How far is Atlanta, GA from Augusta, GA?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and directions for your trip from Atlanta, Georgia to Augusta, Georgia. The fastest route is approximately 145 miles (233 kilometers) and will take around 2 hours and 7 minutes via I-20 E.

Directions

1. Get on I-20 E from M.L.K. Jr Dr SE and Hill St SE:

   • 🚗 Head north on Capitol Ave SW.
   • ➡️ Turn right onto M.L.K. Jr Dr SE.
   • ➡️ Turn right onto Hill St SE.

2. Merge onto I-20 E and follow I-20 E to Wheeler Rd in Augusta. Take exit 196 from I-20 E:

   • 🛣️ Follow I-20 E until you reach Wheeler Rd in Augusta.
   • ➡️ Take exit 196 for I-520 E.

3. Keep right, follow signs for Wheeler Rd, and merge onto Wheeler Rd.

4. Take Walton Way to Hickman Rd:

   • 📍 Take the exit for Walton Way.

5. Turn right onto Walton Way Ext and then left onto Walton Way.

6. Slight right toward Hickman Rd and then turn right at the 1st cross street onto Hickman Rd.

Tips & Suggestions

• 🚦 Plan for possible road closures on Capitol Sq SW and consider alternative routes.
• ⛽ It's always a good idea to fill up your gas tank before embarking on a long journey.
• ☕ Take breaks during the trip to stay refreshed and avoid fatigue.
• 📱 Use a navigation app to get real-time traffic updates and find the best routes.
• 🚗 Check your vehicle's condition and ensure it's ready for the trip.
• 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the route in advance to reduce chances of getting lost.
• 🕑 Leave with some buffer time in case of unexpected delays.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Atlanta and Augusta is 140.18 miles (225.59 km).

Flight distance from Atlanta, GA to Augusta, GA is 140.18 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Atlanta to Augusta with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Augusta, Georgia is: 148.11 miles (238.37 km) by car.

Driving from Atlanta to Augusta will take approximately 02 hours 12 minutes.

#1 Atlanta

The most populous city in Georgia and the center of the Atlanta metropolitan area. It is located in the Piedmont region of the state. Atlanta is known for its civil rights history, its many Fortune 500 companies, and its many attractions, such as the Georgia Aquarium and the World of Coca-Cola.

Population	512550
GPS Coordinates	33°44'56"N 84°23'17"W
Latitude	33.7490000
Longitude	-84.3879800
Altitude	320
Country	United States

#2 Augusta

The third most populous city in Georgia. It is located on the Savannah River in eastern Georgia. Augusta is known for its many golf courses, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Augusta National Golf Club and the Augusta Museum of History.

Population	197166
GPS Coordinates	33°28'15"N 81°58'29"W
Latitude	33.4709700
Longitude	-81.9748400
Altitude	43
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Atlanta and Augusta

The distance between Atlanta and Augusta is 238 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 38 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Atlanta and Augusta. The current time is 08:40:10.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.78 liters (5.23 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Atlanta and Augusta.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Atlanta to Augusta is $15.65 (diesel $21.32).

Georgia gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Georgia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $2.995 (Diesel $4.079) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Atlanta and Augusta (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.