Origin
Albany, GA
Afternoon in Albany on Saturday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, GA to Louisville, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 47m
Distance
159.6 mi
257 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 34m
★
6 AM
3h 47m
8 AM
4h 12m
10 AM
3h 56m
12 PM
3h 53m
3 PM
3h 57m
5 PM
4h 11m
8 PM
3h 39m
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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Louisville, GA
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
This 159.6-mile journey from Albany, GA to Louisville, GA is best tackled as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 47 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of around $25, this drive offers an economical way to travel within Georgia. You'll navigate primarily via GA 257 and Cordele Road, experiencing a route that involves frequent turns rather than long stretches of highway. The drive is relatively short, allowing for a flexible departure time and a relaxed pace. This trip stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79.8 miles from Albany, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| GA 257 | 38.5 mi | 54m |
| Cordele Road | 35.2 mi | 43m |
| Wrightsville Avenue | 14.9 mi | 20m |
| T L Bray Road | 14.2 mi | 20m |
| Chester - Dublin Highway | 12.9 mi | 18m |
| Empire-Chester Highway | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| Church Street | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Marcus Street | 4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
GA 257
— 38.5 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, GA and Louisville, 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
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broad Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Blaylock Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Blaylock Street
6
Turn right onto Clark Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Clark Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto GA 300
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Cordele Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I-75 North: Macon
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 102
Toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto GA 257
25 mi
·
34 min
·
GA 257
12
Turn straight onto GA 27; GA 257
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vienna Highway
13
Continue on GA 27; GA 257
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
McCormick Avenue
14
Merge onto US 129; US 341; GA 11; GA 27; GA 230; GA 257
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
15
Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 257
127 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 257
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Turn left onto US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto GA 257
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
GA 257
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto US 23; 87; 257
455 ft
·
7 sec
·
Golden Isles Highway
19
Continue on US 23; GA 87; GA 257
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Eastman Cochran Highway
20
Turn left onto GA 257
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Empire-Chester Highway
21
Turn slight left onto Carolina Avenue South
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Carolina Avenue South
22
Continue on GA 257
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Carolina Street
23
Continue on GA 257
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Chester-Dublin Highway
24
Continue on GA 257
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Chester - Dublin Highway
25
Enter roundabout onto GA 257
107 ft
·
4 sec
·
GA 257
26
Continue on GA 257
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 257
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on GA 257
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 257
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on GA 257
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
GA 257
Use the straight lane.
29
Turn left onto Academy Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Academy Avenue
Use the left lane.
30
Turn right onto Rowe Street
267 ft
·
14 sec
·
Rowe Street
31
Turn left onto West Madison Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Madison Street
32
Turn right onto US 80; US 319; GA 26; GA 29; GA 31
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Jackson Street
33
Continue on US 80; US 319; GA 26; GA 29; GA 31
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Drive
Use the straight lane.
34
Turn left onto US 319; GA 31
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Wrightsville Avenue
Use the left lane.
35
Continue on US 319; GA 31
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Elm Street
36
Continue on US 319; GA 78
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Marcus Street
37
Continue on US 319; GA 78
14 mi
·
20 min
·
T L Bray Road
38
Turn left onto US 221; GA 171
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Church Street
39
At end of road, turn right onto US 221; GA 24; GA 171
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 221; GA 24; GA 171
40
Turn right onto US 1 Business; 4 Business
43 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Broad Street
41
Arrive at destination
US 1 Business; 4 Business
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 47-minute duration, this drive is easily manageable in a single day, making it ideal for a spontaneous road trip. Plan to leave Albany, GA in the morning to arrive in Louisville, GA with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have the flexibility to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch without major intersections is 38.5 miles on GA 257, ensuring you have enough to reach your destination comfortably. The estimated fuel cost is $25.
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 79.8 miles from Albany, GA, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.5 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 35 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.8 miles or 1h 49m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Louisville, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Albany, 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 Albany, GA
This is one driving day of about 159.6 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Albany, 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 GA 257 for about 38.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.8 miles from Albany, 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 265 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 42 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Front Street
Enter roundabout onto North Front Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Clark Avenue
Turn right onto Clark Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
4.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
GA 300 / Cordele Road
Turn left onto GA 300 / Cordele Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
39.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Turn left toward I-75 North: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-75 North: Macon
8
42 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
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 102
Toward GA 257: Cordele, Hawkinsville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.96 one way
$49.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $27.29 | $54.58 |
| premium | $4.70 | $29.54 | $59.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.24 | $70.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.76 | $7.66 |
| Efficient EV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.96 | $6.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.34 | $10.21 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Louisville, GA
Afternoon in Louisville on Saturday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
5 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
3h 47m 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 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 159.6-mile route. With only 29% of the journey on highways, you'll be spending most of your time on state routes and local roads, including GA 257, Cordele Road, and Wrightsville Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.5 miles along GA 257. This suggests a driving experience with frequent changes in direction and likely more interaction with towns and local traffic, rather than a high-speed interstate cruise.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.5 mi on GA 257.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 26 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near North Front Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 159.6 miles you will encounter 26 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: at 0.4 miles (North Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.2 miles (Clark Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (GA 300 / Cordele Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Albany, GA to Louisville, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Hawkinsville along the way.
Hawkinsville
42 mi in
|
~54m
About the Cities
Starting in Albany, GA
Full guide →Albany is a city of 72,000 people (2019) in Dougherty County in Georgia's Plantation Midlands region. It is part of the Black Belt, the extensive area in the Deep South of cotton plantations. During 1961–1962, African Americans in Albany played a prominent role in the Civil Rights Movement, founding the Albany Movement, a desegregation and voters' rights coalition formed in 1961. Ray Charles, the singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer, was born here, and is remembered in a park with a statue.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 159.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.5 miles on GA 257. 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 Louisville, 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: at 0.4 miles (North Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.2 miles (Clark Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (GA 300 / Cordele Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Louisville, GA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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