Origin
Douglas, GA
Late night in Douglas on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Douglas, GA to Valdosta, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
58.7 mi
95 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Douglas, GA
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Valdosta, GA
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Trip Overview
Connecting Douglas to Valdosta, this 58.7-mile journey is a straightforward trek through the heart of Southeast Georgia. You can easily complete the drive in about 1 hour and 26 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the route is highly economical for those traveling between these two regional hubs. Because the total travel time is under two hours, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 221, South Peterson Avenue, and Lakeland Highway. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of errands, this route offers a simple and predictable transit experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 221 | 18.2 mi | 24m |
| South Peterson Avenue | 15.1 mi | 23m |
| Lakeland Highway | 13.9 mi | 18m |
| East Park Avenue | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| US 129 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Ashley Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| South Valdosta Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 221
— 18.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Douglas, GA and Valdosta, GA.
1
Start on this road
124 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto GA 32
61 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Ward Street
3
Turn left onto US 441; GA 31
15 mi
·
23 min
·
South Peterson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on US 221; US 441; GA 31; GA 64
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
6
Turn right onto US 221; GA 31; GA 64
18 mi
·
24 min
·
US 221; GA 31; GA 64
7
Turn slight right onto US 221; GA 31; GA 122
153 ft
·
6 sec
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US 221; GA 31; GA 122
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122
9
Turn left onto US 221; GA 31; GA 135
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Valdosta Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 221; GA 31
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Lakeland Highway
11
Continue on US 221; GA 31
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
East Park Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 7 Business
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Ashley Street
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 41 Business; GA 7 Business
477 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Magnolia Street
14
Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 7 Business
358 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Patterson Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto J.L. Lomax Drive
42 ft
·
1 sec
·
J.L. Lomax Drive
16
Arrive at destination
J.L. Lomax Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Douglas, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 32 / East Ward Street
Turn left onto GA 32 / East Ward Street
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 441; GA 31 / South Peterson Avenue
Turn left onto US 441; GA 31 / South Peterson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
38.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
US 221; GA 31; GA 135 / South Valdosta Road
Turn left onto US 221; GA 31; GA 135 / South Valdosta Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Ashley Street
Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Ashley Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Patterson Street
Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Patterson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.18 one way
$18.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.04 | $20.07 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.86 | $21.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.96 | $25.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Valdosta, GA
Late night in Valdosta on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Lakeland, GA
29 mi in
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
1h 26m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied as you transition between local roads and highways. You will spend roughly 35% of your time on highways, providing a balanced pace throughout the 58.7-mile distance. Expect a steady rhythm behind the wheel, punctuated by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 18.2 miles on US 221. The road infrastructure shifts from suburban connectors like South Peterson Avenue to more direct highway segments as you move south. It is a functional drive that trades high-speed monotony for a more grounded, regional transit experience.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on US 221.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 32 / East Ward Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 32 / East Ward Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 441; GA 31 / South Peterson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.3 miles (US 221; GA 31; GA 135 / South Valdosta Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Valdosta, GA
Full guide →Valdosta is the 10th largest city in the state of Georgia. It is located in Lowndes County, in the state's Plantation Midlands region. The population is about 50,000 people. Valdosta is one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia, where new buildings are always being built somewhere.
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 1h 26m. Total distance: 58.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on US 221. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 32 / East Ward Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 441; GA 31 / South Peterson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.3 miles (US 221; GA 31; GA 135 / South Valdosta Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Valdosta, GA before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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