Trip from Adel, GA to Albany, GA

Drive Time

1h 22m

Distance

59.7 mi

96 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 16m ★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Adel, GA, GA

Adel, GA

Enam Sape

Downtown Albany, GA, GA

Albany, GA

Anna Shvets

Trip Overview

Connecting Adel to Albany, this 59.7-mile journey is an efficient trip that clocks in at approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $10 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for travelers moving across South Georgia. Navigating primarily via GA 33, West 4th Street, and the East Bypass, you will find the route straightforward and practical. It is an ideal connection if you are looking to move between these two Southeast hubs quickly and reliably. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day trip, the straightforward nature of this drive allows for significant flexibility in your personal schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

29.8 miles from Adel, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing highway efficiency with local road navigation. Approximately 56% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the 59.7-mile distance. You should prepare for a primary stretch of 32.7 miles on GA 33, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you transition from the state highway onto West 4th Street and the East Bypass, the road feel changes from a more open, sustained drive to a local navigational flow. Expect a consistent, functional road profile that requires your focus as you transition between these different roadway types throughout the drive.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Burwell Avenue.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 (North Burwell Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; near the start (GA 37; GA 76 / West 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles (GA 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Burwell Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto North Burwell Avenue

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | GA 37; GA 76 / West 4th Street

Turn right onto GA 37; GA 76 / West 4th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
5
20.3 mi into trip | ~31m in | GA 37

Enter roundabout onto GA 37

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
57.1 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | Radium Springs Road

Turn right onto Radium Springs Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
59.3 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in | Pine Avenue

Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
GA 33 32.7 mi 40m
West 4th Street 20.3 mi 30m
East Bypass 1.8 mi 2m
Radium Springs Road 1.6 mi 3m
GA 37 0.8 mi 1m
East Oakridge Drive 0.7 mi 1m
Moultrie Road 0.7 mi 1m
Pine Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: GA 33 — 32.7 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Adel, GA and Albany, GA.

1

Start on this road

109 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left onto North Burwell Avenue

151 ft · 10 sec · North Burwell Avenue
3

Turn right onto GA 37; GA 76

20 mi · 30 min · West 4th Street
Use the none lane.
4

Enter roundabout onto GA 37

125 ft · 2 sec · GA 37
5

Continue on GA 37

0.8 mi · 1 min · GA 37
6

Turn right onto US 319; GA 35; GA 133

1.8 mi · 2 min · East Bypass
Use the none lane.
7

Continue on GA 33; GA 133

33 mi · 40 min · GA 33; GA 133
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on GA 234

0.7 mi · 1 min · Moultrie Road
Use the none lane.
9

Turn straight onto GA 234

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Oakridge Drive
Use the none lane.
10

Turn right onto Radium Springs Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Radium Springs Road
Use the right lane.
11

Continue on South Broadway Street

419 ft · 17 sec · South Broadway Street
12

Turn left onto East Broad Avenue

0.4 mi · 46 sec · East Broad Avenue
Use the left lane.
13

Turn right onto North Front Street

510 ft · 12 sec · North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue

110 ft · 2 sec · Pine Avenue
15

Continue on Pine Avenue

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Pine Avenue
16

Arrive at destination

Pine Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 22-minute duration, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 59.7-mile route, you can easily drive straight through or build in your own breaks as needed. It is wise to keep that $10 fuel estimate in mind when planning your budget for the day. Before you head out, double-check your navigation for the transition points where you shift from GA 33 to the East Bypass, as these junctions are key to maintaining your momentum. This direct path is simple to manage, so use the extra time you save on the road to enjoy your arrival in Albany.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.8 miles from Adel, GA, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 59.7 miles or 1h 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 29.8 miles or 43m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 9m

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 Adel, 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 Adel, GA

This is one driving day of about 59.7 miles and 1h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Adel, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on GA 33 for about 32.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 29.8 mi from Adel, GA · 43m into the drive

Downtown Abbeville, GA, GA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Abbeville, GA

30 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

Abbeville, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 59.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Abbeville, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Adel, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

$9.55 one way

$19.11 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $10.41 $20.82
premium $4.78 $11.23 $22.46
diesel $5.64 $13.26 $26.53

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$35–$60

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.9 0 $6.27 $2.87
Efficient EV 14.9 0 $5.22 $2.39
EV Truck/SUV 23.9 0 $8.36 $3.82

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Adel, GA

Evening in Adel on Sunday

Local time

7:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, GA

Evening in Albany on Sunday

Local time

7:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

64°F

Abbeville, GA

30 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

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 22m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Adel, GA to Albany, GA covers 59.7 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 33, West 4th Street, East Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.8 miles from Adel, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Burwell Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; near the start (GA 37; GA 76 / West 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles (GA 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Adel, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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