This 192.4-mile drive from Valdosta, GA to Rincon, GA is a straightforward trip through Georgia's Southeast region, achievable in approximately 4 hours and 3 minutes. It's well-suited for a single-day adventure, so you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. The route is predominantly highway, making it efficient for covering ground. With an estimated fuel cost of $30, it's a budget-friendly option for a quick journey. Expect a focused drive with minimal detours, perfect if you're looking to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
96.2 miles from Valdosta, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
64.6 mi
1h 9m
US 84
55 mi
1h 12m
Brunswick Highway
23.5 mi
31m
US 82
16.1 mi
20m
GA 99
15.8 mi
21m
GA 21
4.9 mi
5m
Augusta Road
3.3 mi
3m
East Hill Avenue
3.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 64.6 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdosta, GA and Rincon, GA.
1
Start on J.L. Lomax Drive
42 ft·4 sec·J.L. Lomax Drive
2
Turn right onto US 41 Business; GA 7 Business
0.2 mi·45 sec·North Patterson Street
3
Turn left onto US 84; US 221; GA 38
3.2 mi·5 min·East Hill Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 84; GA 38
9.8 mi·11 min·US 84; GA 38
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on US 84; GA 38
27 mi·37 min·US 84; GA 38
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
93 ft·2 sec·Main Street
7
Continue on Main Street
1.4 mi·2 min·Main Street
8
Enter roundabout onto US 84; GA 38
90 ft·2 sec·US 84; GA 38
9
Continue on US 84; GA 38
18 mi·23 min·US 84; GA 38
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Wadley Road
0.2 mi·20 sec·Wadley Road
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on Glenmore Avenue
1.1 mi·2 min·Glenmore Avenue
12
Continue on South Nicholls Street
0.2 mi·29 sec·South Nicholls Street
13
Turn right onto Francis Street
0.3 mi·37 sec·Francis Street
14
Turn slight right onto Jenkins Street
502 ft·16 sec·Jenkins Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto Screven Avenue
0.4 mi·38 sec·Screven Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 1 Business
1.1 mi·1 min·Memorial Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn straight
459 ft·20 sec
18
Merge onto US 82; GA 520
0.1 mi·12 sec·Reynolds Street
19
Continue on US 82; GA 520
23 mi·31 min·Brunswick Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 82; GA 520
4.8 mi·5 min·US 82; GA 520
21
Continue on US 82; GA 520
8.4 mi·11 min·US 82; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 82; GA 520
3.0 mi·3 min·US 82; GA 520
23
Turn left onto GA 99
13 mi·18 min·GA 99
Use the left lane.
24
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
120 ft·1 sec·GA 99
25
Continue on GA 99
2.4 mi·3 min·GA 99
26
Enter roundabout onto GA 99
152 ft·4 sec·GA 99
27
Continue on GA 99
0.3 mi·26 sec·GA 99
28
Enter roundabout
181 ft·3 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
29
Continue
0.5 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 North: Savannah
30
Merge onto I 95
55 mi·59 min·I 95
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
9.4 mi·10 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 109Toward GA 21: Port WentworthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight left at fork
393 ft·11 sec
Toward GA 21 North, GA 30 WestUse the left lane.
34
Merge onto GA 21; GA 30; I 3 FUT
3.3 mi·3 min·Augusta Road
Use the left lane.
35
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
2.2 mi·2 min·GA 21; I 3 FUT
36
Continue on GA 21; I 3 FUT
2.6 mi·3 min·GA 21; I 3 FUT
37
Turn right onto East Fourth Street
121 ft·3 sec·East Fourth Street
38
Arrive at destination
East Fourth Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, departing Valdosta in the morning will comfortably get you to Rincon well before evening. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey; consider a mid-drive break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $30, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before you leave Valdosta to avoid unnecessary stops. Keep an eye on the road signs for transitions between I-95 and US 84, as these are key points where the road character shifts.
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 96.2 miles from Valdosta, GA, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.6 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 42 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.2 miles or 2h 11m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rincon, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Valdosta, 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 Valdosta, GA
This is one driving day of about 192.4 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Valdosta, 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 I 95 for about 64.6 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 184.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Patterson Street
Turn right onto US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Patterson Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 84; US 221; GA 38 / East Hill Avenue
Turn left onto US 84; US 221; GA 38 / East Hill Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
174.4 mi into trip|~3h 42m in|I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
183.8 mi into trip|~3h 52m in
Take the exit toward GA 21: Port Wentworth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 109
Toward GA 21: Port Wentworth
9
184.1 mi into trip|~3h 53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward GA 21 North, GA 30 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward GA 21 North, GA 30 West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.09 one way
$60.17 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$32.90
$65.79
premium
$4.70
$35.61
$71.22
diesel
$5.61
$42.48
$84.96
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: 67.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.7
0
$20.20
$9.24
Efficient EV
48.1
0
$16.84
$7.70
EV Truck/SUV
77
0
$26.94
$12.31
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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 Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Valdosta, GA
Late night
in Valdosta on Tuesday
Local time
5:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Mostly Clear
W 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Destination
Rincon, GA
Late night
in Rincon on Tuesday
Local time
5:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
4 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 3m 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.
Fort Frederica National Monument
National Monument
War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida. Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ea...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 119.4
For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these fort...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
$10
near mile 172.5
St Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Here pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man an...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
$15
near mile 106.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of the journey utilizing major roads like I-95 and US 84. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 64.6-mile segment on I-95. While the majority is interstate, the inclusion of the Brunswick Highway offers a slight variation in the driving experience as you progress. It's a route designed for forward momentum rather than winding scenic byways, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the 192.4 miles.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Patterson Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 192.4 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: near the start (US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Patterson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 84; US 221; GA 38 / East Hill Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 174.4 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 192.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.6 miles on I 95. 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 Rincon, 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: near the start (US 41 Business; GA 7 Business / North Patterson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 84; US 221; GA 38 / East Hill Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 174.4 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Frederica National Monument, Fort Pulaski National Monument and Cumberland Island National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Rincon, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
