Origin
Albany, GA
Night in Albany on Thursday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, GA to Senoia, GA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
143.7 mi
231 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 143.7-mile drive from Albany, GA to Senoia, GA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 10 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated around $22. The route primarily utilizes US 19 and GA 74, with a significant 82% of the drive being on highways. Given its manageable length and duration, this trip is ideal as a day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll be staying within the Southeast region for this entire trip.
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
71.9 miles from Albany, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 143.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route offers a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 82% of your travel time spent on faster roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 76 miles along US 19, which forms a significant portion of the drive. As you progress, the route transitions, incorporating sections of GA 74 and local roads like North Poplar Street as you approach your destination. This mix provides a consistent pace for most of the journey, with only minor variations closer to Senoia.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 19 is the longest continuous segment at about 76 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 19 and GA 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near GA 91 / North Jefferson Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 10m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 91 / North Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (GA 36 / South Green Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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GA 91 / North Jefferson Street
Turn right onto GA 91 / North Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
5.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street
Turn right onto US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
101.4 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
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GA 36 / South Green Street
Turn right onto GA 36 / South Green Street
Navigation decision point
5
103 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
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GA 74
Turn left onto GA 74
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
143.3 mi into trip
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~3h 9m in
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Broad Street
Turn right onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 19 | 76 mi | 1h 33m |
| GA 74 | 39.7 mi | 55m |
| North Poplar Street | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| Walnut Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| North Jefferson Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Old Leesburg Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Broad Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| US 19 Bypass | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 19
— 76 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, GA and Senoia, GA.
1
Start on Pine Avenue
75 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pine Avenue
2
Turn right onto GA 91
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Jefferson Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on GA 133
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Leesburg Road
4
Turn left onto GA 133
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Forester Parkway
5
Turn right onto US 19; GA 3
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Walnut Street
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass; GA 32
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 19 Bypass; GA 3 Bypass; GA 32
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto US 19; GA 3
38 mi
·
47 min
·
US 19; GA 3
Use the straight lane.
8
Enter roundabout onto US 19; GA 3
110 ft
·
3 sec
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US 19; GA 3
9
Continue on US 19; GA 3
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 19; GA 3
10
Continue on US 19; GA 3
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto US 19; GA 3
11 mi
·
13 min
·
North Poplar Street
12
Continue on US 19; US 80; GA 3; GA 22
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 19; US 80; GA 3; GA 22
13
Continue on US 19; GA 3
13 mi
·
16 min
·
US 19; GA 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto East Lee Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Lee Street
15
Turn right onto GA 36
308 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Green Street
16
Turn left onto GA 74
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Gordon Street
17
Turn left onto GA 74
17 mi
·
23 min
·
GA 74
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto GA 74; GA 85
23 mi
·
31 min
·
GA 74; GA 85
19
Turn left onto GA 16
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wells Street
20
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
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Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour, 10-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $22, planning is minimal. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 76 miles on US 19, so be sure to fuel up before embarking on that segment. Enjoy the flexibility this single-day trip offers – you can depart at your leisure and still have plenty of time to explore Senoia upon arrival.
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 71.9 miles from Albany, GA, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76 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 32 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.9 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Senoia, 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.
+
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 143.7 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 US 19 for about 76 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71.9 mi from Albany, GA · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.9 miles from Albany, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 19 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76 miles.
Arriving in Senoia, GA
The final approach into Senoia, 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 Senoia, 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
$22.47 one way
$44.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $24.57 | $49.14 |
| premium | $4.70 | $26.60 | $53.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.73 | $63.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.09 | $6.90 |
| Efficient EV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.57 | $5.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.5 | 0 | $20.12 | $9.20 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Senoia, GA
Night in Senoia on Thursday
Local time
11:00 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 10m 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 Senoia, GA covers 143.7 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 19, GA 74, North Poplar Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71.9 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 $22.47 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 10m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (GA 91 / North Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (US 19; GA 3 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (GA 36 / South Green Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Albany, GA to Senoia, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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