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
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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
Traffic on I-185
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,811 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,183
Quietest
2 AM
~87 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
20.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
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·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·US 27; GA 1; GA 100
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 27; GA 1
11 mi·17 min·North Park Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 27; GA 1
32 mi·37 min·Martha Berry Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 27; GA 1
7.5 mi·11 min·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·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 1AToward 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·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·North Parrott Street
18
Continue on GA 520
8.0 mi·9 min·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·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 5Toward 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·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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 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|~0m in|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|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
$30.44 one way
$60.89 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$33.45
$66.91
premium
$4.49
$36.47
$72.93
diesel
$4.80
$38.93
$77.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
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, 2026-07-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
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.
Forecast as of Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Cedartown, GA
Late night
in Cedartown on Sunday
Local time
3:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:23PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:22PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Destination
Albany, GA
Late night
in Albany on Sunday
Local time
3:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 mph34% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:23PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:22PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
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
1 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
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
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 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 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.
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
•Albany Municipal Auditorium — concert hall and multi-use auditorium in Albany, Georgia
•Old St. Teresa Catholic Church — church building in Albany, United States of America
•United States Post Office and Courthouse — historic building in Albany, Georgia
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.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
