Origin
Ellaville, GA
Late night in Ellaville on Sunday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ellaville, 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
1h 8m
Distance
50.9 mi
82 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ellaville, GA
Marcella Soáres
Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
Ellaville, GA to Albany, GA is 50.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 8 minutes via US 19, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Georgia, making it a simple hop between two points in the Southeast. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey, with very little deviation from main thoroughfares. Given its short length and minimal stops, this route is ideal for a quick day trip or an easy add-on to another adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 19 | 38 mi | 47m |
| Walnut Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| North Jefferson Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Old Leesburg Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| US 19 Bypass | 2 mi | 2m |
| West Oglethorpe Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Forester Parkway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pine Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 19
— 38 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellaville, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on GA 26
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Oglethorpe Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Enter roundabout onto US 19; GA 3
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
US 19; GA 3
3
Continue on US 19; GA 3
38 mi
·
47 min
·
US 19; GA 3
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit onto US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass
Use the slight right lane.
5
Continue on US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass; GA 32
318 ft
·
9 sec
·
US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass; GA 32
Use the right lane.
6
Turn right onto US 19; GA 3
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Walnut Street
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto GA 133
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Forester Parkway
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto GA 133
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Leesburg Road
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on GA 133
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Jefferson Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto Pine Avenue
75 ft
·
1 sec
·
Pine Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Pine Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Ellaville, 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 45.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 26 / West Oglethorpe Street
Depart onto GA 26 / West Oglethorpe Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
38.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass
Take the exit onto US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
40.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street
Turn right onto US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
45.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
GA 133 / Forester Parkway
Turn left onto GA 133 / Forester Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
45.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
GA 133 / Old Leesburg Road
Turn right onto GA 133 / Old Leesburg Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.96 one way
$15.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.70 | $17.41 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.42 | $18.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
36 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 8m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 79% of the journey utilizing major roads like US 19. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 38 miles on US 19, which means you can settle in for a good period of consistent driving. The road maintains a steady pace, characteristic of its highway nature, without many abrupt changes or winding local sections. Think of it as a direct connection, prioritizing efficiency over varied scenery.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on US 19.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 19 and Walnut Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 26 / West Oglethorpe Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m 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: near the start (GA 26 / West Oglethorpe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.7 miles (US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles (US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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 1h 8m. Total distance: 50.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38 miles on US 19. 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 26 / West Oglethorpe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.7 miles (US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles (US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Albany, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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