Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
181.1 mi
291 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Walnut Grove, GA
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The drive from Albany, GA to Walnut Grove, GA covers 181.1 miles and takes about 3h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Cordele Road, Larry Justice Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 80.1 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.32 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.5 miles from Albany, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 41m. Total distance: 181.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
The drive from Albany, GA to Walnut Grove, GA covers 181.1 miles and takes about 3h 41m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near Clark Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 181.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Clark Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 97.1 miles (I 475 / Larry Justice Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Clark Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward I-75 North: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475 / Larry Justice Highway toward I 475 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward GA 36: Jackson, Barnesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Georgia Diagnostic Prison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Albany, GA and Walnut Grove, GA, road signs point toward Barnesville and Georgia Diagnostic Prison.
Barnesville
Georgia Diagnostic Prison
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 80.1 mi | 1h 25m |
| Cordele Road | 35.2 mi | 43m |
| Larry Justice Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| Covington Street | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| State Route 36 | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| Barnesville-Jackson Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| John R. Williams Highway | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| GA 81 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, GA and Walnut Grove, GA.
Start on Pine Avenue
Enter roundabout onto North Front Street
Continue on North Front Street
Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
Turn left onto Blaylock Street
Turn right onto Clark Avenue
Turn left onto GA 300
Turn left
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 475
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto GA 36
Continue on GA 36
Turn right onto US 23; GA 16; GA 36; GA 42
Turn left onto GA 36
Enter roundabout onto GA 36
Continue on GA 36
Enter roundabout onto GA 36
Continue on GA 36
Continue on GA 36
Turn right onto GA 36
Continue on GA 142
Continue on GA 81
Arrive at destination
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.
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 40 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.5 miles or 1h 46m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Walnut Grove, GA than in the middle of the route.
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.
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 181.1 miles and 3h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.5 mi from Albany, GA · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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.
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 90.5 miles from Albany, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.1 miles.
The final approach into Walnut Grove, 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 Walnut Grove, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$28.32 one way
$56.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $30.97 | $61.93 |
| premium | $4.70 | $33.52 | $67.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.98 | $79.97 |
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: 63.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.3 | 0 | $19.02 | $8.69 |
| Efficient EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.85 | $7.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.4 | 0 | $25.35 | $11.59 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Albany on Friday
Local time
2:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Walnut Grove on Friday
Local time
2:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
49°F
Jackson, GA
91 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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