Origin
Pearson, GA
Morning in Pearson on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pearson, GA to Albany, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
82.1 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
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6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pearson, GA to Albany, GA covers 82.1 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 82, Sylvester Highway, East Oglethorpe Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 72.2 miles on US 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.84 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from Pearson, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 51m highway drive covering 82.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 82 and Sylvester Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 72.2 miles on US 82.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 72.2 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 64; GA 520 / West Albany Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 51m 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 64; GA 520 / West Albany Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 81.1 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 81.2 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.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 82; GA 64; GA 520 / West Albany Avenue
Depart onto US 82; GA 64; GA 520 / West Albany Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
81.1 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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South Broadway Street
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
81.2 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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East Broad Avenue
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
81.6 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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North Front Street
Turn right onto North Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
81.7 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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Pine Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 72.2 mi | 1h 35m |
| Sylvester Highway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| West Albany Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 72.2 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pearson, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on US 82; GA 64; GA 520
1.9 mi
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2 min
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West Albany Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on US 82; GA 520
21 mi
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24 min
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US 82; GA 520
3
Continue on US 82; GA 520
0.7 mi
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1 min
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US 82; GA 520
4
Continue on US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
1.1 mi
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1 min
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US 82; US 129; GA 11; GA 520
5
Continue on US 82; GA 520
15 mi
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18 min
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US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
2.8 mi
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5 min
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US 82; US 319; GA 35; GA 520
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 82; GA 520
32 mi
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43 min
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US 82; GA 520
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
4.1 mi
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6 min
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Sylvester Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
2.9 mi
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4 min
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East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
365 ft
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16 sec
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South Broadway Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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East Broad Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto North Front Street
510 ft
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12 sec
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North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
110 ft
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2 sec
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Pine Avenue
14
Continue on Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
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44 sec
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Pine Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Pine Avenue
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 41.1 miles from Pearson, GA, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.2 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 80 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 52m 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 32m
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 Pearson, 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 Pearson, GA
This is one driving day of about 82.1 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pearson, 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 US 82 for about 72.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.1 mi from Pearson, GA · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 41.1 miles from Pearson, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.2 miles.
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
$12.84 one way
$25.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.19 | $30.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.13 | $36.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.49 | $5.25 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 Wednesday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
90°F
Alma, GA
41 mi in
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
29 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
1h 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 Pearson, GA to Albany, GA covers 82.1 miles and takes about 1h 51m 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 41.1 miles from Pearson, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.84 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 51m 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 64; GA 520 / West Albany Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 81.1 miles (South Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 81.2 miles (East Broad Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pearson, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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