Origin
Enigma, GA
Morning in Enigma on Friday
Local time
7:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enigma, GA to Albany, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enigma, GA
Michael Hall
Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 52.4-mile drive from Enigma, GA to Albany, GA is a quick trip, clocking in at about 1 hour and 15 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, perfect for a morning excursion or an afternoon arrival. The route predominantly follows US 82 and Sylvester Highway, making up 85% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of just $8, this economical drive through Georgia's Southeast region is easy on the wallet. You won't need an overnight stay; this is a simple point-to-point journey designed for efficiency.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 52.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 52.4-mile trip. With 85% of the drive on main roads like US 82 and Sylvester Highway, you'll spend most of your time on faster-paced routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a solid 44.3 miles, allowing for a consistent pace without frequent interruptions. This isn't a winding country road adventure; it's a direct path, primarily characterized by its highway nature, making it a predictable and efficient drive from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 82 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and Sylvester Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 82; GA 520.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 5 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 82; GA 520): Navigation decision point; at 51.4 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.5 miles (East Broad Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 82; GA 520
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520
Navigation decision point
5
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
South Broadway Street
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
East Broad Avenue
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
51.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
North Front Street
Turn right onto North Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
52 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Pine Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 44.3 mi | 1h 1m |
| Sylvester Highway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Pine Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Broad Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Front Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Broadway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 44.3 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enigma, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on North Main Street
102 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 82; GA 520
9.6 mi
·
12 min
·
US 82; GA 520
3
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 82; GA 520
32 mi
·
43 min
·
US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Sylvester Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
365 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Broadway Street
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Broad Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto North Front Street
510 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
110 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Avenue
11
Continue on Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pine Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Pine Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Enigma, GA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Enigma, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Albany, GA
The final approach into Albany, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.96 | $17.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.70 | $19.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Albany, GA
Morning in Albany on Friday
Local time
7:52 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 15m 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 Enigma, GA to Albany, GA covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 82, Sylvester Highway, East Oglethorpe Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from Enigma, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.19 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 1h 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82; GA 520): Navigation decision point; at 51.4 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.5 miles (East Broad Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Enigma, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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