Origin
Willacoochee, GA
Afternoon in Willacoochee on Monday
Local time
1:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Willacoochee, GA to Albany, GA
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
70.3 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, GA
Anna Shvets
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Willacoochee to Albany, you have a straightforward 70.3-mile journey ahead of you. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 18 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Sylvester Highway, East Oglethorpe Boulevard, and South Broadway Street. With fuel costs estimated at $11, it is an affordable trek across the Southeast region. Since the entire route is within Georgia, you can anticipate a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. This trip is best suited for those looking for a quick, direct transition between these two Georgia communities.
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
35.2 miles from Willacoochee, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route features 0% highway share, you will remain on local roads for the duration of the 70.3-mile trip. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the road requires your attention through various turns and transitions. The personality of this drive is defined by its local character, keeping you engaged with the surrounding landscape as you move toward Albany. It is a practical, steady pace that avoids the high-speed intensity of major freeways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sylvester Highway 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 Willacoochee, GA to Albany, GA is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Willacoochee, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sylvester Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Oglethorpe Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Broadway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Broad Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Front Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pine Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Sylvester Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willacoochee, GA and Albany, GA.
1
Start on Main Street
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue straight
6.0 mi
·
6 min
3
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
1 min
4
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
5
Continue straight
15 mi
·
18 min
6
Continue straight
2.8 mi
·
5 min
7
Continue straight
32 mi
·
43 min
8
Continue on Sylvester Highway
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Sylvester Highway
9
Continue on East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Oglethorpe Boulevard
10
Turn right onto South Broadway Street
364 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Broadway Street
11
Turn left onto East Broad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Broad Avenue
12
Turn right onto North Front Street
512 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Front Street
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pine Avenue
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Avenue
14
Exit the roundabout onto Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pine Avenue
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Aim to hit the road when local traffic is lightest to ensure you maintain your 1 hour and 18 minute estimated duration. Since there are 0 planned stops in the data, verify your fuel levels before you leave Willacoochee to ensure your $11 budget covers the trip without needing to hunt for stations mid-route. Keep a close eye on your GPS while navigating the turns on Sylvester Highway and East Oglethorpe Boulevard, as the lack of highway signage means staying alert is key to a smooth arrival. Prioritize a steady pace rather than rushing, as the turn-heavy nature of these local roads makes consistent speeds difficult.
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 35.2 miles from Willacoochee, GA, or about 39m 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 70.3 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 39m 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 7m
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 Willacoochee, 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 Willacoochee, GA
This is one driving day of about 70.3 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Willacoochee, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Willacoochee, GA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Willacoochee, 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
$11.25 one way
$22.50 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| premium | $4.78 | $13.22 | $26.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.62 | $31.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Albany on Monday
Local time
1:48 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
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 18m 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 Willacoochee, GA to Albany, GA covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sylvester Highway, East Oglethorpe Boulevard, South Broadway Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Willacoochee, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.25 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.
The drive from Willacoochee, GA to Albany, GA is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Willacoochee, GA to Albany, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Willacoochee, GA to Albany, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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