If you are planning to travel from Albany to Grantville, expect a straightforward 146.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 56 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can anticipate spending roughly $23 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for a regional commute. The path takes you through the heart of the Southeast, transitioning between these two Georgia locations seamlessly. Because the route is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.2 miles from Albany, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Chet Atkins Parkway
49.2 mi
53m
Richland Bypass
15.4 mi
17m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
14.3 mi
15m
Martha Berry Highway
10.9 mi
14m
US 82
9.5 mi
12m
South Parrott Street
8.7 mi
10m
GA 520
8.3 mi
9m
Columbus Highway
8 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Chet Atkins Parkway
— 49.2 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, GA and Grantville, GA.
1
Start on Pine Avenue
75 ft·5 sec·Pine Avenue
2
Turn right onto GA 91
2.2 mi·4 min·North Jefferson Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 19, GA 3Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 19; US 82; GA 3; GA 520
4.8 mi·6 min·Liberty Expressway
5
Continue on US 82; GA 520
9.5 mi·12 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn straight onto US 82; GA 520
5.4 mi·6 min·Albany Highway
7
Continue on US 82; GA 520
1.1 mi·1 min·Forrester Drive Southeast
8
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.6 mi·1 min·Rountree Drive Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.3 mi·31 sec·Vine Street Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.2 mi·27 sec·Roundtree Drive
11
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.5 mi·43 sec·Martin Luther King Jr Drive
12
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
8.0 mi·9 min·Columbus Highway
13
Continue on GA 520
8.7 mi·10 min·South Parrott Street
14
Keep slight left at fork onto GA 520
8.3 mi·9 min·GA 520
15
Continue on GA 520
15 mi·17 min·Richland Bypass
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 280; GA 520
3.3 mi·3 min·US 280; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
11 mi·14 min·Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·47 sec
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
20
Continue on I 185
49 mi·53 min·Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 85
14 mi·15 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 35Toward US 29: Grantville, MorelandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 29; GA 14
1.7 mi·2 min·US 29; GA 14
24
Turn right onto Lone Oak Street
0.4 mi·54 sec·Lone Oak Street
25
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and break up the nearly three-hour duration. Since the route is a one-day trip, leaving early in the morning allows you to avoid potential peak-hour congestion on the busier stretches of highway. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longer 49.2-mile stretch, as it is the most significant portion of your drive. Because you only have one major stop to account for, try to time your break for the midpoint of the journey to keep your energy levels consistent. This approach ensures you arrive in Grantville refreshed rather than fatigued by the time spent behind the wheel.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.2 miles from Albany, GA, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.2 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grantville, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Albany, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albany, GA
This is one driving day of about 146.4 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Albany, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Chet Atkins Parkway for about 49.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 143.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|GA 91 / North Jefferson Street
Turn right onto GA 91 / North Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 19, GA 3
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 19, GA 3
5
79.5 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
6
79.9 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 185 North: LaGrange, Atlanta
8
143.8 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 29: Grantville, Moreland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35
Toward US 29: Grantville, Moreland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.89 one way
$45.79 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$25.03
$50.06
premium
$4.70
$27.10
$54.19
diesel
$5.61
$32.32
$64.65
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.9
0
$15.37
$7.03
Efficient EV
36.6
0
$12.81
$5.86
EV Truck/SUV
58.6
0
$20.50
$9.37
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Albany, GA
Late night
in Albany on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Grantville, GA
Late night
in Grantville on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Richland, GA
73 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influenc...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 35.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate the 52% highway share of this trip. You will spend time on the Chet Atkins Parkway, the Richland Bypass, and the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, which helps keep the pace moving efficiently. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 49.2-mile stretch along the Chet Atkins Parkway, which offers the most consistent driving conditions of the journey. As you progress toward Grantville, the road transitions between these major arteries, creating a variety of driving conditions that prevent the trip from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. It is a balanced route that requires a bit of focus as you shift between different road types.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.2 mi on Chet Atkins Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 91 / North Jefferson Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 146.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 91 / North Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Albany, GA to Grantville, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Atlanta along the way.
Albany is a city of 72,000 people (2019) in Dougherty County in Georgia's Plantation Midlands region. It is part of the Black Belt, the extensive area in the Deep South of cotton plantations. During 1961–1962, African Americans in Albany played a prominent role in the Civil Rights Movement, founding the Albany Movement, a desegregation and voters' rights coalition formed in 1961. Ray Charles, the singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer, was born here, and is remembered in a park with a statue.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 146.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.2 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Grantville, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 91 / North Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Grantville, GA before heading back.
