How far is Albany, GA from Cordele, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Cordele, GA is about 38.5 miles (62 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Worth County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Cordele.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Cordele.
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Start on Pine Avenue
2031 ft · 45 sec · Pine Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Front Street
23 m · 6 sec · North Front Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Front Street
156 m · 14 sec · North Front Street
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Turn left onto West Broad Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Broad Avenue
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Turn left onto Blaylock Street
1318 ft · 30 sec · Blaylock Street
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Turn right onto Clark Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Clark Avenue
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Turn left onto Cordele Road
29.2 mi · 37 min · Cordele Road
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Turn left onto Old Albany Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Old Albany Highway
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Continue on Old Albany Road
2 mi · 3 min · Old Albany Road
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Turn slight left
63 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 16th Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Cordele.
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.
Cordele Road
Turn left onto Cordele Road
29.2 mi · 00h 37m
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 Clear near Cordele.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Cordele?
The road trip is about 38.5 miles (62 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Warwick is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Albany and 19.3 miles from Cordele.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Albany and Clear near Cordele.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Cordele. Straight-line distance: 34.47 mi (55.48 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cordele
County seat in Crisp County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 10,305 |
| Coordinates | 31.9635100, -83.7823900 |
| Altitude | 96 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cordele (-83.78239, 31.96351)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.02 | $12.05 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.50 | $13.00 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.65 | $15.30 |
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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