Origin
Centerville, GA
Afternoon in Centerville on Monday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Centerville, GA to Valdosta, GA
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
118.4 mi
191 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
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6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Valdosta, GA
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Centerville, GA to Valdosta, GA covers 118.4 miles and takes about 2h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 84, US 27, East Screven Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.2 miles on US 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.95 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
59.2 miles from Centerville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 39m highway drive covering 118.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 84 and US 27. The longest continuous stretch is about 57.2 miles on US 84.
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 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 57.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US 27. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near US 27; GA 1.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (US 27; GA 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.3 miles (US 84 BUS; GA 38 BUS): Lane positioning matters here; at 118 miles (North Oak Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 27; GA 1
Turn right onto US 27; GA 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
75.3 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
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US 84 BUS; GA 38 BUS
Turn left onto US 84 BUS; GA 38 BUS
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
118 mi into trip
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~2h 38m in
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North Oak Street
Turn left onto North Oak Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
118.2 mi into trip
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~2h 38m in
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West Valley Street
Turn right onto West Valley Street
Navigation decision point
5
118.3 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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North Toombs Street
Turn left onto North Toombs Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 84 | 57.2 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 27 | 32.9 mi | 41m |
| East Screven Street | 14.5 mi | 19m |
| Damascus-Hilton Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Cairo Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| West Hill Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| US 84 BUS | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| North Madison Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 84
— 57.2 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, GA and Valdosta, GA.
1
Start on Damascus-Hilton Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Damascus-Hilton Road
2
Continue on Hilton Damascus Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Hilton Damascus Road
3
Turn right onto US 27; GA 1
1.5 mi
·
1 min
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US 27; GA 1
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 27; GA 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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US 27; GA 1
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 27; GA 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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US 27; GA 1
6
Continue on US 27; GA 1
29 mi
·
36 min
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US 27; GA 1
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on US 84; GA 38
18 mi
·
23 min
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US 84; GA 38
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 84; GA 38
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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US 84; GA 38
9
Continue on US 84; GA 38
8.0 mi
·
13 min
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US 84; GA 38
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 84; GA 38
5.3 mi
·
6 min
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US 84; GA 38
11
Continue on Cairo Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Cairo Road
12
Continue on North Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
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North Boulevard
13
Turn straight onto US 84 BUS; GA 38 BUS
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Madison Street
14
Turn left onto US 84 BUS; GA 38 BUS
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 84 BUS; GA 38 BUS
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on US 84; GA 38
24 mi
·
29 min
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US 84; GA 38
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 84; US 221; GA 38; GA 76; GA 333
15 mi
·
19 min
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East Screven Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 84; US 221; GA 38
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Hill Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto North Oak Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Oak Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Turn right onto West Valley Street
468 ft
·
18 sec
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West Valley Street
20
Turn left onto North Toombs Street
222 ft
·
11 sec
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North Toombs Street
21
Turn right onto J.L. Lomax Drive
454 ft
·
19 sec
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J.L. Lomax Drive
22
Arrive at destination
J.L. Lomax Drive
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.2 miles from Centerville, GA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.2 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 80 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.2 miles or 1h 17m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Valdosta, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Centerville, 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 Centerville, GA
This is one driving day of about 118.4 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Centerville, 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 84 for about 57.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.2 mi from Centerville, GA · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.2 miles from Centerville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Valdosta, GA
The final approach into Valdosta, 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 Valdosta, 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
$18.95 one way
$37.90 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $20.65 | $41.29 |
| premium | $4.78 | $22.27 | $44.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.30 | $52.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.43 | $5.68 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.36 | $4.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.58 | $7.58 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Valdosta, GA
Afternoon in Valdosta on Monday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 39m 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 Centerville, GA to Valdosta, GA covers 118.4 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 84, US 27, East Screven 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 59.2 miles from Centerville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.95 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.
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 2h 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (US 27; GA 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.3 miles (US 84 BUS; GA 38 BUS): Lane positioning matters here; at 118 miles (North Oak Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Centerville, GA to Valdosta, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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