Origin
Cedartown, GA
Late night in Cedartown on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedartown, GA to Albany, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 22m
Distance
206.2 mi
332 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 9m
★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 49m
10 AM
4h 31m
12 PM
4h 29m
3 PM
4h 33m
5 PM
4h 47m
8 PM
4h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cedartown, GA
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Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
This 206.2-mile journey from Cedartown, Georgia, to Albany, Georgia, is a manageable one-day drive, estimated to take about 4 hours and 22 minutes. You'll primarily be traveling on Chet Atkins Parkway and US 27, with Martha Berry Highway also playing a role. The route is a mixed drive, offering a varied experience across the Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of around $32, it's an economical option for a road trip. You'll find one recommended stop along the way, making it easy to break up the drive without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
103.1 miles from Cedartown, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chet Atkins Parkway | 41.7 mi | 45m |
| Martha Berry Highway | 31.7 mi | 37m |
| US 27 | 23.4 mi | 30m |
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
Chet Atkins Parkway
— 41.7 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedartown, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on West Avenue
296 ft
·
11 sec
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West Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 100
23 mi
·
30 min
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US 27; GA 1; GA 100
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 27; GA 1
11 mi
·
17 min
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North Park Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 27; GA 1
32 mi
·
37 min
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Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 27; GA 1
7.5 mi
·
11 min
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New Franklin Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on US 27; US 29; GA 1; GA 14
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Morgan Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 27; GA 1; GA 219
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Whitesville Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Hamilton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 185 South: Columbus
11
Merge onto I 185
42 mi
·
45 min
·
Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1A
Toward US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA 520 East: Cusseta, Albany
13
Merge onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Victory Drive
14
Continue on US 280; GA 520
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 280; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 280; GA 520
15 mi
·
17 min
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US 280; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on GA 520
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Wall Street
17
Continue on GA 520
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North Parrott Street
18
Continue on GA 520
8.0 mi
·
9 min
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Columbus Highway
19
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Drive
20
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Roundtree Drive
21
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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Vine Street Northwest
22
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rountree Drive Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 82; GA 520
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Forrester Drive Southeast
24
Continue on US 82; GA 520
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Albany Highway
25
Turn straight onto US 82; GA 520
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway Street
26
Continue on US 82; GA 520
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Albany Highway
Use the straight lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; GA 520
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Liberty Expressway
Toward US 82 East, GA 520 East: Tifton, Camilla
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 5
Toward GA 91, GA 133: Jefferson Street, Downtown
29
Keep slight right at fork
239 ft
·
8 sec
Toward GA 91 South: Downtown, Newton
30
Turn straight onto GA 91
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Jefferson Street
Use the straight lane.
31
Turn left onto Pine Avenue
75 ft
·
1 sec
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Pine Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Pine Avenue
Trip Plan
For this approximately 4-hour and 22-minute drive, departing in the morning is advisable to allow ample time for your single recommended stop and to arrive in Albany with daylight. With a total distance of 206.2 miles and a highway share of 43%, you can comfortably complete this in one day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 41.7-mile stretch on Chet Atkins Parkway, as services might be less frequent during longer segments. The estimated fuel cost of $32 means you can budget effectively for this trip across Georgia.
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 103.1 miles from Cedartown, GA, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.7 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 45 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.1 miles or 2h 14m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cedartown, 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 Cedartown, GA
This is one driving day of about 206.2 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Cedartown, 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 41.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.1 miles from Cedartown, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 204.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 27; GA 1; GA 100
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 100
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
125.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m in
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
Exit 1A
Toward US 27 South, GA 1 South, US 280 East, GA...
6
199 mi into trip
|
~4h 10m in
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US 82; GA 520 / Liberty Expressway
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
Toward US 82 East, GA 520 East: Tifton, Camilla
7
204.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 91 South: Downtown, Newton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 91 South: Downtown, Newton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.25 one way
$64.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $35.26 | $70.51 |
| premium | $4.70 | $38.16 | $76.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.53 | $91.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.9 | 0 | $21.65 | $9.90 |
| Efficient EV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.04 | $8.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.5 | 1 | $28.87 | $13.20 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Albany, GA
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 22m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 170.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 43% of it being highway driving. The character of the road shifts, offering stretches of faster travel and more local road experiences. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.7 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway, providing a significant period of consistent driving before you transition to other segments. This blend means you won't be stuck on a monotonous interstate for the entire trip, allowing for a more engaging experience behind the wheel as you navigate through Georgia.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.7 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 around 0.1 miles in near US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
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 206.2 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: at 0.1 miles (US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (US 27; GA 1; GA 100): Lane positioning matters here; at 125.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Albany, GA
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 206.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.7 miles on Chet Atkins Parkway. 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.
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 Albany, 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: at 0.1 miles (US 27 Business; GA 1 Business / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (US 27; GA 1; GA 100): Lane positioning matters here; at 125.7 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Albany, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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