Origin
Albany, GA
Morning in Albany on Saturday
Local time
11:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, GA to Lakeland, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
81.9 mi
132 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Albany, GA to Lakeland, GA covers 81.9 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on GA 37, GA 133, Moultrie Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.3 miles on GA 37. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.81 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.9 miles from Albany, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 81.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 54m highway drive covering 81.9 miles, with most of the trip on GA 37 and GA 133. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.3 miles on GA 37.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 37 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 37 and GA 133. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pine Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Pine Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (North Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Pine Avenue
Depart onto Pine Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Front Street
Enter roundabout onto North Front Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
South Broadway Street
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
GA 234 / East Oakridge Drive
Turn left onto GA 234 / East Oakridge Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
38.5 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
GA 37
Turn sharp left onto GA 37
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 37 | 43.3 mi | 1h 4m |
| GA 133 | 19.8 mi | 22m |
| Moultrie Road | 13.6 mi | 18m |
| North Veterans Parkway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Radium Springs Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Oakridge Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Broad Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Pine Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
GA 37
— 43.3 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, GA and Lakeland, GA.
1
Start on Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pine Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Enter roundabout onto North Front Street
75 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Front Street
3
Continue on North Front Street
510 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Front Street
4
Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Broad Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
365 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Broadway Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on Radium Springs Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Radium Springs Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Turn left onto GA 234
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oakridge Drive
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on GA 234
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Moultrie Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right
118 ft
·
3 sec
10
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 133
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
GA 133
11
Continue on GA 133
11 mi
·
13 min
·
GA 133
12
Continue on US 319; GA 35; GA 133
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Veterans Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn sharp left onto GA 37
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 37
Use the left lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto GA 37
111 ft
·
1 sec
·
GA 37
15
Continue on GA 37
42 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
GA 37
Use the right lane.
16
Turn straight onto US 129; GA 11; GA 37; GA 122
413 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 129; US 221; GA 11; GA 31; GA 37; GA 122; GA 135
Trip Plan
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 40.9 miles from Albany, GA, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.3 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 54m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeland, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Albany, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albany, GA
This is one driving day of about 81.9 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Albany, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on GA 37 for about 43.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.9 mi from Albany, GA · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.9 miles from Albany, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lakeland, GA
The final approach into Lakeland, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.81 one way
$25.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.00 | $28.01 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.16 | $30.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.08 | $36.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.47 | $5.24 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Lakeland, GA
Morning in Lakeland on Saturday
Local time
11:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
1 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
1h 54m 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 Albany, GA to Lakeland, GA covers 81.9 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 37, GA 133, Moultrie Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.9 miles from Albany, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.81 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 81.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Pine Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (North Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Albany, GA to Lakeland, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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