Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
183.5 mi
295 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bremen, GA
Karina Badura
Albany, GA
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Bremen to Albany is 183.5 miles and takes about 3h 52m via Chet Atkins Parkway, Martha Berry Highway, and US 280, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Southeast region of Georgia to another part of the Southeast, staying within the Peach State. It's a manageable, mixed-terrain trip that can easily be completed in a single day, making it ideal for a quick getaway or transit. Plan for a straightforward journey with a reasonable fuel cost, perfect for those looking for an uncomplicated drive.
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
91.7 miles from Bremen, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chet Atkins Parkway | 41.7 mi | 45m |
| Martha Berry Highway | 31.7 mi | 37m |
| US 280 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| Wall Street | 16 mi | 19m |
| Albany Highway | 14.2 mi | 17m |
| Victory Drive | 11.6 mi | 15m |
| North Park Street | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| Columbus Highway | 8 mi | 9m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, GA and Albany, GA.
Start on this road
Turn sharp left onto US 27 Business; 1 Business
Continue on US 27 Business; 1 Business
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
Continue on US 27; GA 1
Continue on US 27; GA 1
Continue on US 27; US 29; GA 1; GA 14
Continue on US 27; GA 1; GA 219
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
Take the exit
Merge onto I 185
Take the exit
Merge onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
Continue on US 280; GA 520
Continue on US 280; GA 520
Continue on GA 520
Continue on GA 520
Continue on GA 520
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Turn straight onto US 82; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; GA 520
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto GA 91
Turn left onto Pine Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given the 3h 52m estimated drive time, leaving Bremen in the morning allows you to reach Albany with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one planned stop suggested, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 41.7 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway, as fuel availability can vary. The total fuel cost is estimated at $29, so factor that into your budget for this one-day trip.
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.
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 40 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.7 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bremen, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Bremen, GA
This is one driving day of about 183.5 miles and 3h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 91.7 miles from Bremen, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 181.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp left onto US 27 Business; 1 Business / Hamilton Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Take the exit toward US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA 520 East: Cusseta, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; GA 520 / Liberty Expressway toward US 82 East, GA 520 East: Tifton, Camilla
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward GA 91, GA 133: Jefferson Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 91 South: Downtown, Newton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$28.70 one way
$57.39 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $31.38 | $62.75 |
| premium | $4.70 | $33.96 | $67.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.51 | $81.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.1 | 0 | $19.27 | $8.81 |
| Efficient EV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.06 | $7.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.4 | 0 | $25.69 | $11.74 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bremen on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 36% of it on highways. You'll encounter the Chet Atkins Parkway for a significant stretch of 41.7 miles, providing a good amount of uninterrupted driving. The road character shifts between faster highway sections and potentially more local road segments as you navigate through Georgia. Expect a varied driving feel, from cruising on main arteries to potentially more winding or slower sections as you approach your destination.
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 US 27 Business; 1 Business / Hamilton Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 183.5 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 (US 27 Business; 1 Business / Hamilton Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 103 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.3 miles (US 82; GA 520 / Liberty Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 183.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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