Newnan to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.1 miles 417 km · straight line
323.9 miles estimated 521.3 km · driving distance
6h 31min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
80° E bearing direction

How far is Newnan from Sumter?

The distance from Newnan to Sumter is 259.1 miles (417 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located E of Newnan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.9 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Newnan in Georgia and Sumter in South Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Newnan and Sumter. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Newnan to Sumter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 31min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 49min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newnan & Sumter

Quick Facts

Newnan
33.38°N, 84.80°W
America/New_York
296m elevation
Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients