Albany, GA to Walthourville, GA is 172.4 miles and takes about 3h 58m via US 82 and US 84, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Georgia, moving from the Southwest region towards the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive primarily on highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. Expect a largely functional travel experience as you navigate across the state.
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
86.2 miles from Albany, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 82
93.7 mi
2h
US 84
31 mi
43m
US-84
12.5 mi
16m
Sylvester Highway
8.5 mi
11m
South 1st Street
7.2 mi
12m
Albany Avenue
4.9 mi
8m
Plant Avenue
3.1 mi
5m
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 93.7 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, GA and Walthourville, GA.
1
Start on Pine Avenue
0.4 mi·44 sec·Pine Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Enter roundabout onto North Front Street
75 ft·5 sec·North Front Street
3
Continue on North Front Street
510 ft·14 sec·North Front Street
4
Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
0.4 mi·52 sec·West Broad Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
365 ft·9 sec·South Broadway Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto US 19 Business; US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
2.9 mi·4 min·East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
8.5 mi·11 min·Sylvester Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 82; GA 520
11 mi·15 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 82; GA 520
18 mi·25 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
1.5 mi·2 min·5th Street East
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 82; GA 520
15 mi·18 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
1.1 mi·1 min·US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 82; GA 520
26 mi·32 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 82; GA 520
23 mi·26 min·US 82; GA 520
15
Turn right onto Fulford Road
0.5 mi·57 sec·Fulford Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto Albany Avenue
4.9 mi·8 min·Albany Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto US 84; US 1 Business; GA 38
3.1 mi·5 min·Plant Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on US 84; GA 38
17 mi·23 min·US 84; GA 38
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 84; GA 38
13 mi·19 min·US 84; GA 38
20
Continue on US 84; GA 38
3.9 mi·5 min·South 1st Street
21
Continue on US 84; GA 38
1.1 mi·2 min·Waycross Highway
22
Continue on US 84; GA 38
3.4 mi·6 min·South 1st Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 25; US 84; US 301; GA 23; GA 38
2.8 mi·3 min·Savannah Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on US 25; US 84; US 301; GA 23; GA 38
0.4 mi·30 sec·Cypress Street
25
Continue on US 25; US 301; GA 23; GA 38
2.0 mi·2 min·US-84
26
Continue on US 25; US 301; 23; GA 38
0.6 mi·42 sec·US 84
27
Continue on US 25; US 301; 23; GA 38
3.2 mi·3 min·US-84
28
Continue on US 25; US 84; US 301; GA 23; GA 38
1.3 mi·2 min·Cypress Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on US 84; GA 38
7.2 mi·10 min·US-84
30
Turn left
109 ft·9 sec
31
Turn right
119 ft·8 sec
32
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 3-hour and 58-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider an early morning departure from Albany, GA, to maximize your daylight hours and allow for any unforeseen delays. With only one recommended stop on this 172.4-mile journey, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a major town could be over 90 miles on US 82.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.2 miles from Albany, GA, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.7 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 38 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.2 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Walthourville, 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 172.4 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 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 US 82 for about 93.7 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 113 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Pine Avenue
Depart onto Pine Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|North Front Street
Enter roundabout onto North Front Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip|~1m in|South Broadway Street
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
108.1 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|Albany Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Albany Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
113 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|US 84; US 1 Business; GA 38 / Plant Avenue
Turn left onto US 84; US 1 Business; GA 38 / Plant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.96 one way
$53.92 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$29.48
$58.96
premium
$4.70
$31.91
$63.82
diesel
$5.61
$38.06
$76.13
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.7
0
$18.10
$8.28
Efficient EV
43.1
0
$15.08
$6.90
EV Truck/SUV
69
0
$24.14
$11.03
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Morning
in Albany on Sunday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Walthourville, GA
Morning
in Walthourville on Sunday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
3h 58m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 80% of the mileage on major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 93.7 miles on US 82, which will likely be the longest uninterrupted segment. The character of the drive is consistent, emphasizing efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. Expect a steady pace as you cover the distance on these well-traveled highways.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.7 mi on US 82.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and US 84. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pine Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 58m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pine Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (North Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
The longest stretch is about 93.7 miles on US 82. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pine Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (North Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Walthourville, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
