How far is Albany, GA from Blackshear, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Blackshear, GA is about 122.2 miles (196.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Berrien County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Blackshear.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Blackshear.
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Start on Pine Avenue
641 ft · 17 sec · Pine Avenue
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
544 ft · 15 sec · North Jackson Street
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Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · West Broad Avenue
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Turn right onto South Broadway Street
111 m · 9 sec · South Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East Oglethorpe Boulevard
2.9 mi · 5 min · East Oglethorpe Boulevard
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Continue on Sylvester Highway
8.5 mi · 12 min · Sylvester Highway
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Continue straight
10.9 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
17.9 mi · 25 min
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Continue on 5th Street East
1.5 mi · 3 min · 5th Street East
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Continue straight
15.2 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
25.7 mi · 32 min
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Continue straight
22.9 mi · 27 min
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Turn right onto Fulford Road
2525 ft · 55 sec · Fulford Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Albany Avenue
4.9 mi · 9 min · Albany Avenue
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Turn left onto Plant Avenue
3.1 mi · 5 min · Plant Avenue
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Continue straight
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto West Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Blackshear.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
5th Street East
Continue straight
25.7 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Albany and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Blackshear.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Blackshear?
The road trip is about 122.2 miles (196.7 km) and usually takes 02h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Alapaha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61 miles from Albany and 61.2 miles from Blackshear.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.07 one way or $34.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Albany and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Blackshear.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Blackshear. Straight-line distance: 114.36 mi (184.05 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blackshear
City in Pierce County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 3,523 |
| Coordinates | 31.3060500, -82.2420700 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blackshear (-82.24207, 31.30605)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $17.07 | $34.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $19.09 | $38.18 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.59 | $41.19 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
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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