route.
  • πŸ“… Check for any potential road closures or construction updates before you begin your trip.
  • 🚦 Be prepared for possible traffic conditions, especially during peak hours. Stay patient and allow for extra travel time if needed.
  • 🍴 If you're planning to have meals during the trip, research and identify suitable restaurants or dining options along the way.
  • πŸ’‘ Don't forget to bring essential items like water, snacks, and any personal belongings you may need for the journey.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
265.98 mi
04h 35m
Flight
208.28 mi
335.2 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
208.28 mi
Kilometers
335.2 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
265.98 mi
Kilometers
428.06 km
Drive Time
04h 35m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Augusta
Sun, May 3, 7:10 PM EDT
Return by in Edison
Sun, May 3, 11:45 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Edison
2026-05-03T14:35
Arrive Augusta
Sun, May 3, 7:10 PM EDT
Route Timing
04h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:35 AM to 12:35 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:50 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Edison
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Byron
GA

City in Peach County, Georgia, United States

From Edison
134.6 mi
02h 17m
To Augusta
131.4 mi
02h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73Β°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph NNW
Destination
74Β°F
This Afternoon

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 12:00 PM EDT
Wind
3 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Edison and Augusta.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Edison and Augusta.

  1. 1

    Start on Turner Street

    7 m Β· 2 sec Β· Turner Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Hartford Street East

    8.5 mi Β· 13 min Β· Hartford Street East

  3. 3

    Continue on West Main Street

    6.9 mi Β· 10 min Β· West Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Newton Road

    577 ft Β· 10 sec Β· Newton Road

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on Albany Highway

    1.2 km Β· 1 min Β· Albany Highway

  6. 6

    Continue on Leary Road

    17.3 mi Β· 25 min Β· Leary Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Newton Road

    3.8 mi Β· 6 min Β· Newton Road

  8. 8

    Turn right onto West Oakridge Drive

    3 mi Β· 5 min Β· West Oakridge Drive

  9. 9

    Continue on Moultrie Road

    1.3 km Β· 1 min Β· Moultrie Road

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 19 North, GA 133 North, GA 300 North: Albany, Atlanta

    1192 ft Β· 41 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Liberty Expressway

    1.6 mi Β· 2 min Β· Liberty Expressway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton

    1377 ft Β· 34 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto East Oglethorpe Boulevard

    1.5 km Β· 2 min Β· East Oglethorpe Boulevard

  14. 14

    Continue on Sylvester Highway

    1210 ft Β· 29 sec Β· Sylvester Highway

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Cordele Road

    13.8 mi Β· 17 min Β· Cordele Road

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    21.9 mi Β· 27 min

  17. 17

    Turn left onto I-75 North: Macon

    1745 ft Β· 42 sec

  18. 18

    Merge slight left

    57.1 mi Β· 1 hr 1 min

  19. 19

    Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    7.6 mi Β· 9 min Β· Fall Line Freeway

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward I 16 East: Savannah

    1.2 km Β· 1 min Β· Fall Line Freeway

  21. 21

    Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    1.1 mi Β· 2 min Β· Fall Line Freeway

  22. 22

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Avenue

    160 m Β· 15 sec Β· North Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Emery Highway

    2.8 mi Β· 5 min Β· Emery Highway

  24. 24

    Continue on Emery Road

    1736 ft Β· 35 sec Β· Emery Road

  25. 25

    Continue on Jeffersonville Road

    1.3 mi Β· 2 min Β· Jeffersonville Road

  26. 26

    Continue on Irwinton Road

    6 mi Β· 8 min Β· Irwinton Road

  27. 27

    Continue on Fall Line Freeway

    50.8 mi Β· 1 hr 1 min Β· Fall Line Freeway

  28. 28

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fall Line Freeway

    43 m Β· 2 sec Β· Fall Line Freeway

  29. 29

    Exit the roundabout onto Fall Line Freeway

    3.5 mi Β· 4 min Β· Fall Line Freeway

  30. 30

    Keep slight left to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    3152 ft Β· 41 sec Β· Fall Line Freeway

  31. 31

    Keep slight right to continue on Fall Line Freeway

    6.5 mi Β· 8 min Β· Fall Line Freeway

  32. 32

    Continue on Fenns Bridge Road

    16.5 mi Β· 19 min Β· Fenns Bridge Road

  33. 33

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    2.4 mi Β· 5 min Β· South Main Street

  34. 34

    Continue straight

    26.8 mi Β· 37 min

  35. 35

    Keep slight left to continue on Deans Bridge Road

    1.2 km Β· 1 min Β· Deans Bridge Road

  36. 36

    Continue on Milledgeville Road

    1.2 km Β· 1 min Β· Milledgeville Road

  37. 37

    Turn slight left onto 15th Street

    1.9 mi Β· 3 min Β· 15th Street

  38. 38

    Turn right onto Walton Way

    1.3 km Β· 2 min Β· Walton Way

  39. 39

    Continue on Walton Way

    86 m Β· 12 sec Β· Walton Way

  40. 40

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· Walton Way

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Edison and Augusta.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
40 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fall Line Freeway
70.5 mi Β· 27%
I-75 North
57.4 mi Β· 22%
Cordele Road
35.7 mi Β· 13%
South Main Street
29.2 mi Β· 11%
Leary Road
17.3 mi Β· 7%
Fenns Bridge Road
16.5 mi Β· 6%
Longest Stretch

I-75 North

Merge slight left

57.1 mi Β· 01h 01m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 35m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+57.7 mi
208.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Byron
02h 17m from Edison
Leave By
7:50 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Edison and Sunny near Augusta.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Edison to Augusta?

The road trip is about 266 miles (428.1 km) and usually takes 04h 35m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Byron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 134.6 miles from Edison and 131.4 miles from Augusta.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 208.3 miles (335.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.19 one way or $74.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Edison and Sunny near Augusta.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Edison and Augusta. Straight-line distance: 208.28 mi (335.2 km).

Edison

#1 Edison

City in Calhoun County, Georgia, USA

Population1,407
Coordinates31.5582300, -84.7382500
Altitude89
CountryUnited States
Augusta

#2 Augusta

The third most populous city in Georgia.

Population197,166
Coordinates33.4709700, -81.9748400
Altitude43
CountryUnited States
Start: Turner Street (-84.738262, 31.55823)
End: Walton Way (-81.975097, 33.470468)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 428 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 38m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.39 gal
35.53 L Β· about $37.19
Round trip
$74.39
18.78 gal Β· 71.06 L
Estimated CO2
83.4 kg one way
Round trip: 166.9 kg / 368 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $37.19 $74.39
Mid-grade $4.43 $41.59 $83.18
Premium $4.78 $44.87 $89.73
Diesel $5.62 $52.81 $105.62

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Georgia Β· May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Edison and Augusta. The current time is 14:35:09.

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