Origin
Pooler, GA
Morning in Pooler on Wednesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pooler, GA to Albany, GA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
218.6 mi
352 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 17m
★
6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 57m
10 AM
4h 40m
12 PM
4h 37m
3 PM
4h 41m
5 PM
4h 56m
8 PM
4h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pooler, GA
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Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pooler, GA to Albany, GA covers 218.6 miles and takes about 4h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Georgia-Florida Parkway, GA 257 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 107.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.18 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
109.3 miles from Pooler, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 30m highway drive covering 218.6 miles, with most of the trip on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Georgia-Florida Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 107.9 miles on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 107.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway and Georgia-Florida Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 218.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 146.7 miles (US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257 / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 99
Toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 99
Toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
7
146.7 mi into trip
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~2h 53m in
|
US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257 / Broad Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257 / Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
176.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
Turn left toward I-75 South: Valdosta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-75 South: Valdosta
8
178.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 38m in
Take the exit toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, A...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway | 107.9 mi | 1h 55m |
| Georgia-Florida Parkway | 35.1 mi | 43m |
| GA 257 | 22.5 mi | 32m |
| Hawkinsville Road | 15.7 mi | 21m |
| Cordele Highway | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| Empire-Chester Highway | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| Vienna Highway | 3 mi | 4m |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
— 107.9 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pooler, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on US 80; GA 26
525 ft
·
19 sec
·
US Highway 80 East
2
Turn left onto Rogers Street
390 ft
·
18 sec
·
Rogers Street
3
Turn left onto US 80; GA 26
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 80 East
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 95 South: Brunswick
5
Merge onto I 95
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 99
Toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 99
Toward I 16 West: Macon, Savannah
8
Merge onto I 16
108 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 49
Toward GA 257: Dexter
10
Turn left onto GA 257
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
GA 257
Use the straight lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto GA 257
120 ft
·
4 sec
·
GA 257
12
Continue on GA 257
13 mi
·
19 min
·
GA 257
13
Continue on Carolina Avenue South
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Carolina Avenue South
14
Turn slight right onto GA 257
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Empire-Chester Highway
15
At end of road, turn right onto US 23; GA 87; GA 257
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Eastman Cochran Highway
16
Continue on US 23; GA 87; GA 257
455 ft
·
13 sec
·
Golden Isles Highway
17
Turn left onto GA 257
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
GA 257
18
Continue on US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
Use the left / right lanes.
19
Take the ramp onto US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 112; GA 257
20
Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257
21
Continue on US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 26; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Turn left onto GA 27; GA 257
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
McCormick Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Continue on GA 27; GA 257
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vienna Highway
25
Turn slight left onto GA 257
9.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Cordele Highway
26
Continue on GA 257
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Hawkinsville Road
27
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I-75 South: Valdosta
Use the left lane.
28
Merge onto I 75
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 99
Toward GA 300 South: Georgia-Florida Parkway, Albany
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Turn right onto GA 300
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Georgia-Florida Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Continue on Cordele Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Cordele Road
Use the straight lane.
32
Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Cordele Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Turn straight onto US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
449 ft
·
10 sec
·
Sylvester Highway
34
Continue on US 82 Business; GA 520 Business
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
365 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Broadway Street
Use the right lane.
36
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Broad Avenue
Use the left lane.
37
Turn right onto North Front Street
510 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
38
Enter roundabout onto Pine Avenue
110 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Avenue
39
Continue on Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pine Avenue
40
Arrive at destination
Pine Avenue
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 109.3 miles from Pooler, GA, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.9 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.3 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 39m
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 Pooler, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Pooler, GA
This is one driving day of about 218.6 miles and 4h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pooler, 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.
The longest stretch is on Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway for about 107.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.3 mi from Pooler, GA · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 109.3 miles from Pooler, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.9 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.18 one way
$68.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.38 | $74.75 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.46 | $80.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.26 | $96.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.95 | $10.49 |
| Efficient EV | 54.7 | 0 | $19.13 | $8.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.4 | 1 | $30.60 | $13.99 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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
Morning in Albany on Wednesday
Local time
6:26 AM
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
31 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
4h 30m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pooler, GA to Albany, GA covers 218.6 miles and takes about 4h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Gillis Historic Savannah Parkway, Georgia-Florida Parkway, GA 257. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.3 miles from Pooler, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.18 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 218.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 146.7 miles (US 341; US 129 Alternate; GA 27; GA 112; GA 230; GA 257 / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pooler, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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