Origin
Cuthbert, GA
Afternoon in Cuthbert on Wednesday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
44.7 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cuthbert, GA
Marcella Soáres
Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA covers 44.7 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Peachtree Street, Broad Street, Graves Station Road Southwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.99 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
22.3 miles from Cuthbert, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 44.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Peachtree Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Peachtree Street | — | — |
| Broad Street | — | — |
| Graves Station Road Southwest | — | — |
| Rountree Drive Southwest | — | — |
| Forrester Drive Southeast | — | — |
| Albany Highway | — | — |
| Highway Street | — | — |
| Liberty Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Peachtree Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cuthbert, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on West Dawson Street
148 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Dawson Street
2
Turn slight left onto Peachtree Street
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
Peachtree Street
3
Turn right onto Broad Street
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Broad Street
4
Continue on Graves Station Road Southwest
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Graves Station Road Southwest
5
Turn right onto Rountree Drive Southwest
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Rountree Drive Southwest
6
Continue on Forrester Drive Southeast
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Forrester Drive Southeast
7
Continue on Albany Highway
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Albany Highway
8
Turn straight onto Highway Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway Street
9
Continue on Albany Highway
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Albany Highway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Liberty Expressway
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Liberty Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward GA 91, GA 133: Jefferson Street, Downtown
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
GA 91, GA 133: Jefferson Street, Downtown
12
Keep slight right to continue on GA 91 South: Downtown, Newton
240 ft
·
9 sec
·
GA 91 South: Downtown, Newton
13
Turn straight onto North Jefferson Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Jefferson Street
14
Turn left onto Pine Avenue
75 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Avenue
15
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 22.3 miles from Cuthbert, GA, or about 25m into the drive.
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 10 miles or 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.3 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Cuthbert, GA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cuthbert, GA
This is one driving day of about 44.7 miles and 51m.
At 44.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.3 mi from Cuthbert, GA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Cuthbert, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Albany, GA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Albany, GA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.99 one way
$13.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.64 | $15.29 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Albany, GA
Afternoon in Albany on Wednesday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
51m 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 Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA covers 44.7 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Peachtree Street, Broad Street, Graves Station Road Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.3 miles from Cuthbert, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.99 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.
The drive from Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cuthbert, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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