How far is Thomaston, GA from Columbus, GA?
The driving distance from Thomaston, GA to Columbus, GA is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.5 miles (78 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Harris County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thomaston and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thomaston and Columbus.
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Start on West Main Street
144 m · 19 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Green Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · South Green Street
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Continue on Woodland Road
12.1 mi · 17 min · Woodland Road
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Continue on 1st Street
4 mi · 6 min · 1st Street
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Continue on Main Street
728 ft · 23 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Manchester Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Manchester Highway
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Turn right
10.3 mi · 14 min
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Turn straight
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Warm Springs Road
18.6 mi · 24 min · Warm Springs Road
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Turn left onto University Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · University Avenue
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Turn right onto Macon Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Macon Road
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Continue on Wynnton Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Wynnton Road
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Turn sharp left onto 10th Avenue
123 m · 12 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
2431 ft · 54 sec · 10th Street
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Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
1406 ft · 43 sec · Veterans Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Veterans Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thomaston and Columbus.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Warm Springs Road
Turn left onto Warm Springs Road
18.6 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Thomaston and Sunny near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thomaston to Columbus?
The road trip is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km) and usually takes 01h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Waverly Hall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.1 miles from Thomaston and 27.6 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.5 miles (78 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.80 one way or $15.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Thomaston and Sunny near Columbus.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thomaston and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 48.47 mi (78.01 km).
#1 Thomaston
City in Upson County, Georgia, United States of America
| Population | 8,770 |
| Coordinates | 32.8881900, -84.3265900 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
The second most populous city in Georgia.
| Population | 196,442 |
| Coordinates | 32.4609800, -84.9877100 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
End: Veterans Parkway (-84.987719, 32.460947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.80 | $15.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.73 | $17.45 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.41 | $18.83 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.08 | $22.16 |
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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