Origin
Gainesville, GA
Afternoon in Gainesville on Monday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gainesville, GA to Albany, GA
Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
232.4 mi
374 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 23m
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6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 59m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gainesville, GA
Jamie Kimball
Albany, GA
Anna Shvets
Trip Overview
The drive from Gainesville, GA to Albany, GA covers 232.4 miles and takes about 3h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast, E, I 985 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.19 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
116.2 miles from Gainesville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 35m drive with frequent turns across 232.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 35m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gainesville, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| E | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 985 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lanier Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 285 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 285 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 675 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on Green Street
36 ft
·
4 sec
·
Green Street
2
Turn right onto Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast
184 ft
·
5 sec
·
Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast
3
Turn right onto E. E. Butler Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
E. E. Butler Parkway
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 985 South: Atlanta
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 985 South: Atlanta
5
Merge slight left onto Lanier Parkway
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Lanier Parkway
6
Merge slight left
6.6 mi
·
7 min
7
Keep slight right
10 mi
·
10 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 285 Bypass East: Augusta, Macon
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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I 285 Bypass East: Augusta, Macon
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 285 South: Augusta, Macon
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
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I 285 South: Augusta, Macon
10
Merge slight left onto Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Atlanta Bypass / The Perimeter
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 675 South: Macon
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 675 South: Macon
12
Continue on Terrell Starr Parkway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Terrell Starr Parkway
13
Merge slight left
49 mi
·
53 min
14
Keep slight right to continue on Larry Justice Highway
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
15
Merge slight left onto Fall Line Freeway
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
Fall Line Freeway
16
Take the exit slight right toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
17
Turn right onto Georgia-Florida Parkway
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Georgia-Florida Parkway
18
Continue on Cordele Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Cordele Road
19
Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Old Cordele Road
20
Turn straight onto Sylvester Highway
449 ft
·
11 sec
·
Sylvester Highway
21
Continue on East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
22
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
364 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Broadway Street
23
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Broad Avenue
24
Turn right onto North Front Street
512 ft
·
13 sec
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North Front Street
25
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pine Avenue
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Avenue
26
Exit the roundabout onto Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pine Avenue
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.2 miles from Gainesville, GA, or about 1h 47m 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 80 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.2 miles or 1h 47m 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 56m
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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, GA
This is one driving day of about 232.4 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gainesville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.2 mi from Gainesville, GA · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 116.2 miles from Gainesville, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Albany, 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
$37.19 one way
$74.39 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $40.52 | $81.05 |
| premium | $4.78 | $43.72 | $87.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $51.63 | $103.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.7 | 0 | $24.40 | $11.16 |
| Efficient EV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.34 | $9.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93 | 1 | $32.54 | $14.87 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Monday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 35m 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 Gainesville, GA to Albany, GA covers 232.4 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast, E, I 985 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 116.2 miles from Gainesville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 3h 35m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gainesville, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gainesville, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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