Trip from Moultrie, GA to Albany, GA

Drive Time

51m

Distance

38.5 mi

62 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 48m ★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Moultrie, GA, GA

Moultrie, GA

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Downtown Albany, GA, GA

Albany, GA

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Moultrie and Albany, this 38.5-mile journey is an efficient way to travel across the Southeast. Expect to spend about 51 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $6, it is an incredibly economical route for commuters or casual travelers. You will navigate primarily via GA 133, Sylvester Highway, and Radium Springs Road to reach your destination. Because the trip is short and simple, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head back whenever you are ready.

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

19.3 miles from Moultrie, GA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

Drive Character

This drive is a highway-focused experience, with roughly 80% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You will settle into a steady rhythm on GA 133, which serves as your longest uninterrupted stretch at 30.9 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, moving you efficiently through the landscape without the technical complexity of winding backroads. As you transition onto the Sylvester Highway and Radium Springs Road, the character of the drive remains predictable and functional. It is a no-nonsense route designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal distractions.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
GA 133 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on GA 133 and Sylvester Highway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 1st Street Northwest.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (1st Street Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (1st Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 319 Business; GA 33 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 1st Street Northwest

Turn right onto 1st Street Northwest

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 1st Avenue Northwest

Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northwest

Navigation decision point

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 319 Business; GA 33 / North Main Street

Turn left onto US 319 Business; GA 33 / North Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | Sylvester Highway

Enter roundabout onto Sylvester Highway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
38.1 mi into trip | ~51m in | Pine Avenue

Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
GA 133 30.9 mi 37m
Sylvester Highway 2.1 mi 3m
Radium Springs Road 1.6 mi 3m
North Main Street 1.1 mi 2m
East Oakridge Drive 0.7 mi 1m
Moultrie Road 0.7 mi 1m
Pine Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
East Broad Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: GA 133 — 30.9 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Moultrie, GA and Albany, GA.

1

Start on GA 37

314 ft · 9 sec · West Central Avenue
2

Turn right onto 1st Street Northwest

372 ft · 14 sec · 1st Street Northwest
Use the right lane.
3

Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northwest

381 ft · 20 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest
4

Turn left onto US 319 Business; GA 33

1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
Use the none lane.
5

Continue on US 319 Business; GA 33

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Tifton Highway
Use the none lane.
6

Enter roundabout onto Sylvester Highway

213 ft · 9 sec · Sylvester Highway
7

Continue on Sylvester Highway

2.1 mi · 3 min · Sylvester Highway
8

Turn left onto GA 133

31 mi · 37 min · GA 133
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on GA 234

0.7 mi · 1 min · Moultrie Road
Use the none lane.
10

Turn straight onto GA 234

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Oakridge Drive
Use the none lane.
11

Turn right onto Radium Springs Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Radium Springs Road
Use the right lane.
12

Continue on South Broadway Street

419 ft · 17 sec · South Broadway Street
13

Turn left onto East Broad Avenue

0.4 mi · 46 sec · East Broad Avenue
Use the left lane.
14

Turn right onto North Front Street

510 ft · 12 sec · North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue

110 ft · 2 sec · Pine Avenue
16

Continue on Pine Avenue

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Pine Avenue
17

Arrive at destination

Pine Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, sub-one-hour trip, you do not need to worry about planning complex rest stops or meal breaks. You can easily complete the entire 38.5-mile distance in one go, so consider leaving whenever it best suits your personal schedule. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before departing Moultrie to ensure you stay within your $6 budget, though the short duration makes this a low-maintenance drive. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to use the time saved to enjoy more flexibility once you arrive in Albany. Just stay alert on the GA 133 corridor, as that will be where you spend the vast majority of your time on the road.

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 19.3 miles from Moultrie, GA, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.9 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 38.5 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 19.3 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 42m

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 Moultrie, 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 Moultrie, GA

This is one driving day of about 38.5 miles and 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moultrie, 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 GA 133 for about 30.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 19.3 mi from Moultrie, GA · 25m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tallahassee, FL

19 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

Tallahassee, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tallahassee, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Moultrie, 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

$6.16 one way

$12.32 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $6.71 $13.43
premium $4.78 $7.24 $14.48
diesel $5.64 $8.55 $17.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 62% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.5 0 $4.04 $1.85
Efficient EV 9.6 0 $3.37 $1.54
EV Truck/SUV 15.4 0 $5.39 $2.46

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (62% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Moultrie, GA

Night in Moultrie on Sunday

Local time

9:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, GA

Night in Albany on Sunday

Local time

9:23 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

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 Moultrie, GA to Albany, GA covers 38.5 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are GA 133, Sylvester Highway, Radium Springs Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 miles from Moultrie, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.16 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (1st Street Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (1st Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 319 Business; GA 33 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Moultrie, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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