How far is Adel, GA from Valdosta, GA?
The driving distance from Adel, GA to Valdosta, GA is about 26.4 miles (42.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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City in Lowndes County, Georgia, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Adel and Valdosta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Adel and Valdosta.
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Start on the route
15 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
46 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
71 m · 11 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto South Hutchinson Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Hutchinson Avenue
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Turn right onto Old Quitman Highway
1.5 km · 2 min · Old Quitman Highway
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Take the ramp left
1686 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84, US 221: Valdosta, Quitman
1707 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto West Hill Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · West Hill Avenue
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Turn left onto North Oak Street
773 ft · 27 sec · North Oak Street
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Turn right onto West Valley Street
143 m · 18 sec · West Valley Street
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Turn left onto North Toombs Street
68 m · 12 sec · North Toombs Street
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Turn right onto J.L. Lomax Drive
138 m · 20 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · J.L. Lomax Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Adel and Valdosta.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Old Quitman Highway
Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Adel and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Valdosta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Adel to Valdosta?
The road trip is about 26.4 miles (42.5 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hahira is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.2 miles from Adel and 13.2 miles from Valdosta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.68 one way or $7.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Adel and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Valdosta.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Adel and Valdosta. Straight-line distance: 22.66 mi (36.47 km).
#1 Adel
City in Cook County, Georgia, United States
| Population | 5,354 |
| Coordinates | 31.1372700, -83.4240800 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Valdosta
The most populous city in Lowndes County, Georgia.
| Population | 56,668 |
| Coordinates | 30.8333400, -83.2803200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: J.L. Lomax Drive (-83.280271, 30.833251)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $3.68 | $7.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.12 | $8.24 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.44 | $8.89 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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