Origin
Minnesota, GA
Late night in Minnesota on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minnesota, GA to Cordele, 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 9m
Distance
50.7 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Minnesota, GA
Jesse Yuqui
Cordele, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Minnesota to Cordele, Georgia, covers a straightforward 50.7-mile distance that typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it remains entirely within the Southeast region of the state. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly trip. Because the journey is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. Navigating this path involves a blend of Cordele Road, GA 112, and GA 133, offering a practical way to connect these two Georgia points. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive is simple enough to fit easily into your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cordele Road | 26.4 mi | 36m |
| GA 112 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| GA 133 | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| US 41 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Funston Doerun Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Pine Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ashburn Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Cordele Road
— 26.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnesota, GA and Cordele, GA.
1
Start on South Fain Street
26 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Fain Street
2
Turn sharp left onto CR 494
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Funston Doerun Road
3
Merge onto GA 133
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
GA 133
4
Turn right
192 ft
·
3 sec
5
Turn straight onto GA 112
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
GA 112
6
Turn right onto East Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Pine Street
7
Turn left onto GA 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on GA 33; GA 112
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Ashburn Highway
9
Turn left onto GA 33
26 mi
·
36 min
·
Cordele Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 41; GA 7
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US 41; GA 7
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto US 280; GA 30; GA 90
55 ft
·
1 sec
·
16th Avenue East
12
Arrive at destination
US 280; GA 30; GA 90
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 25.3 miles from Minnesota, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road
Turn sharp left onto CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 133
Merge onto GA 133
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
19 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
GA 33 / South Main Street
Turn left onto GA 33 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
20.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
GA 33 / Cordele Road
Turn left onto GA 33 / Cordele Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
46.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
US 41; GA 7
Turn left onto US 41; GA 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.93 one way
$15.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.67 | $17.34 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.19 | $22.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 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 | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
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
Cordele, GA
Late night in Cordele on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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 9m 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?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and state highways. With a highway share of 45%, the road offers a blend of varied driving conditions rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will spend a significant portion of your time on Cordele Road, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 26.4 miles. As you progress through the 50.7-mile journey, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to stay alert through the different road types. The route provides a balanced feel behind the wheel, combining the steady flow of GA 112 and GA 133 with the local segments that define this Georgia corridor.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.4 mi on Cordele Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 7 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 (CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (GA 133): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19 miles (GA 33 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 50.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.4 miles on Cordele Road. 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 (CR 494 / Funston Doerun Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (GA 133): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19 miles (GA 33 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cordele, 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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