Origin
Columbus, GA
Night in Columbus on Sunday
Local time
11:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbus, GA to Sylvester, GA
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
104.9 mi
169 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sylvester, GA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Columbus to Sylvester covers 104.9 miles across the Georgia landscape, a trip that typically takes about 2 hours and 17 minutes. Because this is a straightforward journey, it works perfectly as a manageable day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the transit. The route relies primarily on US 280, Victory Drive, and Wall Street, keeping you within the Southeast region for the duration of the drive. It is a practical choice if you are looking for a direct connection between these two cities without the need for multiple stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
52.4 miles from Columbus, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as only 26% of this route consists of highways. You will navigate a series of local roads that demand your focus, making the experience feel more hands-on than a typical highway trek. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 18.6 miles on US 280, which serves as the primary backbone of your journey. Since the road transitions frequently between different surface types and local streets, you should prepare for a drive that changes pace often. This isn't a high-speed corridor, so enjoy the technical nature of the navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 280 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 17m 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: near the start (US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520 / 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.9 miles (US 82; GA 520 / Liberty Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway
Depart onto US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520 / 4th Street
Turn left onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520 / 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
78.9 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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US 82; GA 520 / Liberty Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; GA 520 / Liberty Expressway toward US 82 East, GA 520 East: Tifton, Camilla
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 82 East, GA 520 East: Tifton, Camilla
6
87.1 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
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US 82; GA 520
Take the exit onto US 82; GA 520 toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
4
87.5 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
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US 82; GA 520 / Clark Avenue
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520 / Clark Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Columbus, GA and Sylvester, GA, road signs point toward Camilla and Tifton.
Camilla
78.9 mi in
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~1h 41m
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via US 82; GA 520
Tifton
87.1 mi in
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~1h 52m
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via US 82; GA 520
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 280 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| Victory Drive | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| Wall Street | 16 mi | 19m |
| Albany Highway | 14.2 mi | 17m |
| Sylvester Highway | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| Liberty Expressway | 8.1 mi | 10m |
| Columbus Highway | 8 mi | 9m |
| Clark Avenue | 5.4 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US 280
— 18.6 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, GA and Sylvester, GA.
1
Start on US 27; GA 1
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Veterans Parkway
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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4th Street
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520
16 mi
·
24 min
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Victory Drive
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US 280; GA 520
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 280; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 280; GA 520
15 mi
·
17 min
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US 280; GA 520
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on GA 520
16 mi
·
19 min
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Wall Street
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on GA 520
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North Parrott Street
8
Continue on GA 520
8.0 mi
·
9 min
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Columbus Highway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.5 mi
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43 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Drive
10
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Roundtree Drive
11
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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Vine Street Northwest
12
Continue on GA 45; GA 520
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rountree Drive Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 82; GA 520
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Forrester Drive Southeast
14
Continue on US 82; GA 520
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Albany Highway
Use the none lane.
15
Turn straight onto US 82; GA 520
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway Street
16
Continue on US 82; GA 520
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Albany Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 82; GA 520
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Liberty Expressway
Toward US 82 East, GA 520 East: Tifton, Camilla
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit onto US 82; GA 520
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 82; GA 520
Exit 3
Toward US 82 East, GA 520: Sylvester, Tifton
19
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520
5.4 mi
·
8 min
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Clark Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 82; GA 520
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Sylvester Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left
114 ft
·
8 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic. With no formal stops planned, you can easily complete the 2h 17m drive in one go, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out to ensure you stick to your $17 budget. Given that the route is turn-heavy, pay close attention to your GPS when navigating the transitions between Victory Drive and Wall Street. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential congestion. Staying alert on the local stretches is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in Sylvester.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.4 miles from Columbus, GA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.6 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.4 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sylvester, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Columbus, 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 Columbus, GA
This is one driving day of about 104.9 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Columbus, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 280 for about 18.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.4 mi from Columbus, GA · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 52.4 miles from Columbus, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sylvester, GA
The final approach into Sylvester, 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 Sylvester, 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
$16.79 one way
$33.58 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $18.29 | $36.58 |
| premium | $4.78 | $19.73 | $39.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.31 | $46.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.01 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.69 | $6.71 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Sylvester, GA
Night in Sylvester on Sunday
Local time
11:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Clio, AL
52 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
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 17m 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 Columbus, GA to Sylvester, GA covers 104.9 miles and takes about 2h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 280, Victory Drive, Wall Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.4 miles from Columbus, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.79 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 17m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 27; GA 1 / Veterans Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (US 27; US 280; GA 1; GA 520 / 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.9 miles (US 82; GA 520 / Liberty Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Columbus, GA and Sylvester, GA, road signs point toward Camilla and Tifton.
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