Origin
Thomasville, GA
Late night in Thomasville on Thursday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Thomasville, GA to Albany, GA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 21m
Distance
175.5 mi
282 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Thomasville, GA
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Albany, GA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Thomasville to Albany, Georgia, prepare for a straightforward journey covering 175.5 miles. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes of drive time, making this a manageable excursion for a single day. The route primarily utilizes the Fall Line Freeway, I-75, and the Georgia-Florida Parkway to navigate through the Southeast. Expect to spend around $28 on fuel for the trip. Given the duration, you will likely find that a single day is plenty of time to complete the drive without needing an overnight stay. It is a practical, efficient path that keeps you moving through the heart of Georgia.
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
87.7 miles from Thomasville, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 86% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a consistent pace behind the wheel, punctuated by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.9 miles while traveling on the Fall Line Freeway. The road environment remains steady and reliable, shifting between interstate segments and parkway stretches. Because the vast majority of your journey is on highways, you can expect a predictable driving experience that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding local lanes. Keep your focus sharp as you transition between these primary transit corridors.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 285 East 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Thomasville, GA to Albany, GA is easy. At 3h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Thomasville, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 285 East | — | — |
| I 675 South | — | — |
| Terrell Starr Parkway | — | — |
| Larry Justice Highway | — | — |
| Fall Line Freeway | — | — |
| GA 300 South | — | — |
| Georgia-Florida Parkway | — | — |
| Cordele Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 285 East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thomasville, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on Moreland Avenue Southeast
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Moreland Avenue Southeast
2
Turn left onto I 285 East, I 675 South: Augusta, Macon
459 ft
·
11 sec
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I 285 East, I 675 South: Augusta, Macon
3
Keep slight right to continue on I 675 South: Macon
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 675 South: Macon
4
Continue on Terrell Starr Parkway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Terrell Starr Parkway
5
Merge slight left
49 mi
·
53 min
6
Keep slight right to continue on Larry Justice Highway
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Larry Justice Highway
7
Merge slight left onto Fall Line Freeway
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
Fall Line Freeway
8
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
9
Turn right onto Georgia-Florida Parkway
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Georgia-Florida Parkway
10
Continue on Cordele Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Cordele Road
11
Turn right onto Old Cordele Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Old Cordele Road
12
Turn straight onto Sylvester Highway
449 ft
·
11 sec
·
Sylvester Highway
13
Continue on East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
14
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
364 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Broadway Street
15
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Broad Avenue
16
Turn right onto North Front Street
512 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Front Street
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pine Avenue
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Avenue
18
Exit the roundabout onto Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pine Avenue
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever suits your plans best. With only one planned stop required, try to pace yourself to break up the 3 hour and 21 minute duration comfortably. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $28 estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and current regional pump prices. Given the high highway percentage, ensure your tires and fluids are ready for sustained speeds. Use that single stop strategically to stretch your legs before you tackle the remaining mileage toward your destination.
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 87.7 miles from Thomasville, GA, or about 1h 40m 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 39 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.7 miles or 1h 40m 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 45m
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 Thomasville, 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 Thomasville, GA
This is one driving day of about 175.5 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Thomasville, 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 87.7 mi from Thomasville, GA · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.7 miles from Thomasville, 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
$27.44 one way
$54.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $30.01 | $60.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $32.48 | $64.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.75 | $77.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.43 | $8.42 |
| Efficient EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.57 | $11.23 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Late night in Albany on Thursday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 21m 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 Thomasville, GA to Albany, GA covers 175.5 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 285 East, I 675 South, Terrell Starr Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 87.7 miles from Thomasville, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.44 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.
The drive from Thomasville, GA to Albany, GA is easy. At 3h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Thomasville, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Thomasville, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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