Origin
Acworth, GA
Evening in Acworth on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Acworth, GA to Albany, GA
Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
213.9 mi
344 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 54m
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6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
3h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Acworth, GA
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Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Acworth to Albany covers 213.9 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 7 minutes. This route is a straightforward, highway-focused journey through the Southeast, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $34 for fuel to complete the trek. Because the drive is relatively efficient, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics unless you prefer a slower pace. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, the trip is designed for direct travel rather than a multi-day expedition.
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
107 miles from Acworth, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive dominated by major thoroughfares, with 89% of your journey taking place on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-75, the Fall Line Freeway, and the Georgia-Florida Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, where you will cover 96.2 miles on I-75. As you transition from the interstate to the parkway and freeway segments, the pace of the drive shifts from high-traffic corridors to more consistent, steady highway cruising. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 96.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fall Line Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36.2 miles in near I 75.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 213.9 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 36.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 101 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 174 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
36.2 mi into trip
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~45m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
101 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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I 475 / Larry Justice Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
8
174 mi into trip
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~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, A...
6
209.7 mi into trip
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~3h 59m in
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Old Cordele Road
Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
213.5 mi into trip
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~4h 6m in
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Pine Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 96.2 mi | 1h 49m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 56.9 mi | 1h |
| Georgia-Florida Parkway | 35.1 mi | 43m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| James Wendell George Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Cowan Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 96.2 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Acworth, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto Cowan Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Cowan Road
3
Continue on GA 92
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Cherokee Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 75 South: Atlanta
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
31 mi
·
37 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Continue on I 75; I 85
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Wendell George Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
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I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
16 mi
·
17 min
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Larry Justice Highway
Exit 177
Toward I 475 South: Valdosta
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 75; GA 540
57 mi
·
1 hr
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Fall Line Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto GA 300
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Georgia-Florida Parkway
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on Cordele Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Cordele Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Cordele Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
449 ft
·
10 sec
·
Sylvester Highway
15
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
365 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Broadway Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Broad Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto North Front Street
510 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
110 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Avenue
20
Continue on Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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Pine Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Pine Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic periods near the Acworth area. Since the route only requires one planned stop, you have plenty of flexibility to stretch your legs whenever you feel the need to break up the monotony. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the initial stretch on I-75, as highway speeds can impact your overall consumption. Planning for that single stop midway through the trip will keep you refreshed for the final miles leading into Albany. Since the drive is quite manageable, you can easily complete the entire distance in one session without feeling overly fatigued.
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 107 miles from Acworth, GA, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.2 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107 miles or 2h 3m 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 17m
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 Acworth, 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 Acworth, GA
This is one driving day of about 213.9 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Acworth, 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 75 for about 96.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107 mi from Acworth, GA · 2h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107 miles from Acworth, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.2 miles.
Arriving in Albany, GA
The final approach into Albany, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Albany, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.23 one way
$68.46 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $37.30 | $74.60 |
| premium | $4.78 | $40.24 | $80.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.52 | $95.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.2 | 0 | $22.46 | $10.27 |
| Efficient EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.72 | $8.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.6 | 1 | $29.95 | $13.69 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Evening in Albany on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Abbeville, GA
107 mi in
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 7m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Acworth, GA to Albany, GA covers 213.9 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Fall Line Freeway, Georgia-Florida Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107 miles from Acworth, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 213.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 36.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 101 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 174 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Acworth, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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