Origin
Broxton, GA
Late night in Broxton on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
84.2 mi
136 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broxton, GA
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Albany, GA
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This straightforward 84.2-mile drive from Broxton to Albany, Georgia, is a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, estimated to take about 2 hours and 4 minutes. Primarily following US 82 and US 319, this route offers a consistent highway experience, making it an efficient way to travel within the Southeast region. With a projected fuel cost of around $13, it's an economical choice for a road trip. The drive is designed for practicality, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stop, giving you more time to enjoy Albany.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Broxton, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 34.7 mi | 49m |
| US 319 | 17.4 mi | 24m |
| Douglas Highway | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| Ambrose Road | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Sylvester Highway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Vickers Crossing Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Ocilla Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Broxton, GA and Albany, GA.
Start on Ocmulgee Street West
Turn left onto US 441; GA 31; GA 268
Turn left onto GA 268
Continue on GA 268
Turn right onto GA 32
Continue on GA 32
Continue on US 319; GA 35
Turn right onto US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Continue on US 82; GA 520
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
Turn right onto North Front Street
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
Continue on Pine Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given its manageable 2-hour duration, this trip from Broxton to Albany is best tackled in one go, allowing for maximum flexibility. Departing in the morning will give you ample daylight to explore Albany upon arrival. Fuel costs are estimated at a low $13, so you likely won't need to worry about finding many service stations, but it's always wise to top off before departing Broxton. Watch for the transition onto Douglas Highway as you approach your destination.
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.
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 19 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, GA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Broxton, 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 Broxton, GA
This is one driving day of about 84.2 miles and 2h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Broxton, 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 41.5 and 83.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto North Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$13.17 one way
$26.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.40 | $28.79 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.58 | $31.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.59 | $37.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.84 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 Broxton on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Albany on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
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.
Expect a highway-focused journey for most of this trip, with 62% of the drive on higher-speed roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 34.7 miles on US 82, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. The route largely maintains a consistent character, emphasizing efficiency over varied scenery. While not a winding or particularly technical drive, its straightforward nature makes it easy to navigate and maintain a steady pace.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and US 319. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 41.5 miles in near US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 41.5 miles (US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.2 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.3 miles (East Broad Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Founded 1836
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.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
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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