How far is Fitzgerald, GA from Augusta, GA?
The driving distance from Fitzgerald, GA to Augusta, GA is about 171 miles (275.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.3 miles (229 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 19m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Emanuel and Johnson counties, Georgia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fitzgerald and Augusta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fitzgerald and Augusta.
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Start on East Central Avenue
28 m · 9 sec · East Central Avenue
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Continue on East Central Avenue
2879 ft · 1 min · East Central Avenue
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Continue on Ashton Highway
107 m · 9 sec · Ashton Highway
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Continue on Jacksonville Highway
17.5 mi · 27 min · Jacksonville Highway
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
3.1 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
1191 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on 3rd Avenue
3.1 mi · 5 min · 3rd Avenue
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Continue straight
8.2 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Snowhill Baptist Church Road
8.4 mi · 15 min · Snowhill Baptist Church Road
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Turn right
14.1 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto Swainsboro Highway
8.1 mi · 11 min · Swainsboro Highway
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Continue straight
6.8 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto West Street
7.4 mi · 11 min · West Street
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Continue on West Main Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
38.3 mi · 56 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Lovers Lane
48 m · 3 sec · Lovers Lane
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Exit the roundabout onto Lovers Lane
1353 ft · 30 sec · Lovers Lane
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Keep slight left
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
23.7 mi · 31 min
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Turn left onto Tubman Home Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Tubman Home Road
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Turn right onto Milledgeville Road
3140 ft · 55 sec · Milledgeville Road
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Turn slight left onto 15th Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · 15th Street
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Turn right onto Walton Way
1.3 km · 2 min · Walton Way
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Continue on Walton Way
86 m · 12 sec · Walton Way
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walton Way
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fitzgerald and Augusta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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38.3 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fitzgerald and Mostly Sunny near Augusta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fitzgerald to Augusta?
The road trip is about 171 miles (275.2 km) and usually takes 03h 19m 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?
Adrian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83 miles from Fitzgerald and 88.1 miles from Augusta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.3 miles (229 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.7 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 10:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.88 one way or $47.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fitzgerald and Mostly Sunny near Augusta.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fitzgerald and Augusta. Straight-line distance: 142.31 mi (229.03 km).
#1 Fitzgerald
City in Ben Hill and Irwin counties in Georgia, United States
| Population | 8,615 |
| Coordinates | 31.7149100, -83.2526500 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Augusta
The third most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 197,166 |
| Coordinates | 33.4709700, -81.9748400 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walton Way (-81.975097, 33.470468)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 275 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $23.88 | $47.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $26.71 | $53.41 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $28.81 | $57.62 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $33.91 | $67.83 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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