Spanning 176.1 miles, this journey from Albany to Union Point takes you across the heart of Georgia. You should plan for a drive time of approximately 3 hours and 47 minutes, making this a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stop. Budget about $28 for fuel to complete the trek between these two Southeast locations. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you will experience a more grounded, steady pace through the state. It is an ideal option if you prefer a direct, no-fuss connection over the high-speed intensity of highway travel.
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
88 miles from Albany, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 44m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 176.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route maintains a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local corridors like North Front Street, West Broad Avenue, and Blaylock Street throughout the duration of the trip. The road personality favors a slower, more deliberate pace, requiring your full attention as you transition between these specific local thoroughfares. By avoiding the typical highway stretches, the drive offers a consistent, hands-on experience behind the wheel that reflects the local geography of central Georgia.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 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 57.1 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 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near Clark Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
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 176.1 miles you will encounter 21 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 2.2 miles (Clark Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 97.1 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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2.2 mi into trip|~4m in|Clark Avenue
Turn right onto Clark Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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97.1 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
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104.7 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Take the exit onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 16 East: Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 165
Toward I 16 East: Savannah
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105.4 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward US 129, GA 11, GA 49
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 129, GA 11, GA 49
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106.5 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 540 / North Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 540 / North Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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 Union Point, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
97.1 mi in|~1h 53m|via I 75; GA 540
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
57.1 mi
1h 1m
Cordele Road
35.2 mi
43m
Eatonton Highway
21.3 mi
29m
GA 44
18.7 mi
27m
Gray Highway
11.1 mi
14m
Fall Line Freeway
9.4 mi
11m
Gray Bypass
5.1 mi
6m
Union Point Highway
5.1 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 57.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, GA and Union Point, 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: MaconUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540
7.6 mi·8 min·Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Macon, SavannahUse the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto GA 540
0.7 mi·1 min·Fall Line Freeway
Exit 165Toward I 16 East: SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto GA 540
1.1 mi·1 min·Fall Line Freeway
Toward US 129, GA 11, GA 49Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 129; GA 11; GA 49; GA 540
0.3 mi·40 sec·North Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 129; GA 11; GA 49
11 mi·13 min·Gray Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto US 129; GA 11; GA 18; GA 22
5.1 mi·6 min·Gray Bypass
Use the left lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto US 129; GA 44
333 ft·4 sec·Eatonton Highway
17
Continue on US 129; GA 44
21 mi·29 min·Eatonton Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Continue on US 129; GA 44
0.5 mi·54 sec·Gray Highway
19
Continue on US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44
1.8 mi·3 min·Oak Street
20
Continue on US 129 Business; US 441 Business; GA 24 Business; GA 44
0.1 mi·21 sec·South Jefferson Avenue
21
Turn right onto GA 16; GA 44
1.2 mi·2 min·East Sumter Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto GA 44
19 mi·27 min·GA 44
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on GA 44
2.6 mi·4 min·South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn right onto US 278; GA 12; GA 15; GA 44
2.1 mi·3 min·East Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 278; GA 12; GA 44
5.1 mi·7 min·Union Point Highway
26
Turn left onto Scott Street
0.1 mi·33 sec·Scott Street
27
Turn left onto Carlton Avenue
319 ft·13 sec·Carlton Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
Carlton Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 47-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic patterns. You only need to build in one stop to keep your energy levels up during the 176.1-mile journey. Since you will be navigating local streets rather than interstates, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you remain on track through the various turns. Be sure to check your fuel levels before heading out to stay within your $28 estimated budget. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert at intersections, as the reliance on local roads means you will encounter more frequent changes in speed limits and traffic signals than on a standard highway drive.
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 88 miles from Albany, GA, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.1 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 39 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88 miles or 1h 44m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union Point, 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 176.1 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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 I 75 for about 57.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88 mi from Albany, GA
· 1h 44m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 109.3
Caution: River Trail periodically closed under I-16
Park Closure: BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.54 one way
$55.08 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$30.11
$60.22
premium
$4.70
$32.59
$65.18
diesel
$5.61
$38.88
$77.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.8
0
$18.49
$8.45
Efficient EV
44
0
$15.41
$7.04
EV Truck/SUV
70.4
0
$24.65
$11.27
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Albany, GA
Evening
in Albany on Friday
Local time
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Union Point, GA
Evening
in Union Point on Friday
Local time
5:00 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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Albany, GA to Union Point, GA covers 176.1 miles and takes about 3h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Cordele Road, Eatonton Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88 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 $27.54 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 176.1 miles you will encounter 21 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: at 2.2 miles (Clark Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 97.1 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.7 miles (GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Albany, GA to Union Point, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
