Spanning 93.8 miles across Georgia’s Southeast region, this trip from Eastman to Albany is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 42 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel, making this an affordable option for a quick transit between these two cities. Navigating through local streets rather than interstate corridors keeps the experience feeling grounded and simple. Whether you are traveling for business or a personal visit, this route offers a practical connection that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.8 miles from Eastman, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
GA 300
34.2 mi
42m
East Main Street
25.2 mi
37m
Abbeville Highway
13.7 mi
18m
Old Hatley Road
3.2 mi
4m
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi
4m
Rhine-Abbeville Highway
2.5 mi
3m
Penia Road South
1.9 mi
2m
Griffin Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
GA 300
— 34.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eastman, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on College Street
130 ft·7 sec·College Street
2
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
250 ft·14 sec·4th Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 23; US 341 Business; GA 27 Business; GA 87; GA 117
0.3 mi·47 sec·Oak Street
4
Turn right onto GA 87; GA 117
1.1 mi·2 min·Griffin Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on GA 87; GA 117
0.9 mi·1 min·Rhine Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto GA 87
14 mi·18 min·Abbeville Highway
7
Turn right onto US 280; GA 30
2.5 mi·3 min·Rhine-Abbeville Highway
8
Continue on US 280; GA 30
25 mi·37 min·East Main Street
9
Turn left onto Penia Road South
1.9 mi·2 min·Penia Road South
10
Turn right onto Old Hatley Road
3.2 mi·4 min·Old Hatley Road
11
Turn slight left onto GA 300
34 mi·42 min·GA 300
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Cordele Road
0.3 mi·41 sec·Cordele Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
0.2 mi·21 sec·Old Cordele Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
449 ft·10 sec·Sylvester Highway
15
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
2.9 mi·4 min·East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
365 ft·16 sec·South Broadway Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi·46 sec·East Broad Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto North Front Street
510 ft·12 sec·North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
110 ft·2 sec·Pine Avenue
20
Continue on Pine Avenue
0.4 mi·44 sec·Pine Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Pine Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to worry about complex stop-overs or rest breaks. You should keep a close eye on your navigation while traveling through local roads, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires your full attention. Because there are no designated stops included in the itinerary, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, keeping that $15 budget in mind. If you are prone to fatigue, consider the lack of highway stretches as an opportunity to take advantage of local pull-offs or town centers along the way. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic times on these smaller streets will help ensure a smoother, more predictable arrival in Albany.
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 43.8 miles from Eastman, GA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 19 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 1h 3m 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 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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Open the route before leaving Eastman, 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 Eastman, GA
This is one driving day of about 87.6 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Eastman, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on GA 300 for about 34.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 87.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|GA 87; GA 117 / Griffin Avenue
Turn right onto GA 87; GA 117 / Griffin Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
83.4 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|Old Cordele Road
Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
86.6 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|South Broadway Street
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
86.7 mi into trip|~2h in|East Broad Avenue
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
87.2 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|Pine Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.70 one way
$27.40 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.98
$29.96
premium
$4.70
$16.21
$32.43
diesel
$5.61
$19.34
$38.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.3
0
$9.20
$4.20
Efficient EV
21.9
0
$7.66
$3.50
EV Truck/SUV
35
0
$12.26
$5.61
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Eastman, GA
Afternoon
in Eastman on Saturday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Albany, GA
Afternoon
in Albany on Saturday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
23 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
2h 2m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on major highways, as the route relies entirely on local roads like 4th Avenue, Oak Street, and Griffin Avenue. This configuration means you should be prepared for frequent turns and a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical highway travel. Because the path is composed of local roads, you won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed pavement. Instead, you'll navigate through the heart of the landscape, providing a consistent feel from start to finish.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.2 mi on GA 300.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near GA 87; GA 117 / Griffin Avenue.
Driving Effort5/10
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 87.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.4 miles (GA 87; GA 117 / Griffin Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.4 miles (Old Cordele Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.6 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Albany is a city of 72,000 people (2019) in Dougherty County in Georgia's Plantation Midlands region. It is part of the Black Belt, the extensive area in the Deep South of cotton plantations. During 1961–1962, African Americans in Albany played a prominent role in the Civil Rights Movement, founding the Albany Movement, a desegregation and voters' rights coalition formed in 1961. Ray Charles, the singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer, was born here, and is remembered in a park with a statue.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 87.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.2 miles on GA 300. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (GA 87; GA 117 / Griffin Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.4 miles (Old Cordele Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.6 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Albany, GA before heading back.
